The GROM Adventure Program is a weekly program for enthusiastic 5 & 6-year-old skiers. (must turn 5 years old on or before September 1st 2024) This program provides skiers a one day a week program to further develop their downhill skiing skills. The emphasis for this program will be establishing balance over natural terrain elements, and an introduction to a structured training environment. Training aids are used to direct the athlete into varied turn shapes relative to the fall line and challenge the athlete to increase confidence in a fun and safe environment. The goal of this program is having fun on the mountain with friends and building turning and natural terrain skills. This group will primarily be utilizing the Sarajevo Lift, but will venture to the others as well, athletes will have assistance on the lift when needed.

Through the duration of this program, if an athlete shows interest in Alpine Racing, are proficient at riding the Helsinki Chair independently, and are able to confidently ski on Blue Runs. At the time their parent(s) will have the opportunity to meet with D-Team Coaches for a skills assessment.
This is NOT a program for First Timer Skiers. Minimum requirements: Some alpine skiing experience, must be able to stop at will, link turns and control speed on ALL Green Runs, also exploring terrain on Blue Runs to join this program. Athletes must also turn 5 years old as of September 1, 2024 to join Giants Ridge GROM Adventure Program.
Program Cost: $250 – (Lift Ticket NOT included in pricing)

Giants Ridge GROM Adventure Program Practice Dates:
• Practice Times ~ Saturdays 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
o December 7~ “Try it Day” ~ Ski with the Coaches
o December 14
o December 21
o January 4
o January 11
o January 25
o February 1
o February 8
o February 22
o March 1 - (End of Season Pizza Party, following practice)
o No Practice Holidays (Dec 28, Jan 18, Feb 15)