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Program Philosophy

The general philosophy of AVSC Nordic programs is to provide all youth in the Roaring Fork Valley with the opportunity to experience Nordic skiing as a fun and competitive sport. Opportunities will be provided by the availability of need-based scholarships and fostered by a dynamic pipeline of progressive development programs intended to advance athletes of all ages and ability levels. AVSC Nordic believes that commitment, teamwork, and integrity are an essential part of the competitive sport experience. All AVSC Nordic coaches, staff, volunteers and athletes are expected to learn and live by a strict code of values emphasizing character, work ethic, healthy competition, leadership, and inclusion. Ultimately, the AVSC Nordic program aims to achieve national and international success by utilizing world class facilities, executing science based training, providing exceptional coaching support, and hosting high quality events.

The AVSC Nordic program’s main focus will always be on the best interest of our student-athletes and fostering a love for Nordic skiing. Our goal is to create healthy athletes that always put forth their best attitude and effort, live each day with intention, and strive for personal excellence. 

Nordic program success can be measured by athlete participation at all levels, athlete community involvement, alumni community involvement, results, representation at major championship events (Junior Nationals, Scando Cups, and World Juniors), and placement of athletes onto College teams, post-grad teams, and/or the USST.

Parent Handbook

Please follow the link below to access our Parent Handbook

2024/25 Parent Handbook 

Helping Your Skier to Thrive

Program Recommendations 2024/25

AVSC’s Nordic Programs are designed for children to progress in ability and commitment from our Bill Koch (BK) programs through the high school Team/Programs (see development pipeline flow chart on page 5). Coaching staff recommendations based on age and ability are listed below. There is some purposeful age overlap built into program descriptions for parent discretion. Parents are encouraged to discuss their child’s preferences with a coach.
 
Age Group Birth Year Ability Program Recommendation
U8 2017 and 2018 All BK Program
U10 2015 and 2016 Beginner BK Program or PreDevo
U10 2015 and 2016 Advanced Pre Devo
U12 2013 and 2014 Beginner Pre Devo or Devo
U12 2013 and 2014 Advanced Devo 
U14 2011 and 2012 All Devo (U16 Race Team if 2nd Year U14 and in 8th Grade)
U16 2009 and 2010 Beginner Devo Team (if 8th grade)
U16  2009 and 2010 Advanced U16 Race Team or U20 Race Team
U18 & U20 2005 to 2008 Advanced U20 Race Team
 


**age groups are defined by your child’s age on December 31st, 2024