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Race squad

Race training for skiers who are already competent and want to compete for the club, with a progressive route up to national events.

How to join. You cannot just turn up. Entry is for ages 7 and over after a coach assessment. Assessments last about 30 minutes and run from 8:30am on the first Sunday of November, December, January and February. Book one by emailing pendleskiraces@live.co.uk. Moving up a group is at the coaches' discretion.

Squad groups

Saturday 8:30 to 10:00am

Development 1

The introduction to race training, and where most skiers start. We recommend carrying on with recreational lessons too.

Guide: ages 7 to 11 at Level 3, able to ski the top of the main slope under control and use the tow unassisted. Ages 12 and over at Level 5, making consistent parallel turns.

Sunday 8:30 to 10:00am

Development 2

For skiers ready to progress who aspire to race in fun races. Recreational lessons are still recommended.

Guide: more experienced ages 7 to 11 (Levels 4 and 5) and over 12s at Level 5 and above. Squad skiers can also attend.

Tuesday 6:00 to 7:15pm

National Squad 1

For skiers who race regularly in fun races and aim to become registered athletes and compete nationally.

Guide: all ages, Level 5 or above.

Tuesday 7:15 to 9:00pm

National Squad 2

For skiers already racing at national level and competing at the highest standard.

Guide: minimum age 11, Level 7, registered with the national governing body.