The U16/U18 OCUP Extended Race Program continues to refine free ski and race skills with an increased emphasis on physical fitness and off-season training.  Note – speed training and racing are a part of this program.  This 3-day/week program includes 2 Christmas Training Sessions, Friday Training, SOD OCUP race series, OCUP Mid-Winter Race Series (U16 only).  Note – some competitions will take place during the week.  It is strongly recommended that athletes register for the Sun Peaks pre-season camp.  *All racers must have a valid Terrain Park Pass.  U16 and U18 OCUP racers will train together and compete at the same events, results will be calculated according to age category.  

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Members of this program are required to purchase an Alpine Ontario (AOA) U16 OCUP or U18 OCUP Membership.  All U16 racers must submit a Fitness Test to Alpine Ontario by December 1, 2025 (see below) and have a valid Terrain Park Pass.  Note – U18 OCUP racers do not require a Fitness Test but it is strongly recommended. 

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*For information on the U16 8 week/2 day program visit U16/U18 SCUP Weekend Program. 

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FITNESS TESTING - This fall there are 2 Fitness Test options available: SOD Fitness Testing – Saturday, September 27 at York University and Caledon Fitness Testing – Sunday, November 2 at Hill Academy. More details to follow for each event. For those that are not able to attend the testing opportunities listed above will need to make their own arrangements and submit results to the Competitive Office by December 1, 2025. 

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SKILL ABILITY – Program participants graduates of the U14 OCUP Program and are advanced, versatile skiers, confident skiing on a variety of terrain with speed.   

 

EXTRA EVENTS – U16/U18 OCUP Program athletes will have the opportunity to participate in Alpine Ontario (AOA) sanctioned events including camps, U16 OCUP Finals, etc...  PLEASE NOTE – participation may be based on club quota.  These events are not included with your program registration and are subject additional fees. 

 

MEETING LOCATION – Program drop off and pick up will be at the West Lodge – by the Skiis & Biikes racks.