Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre Dorset UK
Snowtrax Race Squad · Skiing
Race.
Compete.
Belong.
The pinnacle of ski performance at Snowtrax. Our Race Squad is built from the ground up to take dedicated young skiers from confident parallel turns to competitive slalom – with expert coaches, a friendly club community, and a clear pathway to race.
Ages6 & up
SquadsTwo levels
FocusSlalom & race
JoiningBy enquiry
Welcome to the squad
The pinnacle of
ski performance.
Looking to race competitively? Look no further. The Snowtrax Race Squad has been engineered from the ground up to give youth athletes the very best training and facilities – so every member can be the best they can be.
Squad sessions blend technical ski development with slalom racing through cones and poles, led by our highly qualified coaching team. Training is fast, focused and full of fun, in a friendly environment where children of all ages mix and share a love of snowsports.
Because of the advanced nature of this tuition, places are usually offered by invitation, based on technical ability and dedication – often to our strongest skiers coming through the Academy. New to Snowtrax but keen to race? Get in touch and we’ll help you find the right way in.
DisciplineSki racing & slalom
Two squads, one club
Find your level.
The Race Squad runs in two groups so racers train with skiers at a similar stage. Wherever you start, there’s a clear path to progress – and a coaching team that knows exactly how to get you there.
Race Squad 1
Young Racers
Ages 6+The entry point for our youngest competitors. Builds rock-solid technique and an introduction to slalom – turning skill and confidence into real race ability.
Race Squad 2
Teens & Adults
Ages 12+For experienced racers aged 12 and up – including teens and adults. Sharper drills, more demanding course layouts, and a focus on shaving time off every run.
The pathway
From the Academy
Alpine Rockets & upMany squad members are invited from our Academy sessions. Skiing with us already? Speak to your coach about whether ski racing at Snowtrax could be your next step.
The race programme
What you’ll train.
Every session combines technical ski development with proper race training. Coaches mix the exercises and course layouts to keep things challenging – raising the level for the whole squad, week after week.
Technique & control
The foundation of fast skiing. We take racers from plough-to-parallel right through to high-speed carving, building precision and balance that hold up at race pace.
Slalom racing
An introduction to slalom through cones and modified poles. Pole training combines a range of exercises that sharpen every aspect of race performance, run after run.
Advanced skills
Once the basics are dialled in, the fun really starts – bumps at speed, javelin turns, railing, 360 spins with no stepping, and even backward parallel turns.
Squad & synchro
Racing is a team sport too. Skiers learn to match speed with a buddy, ski synchronised lines and push each other on – all in a supportive, friendly squad.
Join the club
More than a
lesson.
Race Squad is a proper club – a group of friends who train together, travel to races together, and celebrate every win, big or small. Pull on the squad jersey and you’re part of something. From first poles to the start gate, our coaches are with your racer every step of the way. If they’ve got the drive, we’ll give them the platform.
Season & commitment
What’s involved.
Race Squad is a year-round commitment with regular weekly training – a midweek evening session and a Saturday morning session – so racers build steadily across the season rather than in stop-start bursts.
Membership works as a one-off joining fee, an annual club membership (which includes a Race Squad jersey), and a charge per training session. It’s a real commitment – and that consistency is exactly what turns keen skiers into confident racers.
Current session times, prices and the full race calendar are kept up to date in our booking system and on the official Race Squad website, so you’re always seeing the latest. Join part-way through the year and we’ll pro-rata your membership fairly.
Minimum age6 years
SquadsRS1 (6+) & RS2 (12+)
TrainingTwice weekly
WhenMidweek eve & Sat am
JoiningInvitation / enquiry
MembershipAnnual + per session
IncludesRace Squad jersey
SurfaceAll-weather Proslope
Out racing
Where our racers compete.
Club & squad races
Friendly in-house races and timed runs give every member a regular chance to test themselves and chase a new personal best.
Regional series
Stronger racers step up to regional dry-slope series and open events across the South, racing skiers from other clubs.
National & schools
For the most dedicated, there’s a pathway toward national dry-slope championships and English Schools’ ski racing.
Want the latest results, race reports and the season's competition calendar? Head to the official Snowtrax Race Squad website.Visit the Race Squad site
Welfare & safeguarding
The Snowtrax Race Squad is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of every child in its care. Our Club Welfare Officer is here for any concerns about a member’s wellbeing, or for information about our safeguarding policies.
Kit & equipment
Just getting started? Kit hire for skis, boots and helmets is available, so new racers can find their feet before investing. Most squad members move on to their own skis, boots and protective equipment – it makes a real difference to development and performance. For the latest race ski advice and the right gear at every stage, our team in the Snowtrax store is always happy to help.
Visit the Snowtrax store →
The start gate awaits
Made for the
mountain.
Every pole, every gate, every timed run on our slope is preparation for the real thing. We’re proud to nurture the next generation of racers – and to send them out onto the snow ready to fly.
Good to know
Race Squad FAQs.
Race Squad is for dedicated, technically able skiers. Most members are referred by our coaching team, often after progressing through the Snowtrax Academy. New to Snowtrax but keen to race? Get in touch and we’ll help you find out if it’s right for you.
Children can join the Race Squad from age 6. We have a mixture of ages across the squad, in a friendly environment where everyone can mix and share their love of snowsports.
Race Squad 1 is for ages 6+ – our young racers building technique and an introduction to slalom. Race Squad 2 is for ages 12+, including teens and adults, with sharper drills and more demanding course layouts.
The squad trains twice a week – a midweek evening session and a Saturday morning session. For the exact current times, please check our booking system or the official Race Squad timetable.
Kit hire for skis, boots and helmets is available, so you can start without buying everything up front. Most Race Squad members do move on to their own skis, boots and protective equipment, which really helps development. For the latest race ski advice, visit the Snowtrax store.
Race Squad works as a one-off joining fee, an annual club membership (which includes a Race Squad jersey), and a charge per training session. Current prices are always kept up to date in our booking system. Join part-way through the year and we’ll pro-rata your membership.
Yes. We take safeguarding seriously. Our Club Welfare Officer, Alie Handel, can be reached at alie@snowtrax.eu or on 01202 499155 (option 1) with any welfare concern or for information about our policies.
The easiest way in is to contact our team or speak to reception and our coaches. If you already ski with us, mention it to your coach – squad places are often offered to skiers showing real ability and dedication.
Still got a question? The team’s on the slope 7 days a week. 01202 499155
More skiing
Keep skiing.
Kids & Junior Skiing
The Snowtrax Academy builds young skiers up safely, grouped by age and ability – the natural pathway into Race Squad.
ExplorePrivate Ski Lessons
Fast-track specific skills with a coach focused entirely on you – ideal for sharpening technique between squad sessions.
ExploreFreestyle & Park
Take your skiing in a different direction with park features, jumps and tricks – another way to push your skills on the slope.
ExploreReady to race?
Whether your racer is stepping up from the Academy or you’re brand new to Snowtrax, the best first step is a quick chat. Get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction.