Cubs welcomes the newest skiers with an active play and learn program at the Beehive Learning Centre. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first come, first served registration basis. Please register for only one session. Each child receives individualized attention with full supervision throughout the program.

Due to the one-to-one child to instructor ratio, section selection is final once registered. Space is limited.

Please note we have added more sessions to accommodate all the new young families.

All skiing for this age group will be done at the Beehive Development Centre.

U6 Tigers has a focus on skills development through games, fun, and adventure. Instruction includes careful attention to each child’s needs.

Most skiing will take place at the Beehive Development Centre. Here, the skiers will gain confidence both ascending up the Platter lift as will as descending down the hill. Once fundamentals have been achieved, skiers will begin to explore other areas of the mountain. 

 

We are delighted to introduce two new 'add-on' supplementary programs specially crafted for children born in 2018 only:
 

1. For the skiing program, our focus will be on achieving maximum mileage. The afternoon sessions will challenge young skiers to explore various terrains. While skill development often occurs in the mornings, this program will encourage independent 5-year-olds to navigate all trails, including an introduction to the terrain park.

 
           Intro to FreeRide/Racing on Saturday afternoons: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
           Fee: $375.00.
 

2. Non-skiing afternoon activity program to foster social interaction and exercise. This is tailored for five year olds seeking fun and fresh air. We recommend ensuring your child is appropriately dressed for winter weather, equipped with warm boots suitable for snow play.

 
          Outdoor soft boot activities on Saturday afternoons: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
          Fee: $250.00
 
 

U8 All-Mountain continues development through fun and adventure with a focus on progression of your skiing skills. Racing is introduced as well as the Park and Glades experience. Ongoing instructor assessments provide confirmation of readiness and interest for multi-sport programming next season. This program is designed to suit the needs of newer skiers who aren’t able to manage a full day’s winter activity. 

This programming is a great lead into U8 Full Day/U10 Full Day for the following season and has a slightly higher instructor-to-athlete ratios than the Full Day option.
 

This All-Mountain skill development program introduces athletes to all the skills necessary to progress into racing or any All-Mountain programming. This program takes advantage of all terrain, including flats, steeps, appropriate terrain park features, ski cross tracks, and bumps.

We provide these young skiers strong learning environments with focus on fun, mileage, versatility, and skill development. We balance our time with a 33% focus on skill development, 33% on introduction to gates and course challenges, and 33% on all-mountain skiing and features (no rails).

To consider registering for this full day program, please ensure both you and your child understand that this is a full weekend program. The expectation is that your child is confident getting on and off a chairlift and lowering the safety bar. To succeed in this group, your child must be able to work in a group environment and adapt well with our coaching ratios.

Beginners Snowboarding is a new program this year. It continues development through fun and adventure with a focus on advancing to the next level in snowboarding.

Previous snowboard experience is required. Please contact the Programs Office if you are looking to book private lessons to get your child riding prior to programming.

This program pairs well with the U8 All-Mountain Half Day program.

This 9-weekend program will follow Freestyle Ontario’s Fundamentalz program, designed to teach basic jumping and spinning off small jumps, skiing and switch skiing skills, riding boxes and other small terrain park features and skiing moguls. GROMS Series competitions at other Escarpment clubs. 

Our Freestyle Team will introduce participants to park features with certified Freestyle coaches. We will teach the athletes skill progression, group camaraderie, as well as meet individual goals of the athletes should they want to progress to higher levels the Freestyle community offers.

In this program participants will have the option to remain in-house and should they display proficient skill acquisition we will encourage them to go to the GROM series, a three series Escarpment based park event throughout the winter. Dates to be confirmed at Christmas.
 

This is a great introduction into the Osler in-house skiing experience! The goal of this program is to build passion and stoke for skiing, winter, and the outdoors for those who are newer to the sport of skiing.

This program will have a combination of All-Mountain skiing and drills, intro to race techniques and terrain, and intro to freestyle skills. The focus will be on providing participants with good, well-rounded skiing skills and confidence on snow.

The All-Mountain Intro program will have 18 days on snow and participants will have the option to take part in the Ski Fleas series (3 races). We welcome all skill levels, but a good attitude and willingness to participate is a must!

