ASC Training Center

Schedule: December 2 – March 31

Days of the week:
Wednesday: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

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Interval sessions, speed/agility work, and technique training

Skate skis, boots, poles. Classic skis, boots, poles: waxable classic skis or those with mohair skins are best.  Fish scales are okay, but wide, metal-edged backcountry classic skis are discouraged as they will be frustrating in this context. Wristwatch. Water bottle (carried in a waist pack or small backpack). Running shoes for just-in-case scenarios!

Equipment Rental: Must have own equipment

LOCATION: ASC Training Center

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Days of the week: 2x/week

Schedule — Spring + Fall (while TTUSD is in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Schedule — Summer (while TTUSD is not in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM (strength, June–Aug.)

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Advanced/Physiology and Racing

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Advanced/Racing Classic and Skate, including rollerskis

Equipment Rental: Must have your own equipment

Junior Biathlon

Summer PT and FT tuition does not include additional camp offerings. These camps are available only to registered ASC athletes and are offered at an additional cost. Participation in camps is optional and provides extra opportunities for training, team building, and skill development.

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The Part-Time option is designed for athletes looking to balance skill development with other activities. Training two days per week provides consistent coaching, technical development, and team connection while allowing flexibility in family schedules.
Athletes will focus on building foundational skills, improving technique, and developing strength and endurance in a fun, supportive team environment. This option is a great fit for those who want structured training and progression without the full-time commitment. ASC alumni and college athletes welcome!

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Dec 5

Weekend Riders continue skill development in their preferred discipline(s) and begin to compete in USASA events & Nationals, Futures Tours, Revolution Tours, Nor-Ams, and Grand Prix.

Junior Riders are invited to compete at local USASA events, although competition is not a required part of the team. Juniors will also have the opportunity to spend time with advanced teams and athletes to help them transition to the next level of riding.

Dec 5

They frequently travel domestically and internationally throughout the season to events such as Nor-Ams, World Cups, Grand Prix, and the Dew Tour.

Dec 5

Devo Riders are invited to compete in local USASA events, although competition is not a required part of the team. This program is also a good match for riders who wish to remain recreational snowboarders but want to continue developing their skills in a team setting.

Dec 5

Devo Gate riders also compete in the USASA racing events and travel to Nationals at the end of the season. Athletes are welcome to free-ride with the other teams after we pull courses on training days.

Wed 5:30–7pm
Date: June–October

Ski-specific fitness, strength, balance, and coordination

Running shoes, wristwatch, water bottle (carried in a waist pack or small backpack), bounding poles that reach the bottom of your sternum (old Nordic poles are great). Equipment RentalMust have own equipment.

Location: At specified locations throughout the Tahoe Region including ASC Training Center, Alder Creek Adventure Center, Meadow Park, Castle Peak Trailhead, Truckee River View Sports Park, and Olympic Valley Park.

Schedule: December 3 – April 1

Days of the week:
Thursdays: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

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• Interval sessions
• Speed/agility work
• Technique training

Skate skis, boots, poles. Classic skis, boots, poles: waxable classic skis or those with mohair skins are best. Fish scales are okay, but wide, metal-edged backcountry classic skis are discouraged as they will be frustrating in this context. Wristwatch. Water bottle (carried in a waist pack or small backpack). Running shoes for just-in-case scenarios!
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Equipment Rental: Must have own equipment.

LOCATION: ASC Training Center

Start Date: December 5th
‍Duration: December 5th – April 3rd
‍Schedule: Saturdays (once a week)
‍Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Learn the basics of classic stride skiing
• Program designed to be a 1–3 year progression, depending on age and how much the athlete skis
• Parents are required to volunteer for a minimum of 3 sessions during the seaso

No poles, one pair of waxless XC classic stride skis needed. Rentals available as "Add-On" in registration process

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Rentals

VOLUNTEERING:
‍Parents are required to volunteer for a minimum of 3 sessions during the season

