Race Programs

 
CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN'S 2011-12 RACE PROGRAMS
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OPEN RACE CLINICS 
Sundays at 9:30-11:30am thru March 4, 2012
Improve your NASTAR or race league results as well as basic skiing fundamentals. Crystal's Snowsports Professionals will provide direct feedback for each racer. Clinic terrain selection and courses vary. Experienced skiers only. Skiers 12 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Join one of our Open Race Clinics a single time to try it out, or several times using a Punch Card.
 
Punch Card (5 punches) $80
Single Session $20
Advance reservations recommended, call our Snowsports Desk at 800.968.7686 ext. 5100.		  
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PRIVATE RACE LESSONS 
Racers of all ages and abilities will benefit from this discipline-focused one-on-one instruction in the gates. Our certified race coaches set training courses designed to improve your technique, skill and speed. Giant slalom and slalom training are available.

Lesson length Rate per person Each additional person
(maximum of 3 additional)
Two-hour $129 $50
Three-hour $179 $75
Semi-private lessons can be arranged for up to four participants of the same ability level. Add video analysis for an additional $35 per person.
Lift ticket and rental equipment are not included in private lesson rates.
Advance reservations required, call our Snowsports Desk at 800.968.7686 ext. 5100.
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NASTAR (National Standard Race) provides a fun, competitive racing program that, through a handicap system, allows racers of all ages and abilities to compare their scores. Crystal uploads racing results to nastar.com daily, so go online and check your results compared to other racers across the country.
2011/12 NASTAR SCHEDULE
December 18, 2011 thru March 25, 2012
Slalom Course Available on Saturdays & Sundays 		 1pm daily
Excluding Tuesdays & Thursdays.
NASTAR schedule is subject to change and based on snow depth.
 
NASTAR RATES
Two Runs $6 
Each Additional Run $1 
Daily Unlimited Runs (within open hours) $10 
NASTAR Season Pass $75* 
*NASTAR Season Pass does not include NASTAR medals. Awarded medals may be purchased for $1 at the finish shack.
Register at nastar.com or at the Snowsports Desk on the day of the race. 
Call 800.968.7686 ext. 2000 for more information. 
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THURSDAY NIGHT ADULT RACE LEAGUE 
Enjoy the competitive, fun and social atmosphere of our Thursday Night Race League, beginning January 5, 2012 with a practice night and racing weekly until March 1, 2012.  All racing abilities and disciplines are warmly welcomed, including alpine, telemark, and snowboard.

League races begin at 6:30pm and are held on varying slopes including Cheers, Buck, and Lower Gorge. Food, music, prizes and awards are provided each night after racing in the Vista Lounge.  For those new to racing this is a great opportunity to further enjoy the sport, improve your skills and meet new people.  

For information on putting a team together or joining an existing team, contact John Kasben, Race & Events Manager, at 800.968.7686 ext. 2006 or race@crystalmountain.com. 

Join the Crystal Mountain League Racing Group on Facebook.



Race League Practice
A practice course is now available to Race League racers on Thursdays only from 4:30-5:30pm thru March 1, 2012. Cost is $10. No coaching included.

Pre-registration by Monday at 4pm is required. Minimum of 2 participants must be registered. Email race@crystalmountain.com or call 800.968.7686 ext. 2006.
Crystal Mountain recommends helmet use for all races, programs, clinics and camps.  
12500 Crystal Mountain Dr. - Thompsonville, Michigan 49683 | (800) 968-7686