 

This returning 23-day program is the ultimate mountain experience! The goal of this program is to build passion and stoke for skiing, winter, and the outdoors. We at Osler are lucky enough to have some of the best snow and terrain on the Escarpment and we want to utilize all of it!

This program will have a combination of All-Mountain skiing and drills, race techniques, and intro to freestyle skills. The focus will be on providing participants with good skiing skills, confidence on snow, and developing different terrain abilities (bumps, rollers, etc.) and park skillsets.

This program will have 23 days on snow, starting just after Christmas and continuing until mid-March. There will be several events throughout the season, with participants taking part in the Ski Fleas series (3 races), Club championships, a Skier-Cross race, and the new to Osler, Freeride competition.

Because of the diverse nature of the program, we ask that your child has 2 sets of skis: a pair of all-mountain skis (skis with sharp edges) and a pair of “rock skis” (skis that are more suitable for rails, boxes, and maybe hitting the occasional rock).

We welcome all skill levels, but a good attitude and willingness to participate is a must!
 

We provide athletes strong learning environments with focus on fun, mileage, versatility, and skill development. Racers are expected to be able to ski all conditions at the Club, ride the lift and lower the safety bar unattended. Parents must also be confident that their child is able to ski their way to their groups’ meeting spot in the event of an emergency or should they be separated from their coach or team members.

We balance our time with a 33% focus on skill development, 33% on introduction to gates and course challenges, and 33 % on all-mountain skiing and features (no rails). Athletes will be challenged with many different courses with varying turn shapes including an introduction to cross blocking for those athletes who are able to put pressure on their outside ski and have a strong pole plant foundation. For those entering into cross blocking, the proper safety equipment is required for athlete protection - please see our Resources page on our OBSC Racing webpage. A coaching fee would apply for any additional options, including camps and Friday training.

 

This program is for racing athletes ages 10-11 years old who want to compete and train full weekends with an emphasis on skill development, camaraderie, and fun. The base program includes the Osler Ski Fleas series and coaching weekends starting January 6th to March 3rd. A coaching fee would apply for any additional options, including camps and Friday training.

The U14 Core Program is for athletes who want to compete and train on weekends with an emphasis on skill development, camaraderie, and fun. The base program includes the Osler Ski Fleas series and coaching weekends, starting January 6th to March 3rd. A coaching fee would apply for any additional options, including camps and Friday training.

The U16 Core Program is for athletes who want to compete and train on weekends with an emphasis on skill development, camaraderie, and fun. The core program includes Ski Fleas series and coaching for weekends January 6th through to March 3rd. A coaching fee would apply for any additional options, including camps and Friday training.

The U19/Coach in Training is for athletes who want to continue with their training and racing development while gaining coach education and experience. Coach-In-Training athletes will start as volunteers with the Junior Racing Programs until they are certified and have proven that they are competent to coach and lead groups. This will happen at different stages for all the athletes, based on maturity and experience.

U19/FIS athletes will be able to race in some U19 SOD races and/or FIS races, if they choose. Athletes in this program will only train technical events (SL & GS).

Want to become a ski coach?

The first step to becoming a ski coach is to complete the Entry Level Licensing and Certification requirements. This includes two days of on-snow training and two online e-learning modules. The Entry Level course focuses on providing candidates with knowledge about drills, how to run a ski race practice, ski technique, and ski development. You also need to register as an ACA-CSC member coach in good standing. After completing the Entry Level course, you can start working with young ski racers at the gliding start and skier essentials stage of the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD).

If you want to progress to the next level of coaching, you need to complete the Development Level Licensing and Certification requirements. This includes four days of on-snow training, four online e-learning modules, and a practical coaching program. The Development Level course covers topics such as skill acquisition, athlete development, mental training, and competition planning. The Development Level course prepares you to work with ski racers at the learning to train and train-to-train stages of the LTAD. If you aspire to work with competitive ski racers at the train to race and race to win stages of the LTAD model, you need to complete the Performance Level Licensing and Certification requirements. This includes six days of on-snow training, six online e-learning modules, and a practical coaching program. The Performance Level course covers topics such as advanced skill analysis, performance planning, strength and conditioning, and sport science.

