Race Program
The Race Program offers two levels of commitment for athletes serious about ski racing:
One Day Race Team
- Schedule: Saturdays, from 9am to 3 pm at Great Divide, running through March.
- Program Fee: $900.
Two Day Race Team
- Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 am to 3 pm at Great Divide, running through March.
- Program Fee: $1,300.
- Eligibility: Admission to the Two-Day Race Program is at the discretion of the Head Coach. Interested athletes should contact Head Coach Tal Williams at tawilliams@mt.gov to discuss the program and eligibility.
***Registration is still open***
All-Mountain Program
January January 17th and 18th 2026 - March14th and 15th 2026- No All Mountain February 14th and 15th 2026, and March 7th and 8th 2026. All Mountain will end on March 14th and 15th 2026.
Since its introduction in 1999, the All-Mountain Program has been designed to help young skiers master all types of terrain and snow conditions with confidence. Focusing on skill development across the entire mountain, this program prepares skiers for both ski racing and a lifetime of recreational enjoyment.
Program Details:
- Focus: Developing well-rounded skiing skills, perfect for future ski racing or recreational skiing.
- Popularity: The program has grown to 215 participants in recent years, thanks to its emphasis on fun, exploration, and skiing the entire range of trails at Great Divide Ski Area.
- Coaching: Our professional coaches teach in teams but provide individual attention and support to each skier, ensuring a personalized experience.
- Program Fee: $225
Freeride Program
The Freeride program is designed for advancing intermediate skiers who want to continue progressing as a skier outside of ski racing. Freeride will be coached by our professional staff who will focus on skill development in all conditions and terrain across the entire mountain, and learning how to safely progress skills in the air and on snow.
Program Details:
- Target Age Group: 10 years and older.
- Prerequisites: Previous participation in the All-Mountain Program is encouraged. While prior experience in all conditions is preferred, it’s not required.
- Coaching: Our professional staff will guide skiers in skill development, focusing on technique and confidence in all mountain conditions.
- Training Schedule: Saturdays, from 9 am - 3 pm, with a break for lunch. January 10th, 2026- February 28th, 2026.
- Program Fee: $500
The Development Program (Devo)
The Devo program is designed for young skiers who are ready for more focused coaching and skill development. Perfect for athletes in the from age 7 years, Devo offers a structured approach to improving technical skiing skills, directed free skiing, and an introduction to ski racing, including running gates.
Program Details:
- Target Age Group: Primarily 7 years and older, though exceptions may be made for older or younger skiers.
- Prerequisites: Skiers should have completed at least one season in our All-Mountain program, be comfortable skiing intermediate terrain, able to ride all chairlifts independently, and manage their equipment without assistance.
- Coaching: Led by our professional coaching staff with a focus on skill development, technical ability, and the fundamentals of racing.
- Program Fee: $650
- Training Schedule: Saturdays, from 9 am - 3 pm, with a break for lunch. January 10th, 2026- February 28th, 2026.
The Great Divide Nordic Ski Team is ready for another season. This year we are excited to offer expanded programs for Juniors and a new program for adults. Our primary ski venues are MacDonald Pass and Bill Roberts Golf Course. Programs for this year include:
- Early Season Dryland Training
- Nordic Skiing (Junior)
- Introduction to Skate Skiing (Adult)
See the Nordic Programs page for more details.
You can contact the Nordic Team coaching staff at GDSTNordic@gmail.com.