Start Date: December 5th
Duration: December 5th – April 3rd
‍Schedule: Saturdays and Tuesdays (twice a week)
‍Saturday: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
‍Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

• Learn the basics of classic stride skiing with poles
• Learn the basics of skate skiing through early V1
• Program designed to be a 1-2 year progression, depending on age and how much the athlete skis
• Parents are required to volunteer for a minimum of 3 sessions during the season

1 pair of waxless XC classic stride skis, 1 pair of xc skate skis, combi boots needed. 1-2 pairs of poles for classic and skate. Rentals available as "Add-On" in registration process ($225)

Rental

VOLUNTEERING:
Parents are required to volunteer for a minimum of 3 sessions during the season

Start Date: December 5, 2026
Schedule: Three times a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays)
‍Tuesdays: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
‍Wednesdays: 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
‍Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Learn to train
• Building on the skills developed in Devo 1, Devo 2 athletes continue to strengthen their classic stride and skate skiing techniques with an increased focus on competition, independence, and technical progression in a fun and supportive team environment
• Terrain awareness and ability to adjust technique
• Pacing and energy management over varied distances
• Ability to transition between techniques smoothly

Classic and skate equipment (skis, boots, poles)

Equipment Rental: The Devo 2 program does not include an optional rental package. As athletes prepare for the Competition Team, learning to manage their own equipment becomes an important part of the experience. This includes understanding ski selection, basic waxing, and caring for gear — all skills that support long-term athlete development.
Coaches will support families through this process, and there will be opportunities in the fall to meet and discuss equipment needs. We will provide guidance to help you make informed decisions and ensure athletes are set up for success

Junior Biathlon ($800)

VOLUNTEERING:
Parents are required to volunteer at ASC a minimum of two times during the season

‍Start Date: December 5th
Schedule: Twice a week (Tuesdays and Saturdays)
‍Tuesdays: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
‍Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Continued development of stride and skate skiing techniques
• Coordinated pole use
• Skating and striding without poles
• V1 poling
• Hockey stop
• Step turns
• Basics of hot waxing

1 pair of waxless (mohair skin or fishscale) XC classic stride skis, 1 pair of xc skate skis, combi boots, and 1 pair each of classic and skate poles needed.

Equipment Rental: Full rental set-up available as “Add-On” in registration process.

Rental Equipment available

VOLUNTEERING:
Parents are required to volunteer at ASC a minimum of two times during the season

Days of the week: Choose 2 days a week from the Full-Time schedule

Schedule — Spring + Fall (while TTUSD is in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Schedule — Summer (while TTUSD is not in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM (strength, June–August)

Schedule — Winter (while TTUSD is in session):
Tuesday: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (when there are no CNISSF races)
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Advanced / Physiology and Racing

Advanced/Racing Classic and Skate, including rollerskis

Equipment Rental: Must have your own equipment.

Junior Biathlon ($800)

Comp Team tuition does not include off-site camps, race entry fees, or travel costs. These optional opportunities are offered separately, and athletes are encouraged to participate as they align with their goals.

This program is an excellent option for multi-sport athletes, athletes transitioning from Devo to Comp, regional athletes living outside the area, or those seeking the ASC Comp Team experience on a flexible schedule. Designed for athletes committed to competition, it provides a structured training plan with three sessions per week that can be adapted to fit individual schedules.

For regional athletes looking to join the Biathlon Team, register for Nordic Comp Team / Part-Time with “Biathlon” as an “Add-On” in the registration process. Competition tuition does not include off-site camps, race entry fees, or travel costs. These optional opportunities are offered separately, and athletes are encouraged to participate as they align with their goals.

Days of the week: 4 sessions/week

Schedule — Spring + Fall (while TTUSD is in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Schedule — Summer (while TTUSD is not in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM (strength, June–Aug.)

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Advanced / Physiology and Racing

Advanced/Racing Classic and Skate, including rollerskis
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Equipment Rental: Must have your own equipment.