The final step of the coaching pathway is the High-Performance Level Licensing and Diploma program. This is reserved for national team coaches working with World Cup and Olympic Winter Games ski racers. The High-Performance Level program is often customized and followed by ongoing professional development and evaluation in partnership with Own The Podium, the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Committees, and the Coaching Association of Canada.

For more information, please visit the Alpine Canada website https://coach.ca/alpine-ski or the Alpine Ski Coach website https://ltad.alpinecanada.org/page/coaching-program

Good luck with your coaching journey!
 

U14 racing focuses on development while trying to maximize time on snow and provide athletes with the tools and skills needed to be successful in life and the sport of ski racing. In this program, we believe that the key to success is a combination of training, mental preparation, and positive role models. Our coaches and mentors are some of the most experienced and successful in the ski industry, and they are committed to providing the best possible training and support. Our coaching team is always welcoming, supportive, and eager to help our athletes continue their journey.

We understand this is a big time and financial commitment, however the benefits and skills your children receive through this journey prepare them for many of life’s great challenges. To get the most out of our program, we encourage you to participate in as many activities available to you as possible. The discipline and hard work learned through this are invaluable to an athlete’s journey.

The registration deadline for this program is August 15th. After this, a 10% increase will be added. Just a reminder to please fill out the form as soon as you know your decision, as this allows us to better plan for staffing. 
 

As you prepare for another exciting skiing season, we want you to know that we are dedicated to helping you reach your full potential both on and off the hill. This program generally runs at a 5 : 1 coach/athlete ratio. In this program, we believe that the key to success is a combination of training, mental preparation, and positive role models. Our coaches and mentors are some of the most experienced and successful in the ski industry, and they are committed to providing you with the best possible training and support throughout your time with us. Our coaching team is always welcoming, supportive and eager to help you continue your journey.

To get the most out of our program, we encourage you to participate in as many activities available to you as possible. The discipline and hard work learned through this are invaluable to an athlete’s journey. Please review the program details and outlines and let us know if you have any questions. Every athlete and family has different needs and goals, so it is important to have these in mind when selecting programming that is right for your child. We understand that it is a large commitment, both financially and time, however the benefits and skills your children receive through this journey prepare them for many of life’s great challenges.

The registration deadline for this program is August 15th. After this, a 10% increase will be added. Just a reminder to please fill out the form as soon as you know your decision, as this allows us to plan better and commit to experienced staff.
 

This year, the AIT program will be offered to both skiers and snowboarders. Achieve your exclusive Osler AIT certificate! This program provides you with all the information and skills you need to become a successful Snow School Assistant. Graduates turning 15 years old are well-equipped to complete CSIA Level 1 Certificate or CASI Level 1 Certificate. Participants will develop techniques and standards of skiing and snowboarding through plenty of mileage. Lots of fun and engagement with hands-on teaching experience through the program. AIT participants will complete their AIT training together in the first 4 weekends of January. Then will transition to complete their co-op hours in the mornings over a 4-week period in February. Upon successful completion at AIT, participants then become eligible for hire for the remainder of the season. Strong attendance is required to successfully achieve the AIT certificate.

Want to become a ski instructor?

The first step to becoming a ski instructor is to complete the Level 1 exam, which is a three-day course that evaluates your teaching, skiing, and people skills. You need to demonstrate the ability to teach beginners to parallel ski, as well as ski consistent parallel turns on intermediate terrain. You also need to register as a CSIA member in good standing. After completing the Level 1 exam, you can start working as a ski instructor at ski resorts in Canada and other countries that recognize the CSIA certification.

The Level 2 exam prepares you to work as a ski instructor worldwide, except for France and Italy where you need higher qualifications3. If you aspire to work with expert skiers or become a trainer or examiner for the CSIA, you need to complete the Level 3 and Level 4 exams, which are more challenging and require extensive professional experience and development.

For more information on becoming an instructor, please visit the CSIA website http://www.snowpro.com/ or the CASI website https://casi-acms.com/index.php/en/

Good luck with your skiing/riding journey! 
 

