The Masters Program is tailored for advanced skiers aged 18 and older who are passionate about alpine racing and performance skiing. Focusing on the Super G, Giant Slalom, and Slalom disciplines, this program blends technical skill development with the thrill of club-level racing in a supportive and fun environment.

Ski alongside fellow athletes and expert coaches on the iconic terrain of Palisades and Alpine. Our program emphasizes long-term progression by building confidence and refining technique across a variety of snow conditions and increasingly challenging on- and off-piste terrain.

Program Highlights:

• Gate Training with Wireless Timing: Enhance your competitive edge with real-time feedback.
• Video Analysis & Coaching: Visual tools to track progress and fine-tune performance.
• Elite Coaching Staff: Our coaches are U.S. Ski & Snowboard-trained professionals with over 100 years of combined experience. Several have coached U.S. Ski Team athletes during their junior careers.
• Nationally Recognized Expertise: Our team is known for excellence both locally and nationally.
• Versatile Skill Development: Whether you're chasing podiums or powder, our coaches are committed to helping you reach your next level.

Age 18 at the time of enrollment.

Generally, gate training is scheduled Sunday-Tuesday, Giant Slalom and Thursday-Saturday Slalom training. However, the schedule will be adjusted to account for upcoming event preparation, snow quality, conditions, weather, and other factors determined by the Head Coach and operations.

On a daily basis, coaches will place athletes in a group that suits their abilities and skillsets. Generally, there are two groups available in the morning for freeskiing and usually at least three groups on most afternoons. Gate training will be from opening until 12:00 PM this season. Time may be provided during the training day for video analysis, skills and drill work and/or freeskiing to complement the coaching. The Gate Training group will continue after a lunch break, work on focused free skiing and drills in the afternoon.

Note: Gate training will not be offered on the days when Far West Masters Races take place.

• Skis: US Ski & Snowboard legal equipment for GS & Slalom or Multi-event ski. Must always maintain equipment in good training/competition condition.
• Boots: Must be properly fit (size/flex) and in excellent working order.
• Protection: Slalom protection & hard-eared helmet required. Slalom shin and pole guards, chin bar required (must be removed for GS). Back protector recommended for speed events.
• Own tuning equipment - recommended: Bench, vices, iron, guides, brushes, files, stones, waxes. Athletes should be participating in tuning with the assistance of parents.

Recreational & Competitive

Athletes compete primarily in the Far West Masters Series: farwestmasters.org

Returning families will receive a direct link to the Online Store from Team Palisades Tahoe admin. Once you have received your link, use the table below to confirm the meeting times, season dates, base area, registration category tile, and program selection options to complete your registration.

New athlete families must complete the application process before registering for a program.