Junior Biathlon

Summer PT and FT tuition does not include additional camp offerings. These camps are available only to registered ASC athletes and are offered at an additional cost. Participation in camps is optional and provides extra opportunities for training, team building, and skill development.

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Summer FT Training
Stay local, train with friends, and build strength in an immersive summer training environment. The Summer FT program is designed to help athletes stay connected, motivated, and progressing throughout the off-season. ASC alumni and college athletes welcome!
Summer FT includes individualized support to help athletes make the most of their training, including:
Individual goal-setting meetings
Video-based technique review
Lactate testing and zone training education
An individualized training plan to help reach summer targets
This program provides structure, accountability, and a fun team atmosphere while developing the strength and endurance needed for the winter season.

Summer PT and FT tuition does not include additional camp offerings. These camps are available only to registered ASC atheletes and are offered at an additional cost. Participation in camps is optional and provides extra opportunites for training, team building, and skill development.

Duration: 190 sessions over 46 weeks (approx. 4 sessions/week)

Schedule — Spring + Fall (while TTUSD is in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Schedule — Summer (while TTUSD is not in session):
Tuesday–Friday: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday/Thursday: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM (strength, June–August)

Schedule — Winter (while TTUSD is in session):
Tuesday: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (when there are no CNISSF races)
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Advanced / Physiology and Racing

Advanced/Racing Classic and Skate, including rollerskis

Equipment Rental: Must have your own equipment.

Junior Biathlon ($800)
Comp Team tuition does not include off-site camps, race entry fees, or travel costs. These optional opportunities are offered separately, and athletes are encouraged to participate as they align with their goals.

The Comp FT program is designed for athletes seeking a structured pathway toward performance improvement. Program elements include individual goal-setting sessions, video-based technique analysis, zone training education, and a personalized training plan tailored to support seasonal objectives.

For regional athletes looking to join the Biathlon Team, register for Nordic Comp Team / Part-Time with “Biathlon” as an “Add-On” in the registration process.Competition tuition does not include off-site camps, race entry fees, or travel costs. These optional opportunities are offered separately, and athletes are encouraged to participate as they align with their goals.

2 days / week - 64 sessions
Sat - 9:30–11:30am
Sun - 9:00–noon
Date: Sep 16 – Apr 12

Start Date: September 16
Duration: September 16 – April 12 (64 sessions)
Schedule: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Tuesdays: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Thursdays: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Fridays: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (when there are no CNISSF races)
Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Sundays: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Advanced / Physiology and Racing

Advanced/Racing Classic and Skate

Equipment Rental: Must have your own equipment.

Junior Biathlon +$800
Comp Team tuition does not include off-site camps, race entry fees, or travel costs. These optional opportunities are offered separately, and athletes are encouraged to participate as they align with their goals.

This program is an excellent option for multi-sport athletes, athletes transitioning from Devo to Comp, regional athletes living outside the area, or those seeking the ASC Comp Team experience on a flexible schedule. Designed for athletes committed to competition, it provides a structured training plan with 2 day sessions per week that can be adapted to fit individual schedules.

For regional athletes looking to join the Biathlon Team, register for Nordic Comp Team / Part-Time with “Biathlon” as an “Add-On” in the registration process.

Schedule: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Tuesdays: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Thursdays: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Fridays: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (when there are no CNISSF races)
Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Sundays: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Advanced / Physiology and Racing

Advanced/Racing Classic and Skate
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Equipment Rental: Must have your own equipment.

Junior Biathlon +$800

Comp Team tuition does not include off-site camps, race entry fees, or travel costs. These optional opportunities are offered separately, and athletes are encouraged to participate as they align with their goals.

The Comp FT program is designed for athletes seeking a structured pathway toward performance improvement. Program elements include individual goal-setting sessions, video-based technique analysis, zone training education, and a personalized training plan tailored to support seasonal objectives.

For regional athletes looking to join the Biathlon Team, register for Nordic Comp Team / Part-Time with “Biathlon” as an “Add-On” in the registration process.