A fun, traditional club race series with three events that is open for all junior members (snow school and racing). Competition is by age category. Partial payment for less than three races is not permitted. For the Ski Fleas, ages 10 and under are NOT allowed to wear downhill suits. Slalom shorts and sweaters are allowed, but downhill suits must be covered. Please remember this rule is in the spirit of making a fair race for all competitors. Note to parents: to avoid disqualification from the program events, please ensure adherence to this rule.

Fridays are a valuable opportunity for extra training and mileage with less traffic around the Club.
 
To ensure proper ratios and provide quality coaching, your attendance must be confirmed via the online registration at www.oslerbluff.com. Please go to the RACING tab and click on Program Registration to sign up for your dates by WEDNESDAYS at 12 NOON. Failure to do so will result in a $15.00 administration fee charged to the regular cost.
 
Cancellations must be made by email to the Race Office racing@oslerbluff.com no later than THURSDAYS at 12:00 P.M. If you have not let the Race Office know of your cancellation and your child does not show up for training your account will be billed $25.00 to cover coaching costs.
 
Pre-requisite: Registration in U10, U12, U14, U16 racing programs. Meeting place specialized to each age group. Due to our high ratio requirements and current staff shortages for Fridays throughout the season (most of these coaches being high school students and in class midweek), U8 Friday Training will not be offered.

Osler Bluff Ski Club is pleased to offer both ski and snowboard lessons for all levels. A private lesson is a great way to build skills at your own speed through one-on-one or small group instruction with friends. 

Lesson reservation requests are made online through the Programs page on the OBSC website. Members are required to submit lesson reservation requests for their guests. Lessons not cancelled at least 24 hours before the scheduled lesson time will be charged the full amount. The full lesson fee is chargeable for a no-show. Group lessons can include up to four participants with similar skill levels. The minimum lesson age is 3 years. 

 Busy with family in the morning? Looking for advanced skiing after lunch? This skill-focused program is
designed with an emphasis on technique and tactics in a social environment.
 
There will be an assessment at the beginning of the program to evaluate skill and build groups of similar skiing abilities.
 
In order to accommodate those with child-minding arrangements, this group meets in front of the playroom on the snow. Playroom spots are limited. For details on playroom bookings during this time slot, please contact Nadine at playroom@oslerbluff.com

Rip it up! Novice to Expert riders can connect with the adult snowboarding community and improve their riding. Emphasis is on fun, camaraderie, and mileage. Build confidence through skill improvement.
 
For weeks 5 through 8, the program will be divided into two groups: one group will spend more time in the park, focusing on developing slopestyle skills and the second group will continue the core rider program from the first four weeks.

 Well-matched groups build skills with full hill skiing and progressive instruction.

This popular program combines great social interaction with skill development specifically geared to women’s interests and preferred techniques. Groups are formed by skill level. Register early for this popular program to guarantee your spot!

Register early for this program to guarantee your spot! This program combines social interaction with
advanced ski skill development, specifically geared towards individual assessment and development. Lots of mileage!

This is the ideal program for those looking for more of a challenge after completing the New Adult Race program or for those looking to enhance their skills for House League racing. This program is designed to create success with a focus on skill progression and cross-blocking on intermediate terrain and courses. This program also includes some GS training. Pairing small groups and lots of mileage with expert coaches experienced in adult race skill development, this program is sure to be fun while improving your skills and confidence both in and out of the gates. Please note, this program requires a minimum of 12 participants.
 
This program includes an element of free skiing in addition to gate environments.

This introduction to racing program has an emphasis on speed control and turn shape for first-time racers.
 
Helmets are mandatory as some sessions take place in the gates. Other training days are a mix of free skiing and video analysis.

For all adult racers. Dates and times will be communicated in the New Year as it is based on the race
calendar which is still in progress.

A friendly in-house team competition for all members 18 & over regardless of racing experience. Emphasis is on participation – be there to race. Cost includes 4 races.
 
Helmets are mandatory for all events.

Intro to Race (Entry Level)
This introduction to racing Christmas Camp has an emphasis on speed control and turn shape.

Prepare for race season. Technique and repetition drills in and out of the gates. (snow permitting).