Performance Programs

Perisher's Performance Programs are designed to prepare athletes with advanced abilities and previous competition experience for progression into elite snowsports competition. Performance Programs are offered to skiers and snowboarders aged 10-17 and are discipline specific.

Specialised competition training
First class training facilities of international standards
Aligned with Snow Australia athlete development program
Pathway to State and National programs

Alpine Team

Program overview

Perisher's Alpine Team program is designed to prepare advanced athletes for progression into elite ski racing.
The program aims to refine ski specific skills and techniques both on and off the racecourse for high performance in Giant Slalom, Slalom, and Skier-Cross

Program focus

The program aims to refine ski specific skills, including technical, tactical, physical and psychological components that lay the pillars that are necessary to successfully compete in high calibre races
Exploring more challenging aspects of skiing disciplines through regular freeski activities and developing techniques in and out of racecourses will set the foundation for athletic skiing and racing
The Alpine program covers Giant Slalom, Slalom and Skier-Cross elements throughout the season whilst having fun in a safe environment
Perisher's Alpine Team has access to some of the best race-training facilities in Australia which are fully utilised throughout the season
This program is based on best practice and guided by Snow Australia's FTEM framework

Program structure

All Performance Programs are scheduled to run from 29th June until 15th September 2024.

Full time

Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays)

Part time

Includes 2 full training days per week (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as 3 weekdays per week during both weeks of the NSW Public School Holidays

Minimum program requirements

Confident and dedicated alpine skiers proficient on all terrain in all conditions
Previous competition experience
Must be at least 10 years of age (must be born in 2014 or earlier)
If you are over 18 years and an experienced athlete, please contact us to discuss your options and potential acceptance into a Winter Sports Club program

Mogul Team

Program overview

Perisher's Mogul Team program is is unparalleled with access to Australia’s top mogul training facilities and a dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced specialist coaches
Our Mogul Team program is designed for athletes who wish to pursue a competitive career in mogul skiing. The program aims to refine a range of mogul specific skills to extend adaptability and enhance successful competition

Program focus

The program aims to refine mogul specific skills, including mogul skiing, jump and air training as well as, technical, tactical, physical and psychological components to extend adaptability and enhance successful competition.
Our team of highly qualified, experienced and specialist coaches focus on maximising time on snow to bring out the best in your child’s competition development.
Effective programming combined with athlete’s motivation for learning and physical fitness will support a pathway to high performance. As physical fitness is a vital part of the training regime, we highly encourage trampolining, gymnastics and multi-sport training to promote versatility, balance, coordination and control.

Program structure

All Performance Programs are scheduled to run from 29th June until 15th September 2024.

Full time

Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays)

Part time

Includes 2 full training days per week (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as 3 weekdays per week during both weeks of the NSW Public School Holidays

Minimum program requirements

Confident and dedicated alpine skiers proficient on all terrain and confident in moguls
Previous competition experience
Must be at least 11 years of age (must be born in 2012 or earlier)

Freeski Team

Program overview

Ready to take on Perisher’s award-winning terrain parks? Our Freeski Team program is designed to build the best Slopestyle, Big Air and All Mountain skiing fundamentals
Regular free-ride activities combined with competitive opportunities, such as Snow Australia Park and Pipe Series Events, will help provide a foundation for high performance.

Program focus

Perisher's Freeski program aims to develop young athletes who want to learn, progress and refine rail, jump and freeskiing skills, fundamental movement skills and physical literacy required for athletic development
Our team of highly qualified, experienced and specialist coaches focus on maximising time on snow with an emphasis on safety, fun and learning
Physical fitness is a vital part of the training regime, we highly encourage trampolining, gymnastics and multi-sport training to promote versatility, balance, coordination and control

Program structure

All Performance Programs are scheduled to run from 29th June until 15th September 2024.

Full time

Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays)

Part time

Includes 2 full training days per week (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as 3 weekdays per week during both weeks of the NSW Public School Holidays

Minimum program requirements

Confident and dedicated all-terrain skiers capable of dynamic parrallel turns on all groomed blue runs, and who have a passion for jumping
Previous competition experience
Must be at least 10 years of age

Snowboard Team

Program overview

Perisher's Snowboard Team program is designed for athletes who wish to take their Boarder Cross, Big Air, and Slopestyle riding to competition level
Aspiring boarder-cross and park athletes will refine skills, learn tricks, and develop tactics to take to competition

Program focus

Perisher's Snowboard Team program utilises award-winning terrain parks and racecourses
Aspiring park athletes will learn tricks and develop tactics to bring together competition-style runs
Boarder Cross athletes will refine skills such as balance, edging, jumping, and timing in a high-paced environment while enjoying Perisher's several courses and other race training facilities

Program structure

All Performance Programs are scheduled to run from 29th June until 15th September 2024.

Full time

Includes 5 full training days per week (Saturdays, Sundays and 3 weekdays)

Part time

Includes 2 full training days per week (Saturdays & Sundays) as well as 3 weekdays per week during both weeks of the NSW Public School Holidays

Minimum program requirements

Participants who are strong all-terrain snowboarders with strong all-mountain skills ready to take their slopestyle, big air and boarder-cross riding to the next level
Previous competition experience
Must be at least 9 years of age

Additional details

Training groups will initially be formed based on the information provided during the registration process and finalised during the first training block
Perisher Winter Sports Club reserves the right to redirect participants to another product if children do not meet minimum performance standards or age requirements
Perisher Winter Sports Club staff will be available from May 2024 to assist with questions in the lead up to the season
Final discipline-specific schedules will be posted by the start of the program
Perisher's Winter Sports Club is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all participants. Our Child Safety statement can be found here.
Participating in age-appropriate programs is a vital part of a successful program design. Age ranges for each program are designed to optimise each athlete's physical and mental development and follow the recommendations of Snow Australia. Please reach out to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you wish to discuss an age criteria matter.
Coaching staff will be confirmed prior to the commencement of on-snow training. Training groups will initially be formed based on the information provided during the registration process and finalised during the first training block. Perisher Winter Sports Club staff will be available from May to assist with questions in the lead up to the season
Program costs do not include lift access. We recommend that program participants purchase the 2024 Epic Australia Pass
For more details, please visit Winter Sports Club Frequently Asked Questions