Schedule:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Coaching focuses on refining range technique, improving accuracy, and integrating with each athlete’s training plan. Whether aiming for elite masters racing or simply seeking a unique, challenging way to stay fit, this program meets athletes at their level.

Must provide own rifle. Additional summer dryland training equipment list will be sent out to you seperately.

Schedule:
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Coaching focuses on refining range technique, improving accuracy, and integrating with each athlete’s training plan. Whether aiming for elite masters racing or simply seeking a unique, challenging way to stay fit, this program meets athletes at their level.

Skate skis, boots, poles. .22LR biathlon rifle. Water bottle (carried in a waist pack or small backpack). Running shoes for just-in-case scenarios!

Trail pass IS included. You will get access to the earliest and latest skiing in the region, including night skiing!

Schedule — Summer Dryland:
Monday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

• Provides a natural progression to air rifles and eventually .22 rifles as athletes grow.
• Teaches shooting positions (prone & standing) and target focus

Laser rifles are included/provided for both summer & winter. Must provide own skate skis, boots, and poles.

$800 add -On to Nordic Comp and Devo 2

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ASC athletes: sign up for a Comp Team or Devo 2 Nordic program with the Biathlon Add-On. Athletes who are part of other Nordic teams in the region may register for the Junior Laser Biathlon category without purchasing an ASC Nordic program.
Trail pass IS included. You will get access to the earliest and latest skiing in the region, including night skiing!

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2days (Wed & Thu)4:30pm–7:30pm
Date: December 16 – April 4

Participants must be able to put on their own ski equipment, load and ride the lift alone, and ski at an intermediate level. (See videos for examples.)

Weather pending, no make-up days unless otherwise noted. Boreal season pass (required) with exclusive ASC discount link found in registration confirmation email. Team jackets not required.

Wed/Thu Twilight + Wknds + Holidays
Twilight 4pm–7pm · Wknd 9am–2am
Date: December 12, 2026 – April 4, 2027

Directed free-skiing and racing in TRS or Far West series.

SL and GS Skis.

Jacket, Ikon pass recommended

Early-season directed free-skiing at other resorts, Xmas camp included. Boreal season pass AND Donner Ski Ranch season pass (both required) with exclusive ASC discount link found in the registration link. Weather pending, no make-up days unless otherwise noted.(TRS = Tahoe Race Series.)

Sat, Sun & Hol - 9:00am–2:00pm
Date: December 12, 2026 – April 4, 2027

Directed free-skiing with a racing influence.

SL skis or SL and GS skis.

Jacket, Ikon pass recommended

Early-season directed free-skiing at other resorts, Xmas camp included. Boreal season pass AND Donner Ski Ranch season pass (both required) with exclusive ASC discount link found in the registration link. Weather pending, no make-up days unless otherwise noted.

Friday nights 4pm–7pm
Sunday mornings 9am–2pm.

This is a great program for first-time racers or those who are racing on the masters circuit.

SL and GS Skis.

None

2 days
Sat & Sun 9am–2pm
Date: Dec 12, 2026 – Apr 4, 2027

Must be able to load the chairlift without assistance, and put on their own equipment.

Jacket order in registration process

Weather pending, no make-up days unless otherwise noted. Boreal season pass AND Donner Ski Ranch season pass (both required) with exclusive ASC discount link found in registration link.Parents are encouraged to volunteer — more information in the Parent Manual that will arrive in a Welcome email from Program Director, Chris Lindsay.

2 days / week
Sat, Sun & Hol 9am–2pm
Date: December 12, 2026 – April 4, 2027

Participants must be able to put on their own ski equipment, load and ride the lift alone, and ski at an intermediate level. (See videos for examples.)

All Mountain Skis.

Jacket order in registration process

Weather pending, no make-up days unless otherwise noted.Boreal season pass AND Donner Ski Ranch season pass (both required) with exclusive ASC discount link found in registration link. Parents are encouraged to volunteer — more info in the Parent Manual (Welcome email from Program Director, Chris Lindsay).