Registration for event closes at Mon 09 Jul 2018 17:00.

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The SSA Acro Sessions is designed to offer and encourage athletes across all freestyle and snowboard disciplines the opportunity to develop their acrobatic skills, aerials and body awareness. 

The program has been designed with a focus on athletes who are involved with SSA Pathway Programs; in the disciplines of halfpipe, slopestyle, big air and moguls. However we also welcome applications from athletes across all disciplines to take part.

SSA Park & Pipe and Acrobatics Coach David Parr will be coordinating the sessions over the two afternoons, with assistance from SSA Park & Pipe Technical coaches Ryan Tiene (snowboard) and Leon Tarbutton (freeski). 

Due to expected high demand there will be two sessions offered the 12-13th July and 19-20th July to allow as many to participate as possible.

All participants will come away with a personalised training plan to continue their progression at home, aligned with their pathway to winter sports success. 

WHAT IS SSA FUTURES:

SSA Futures is a Ski & Snowboard Australia (SSA) athlete development and talent identification program. SSA Futures has a vision to enhance the opportunities and resources for athletes in the SSA athlete pathway. SSA Futures programs aim to:

• Introduce developing athletes to elite sporting opportunities and elite sports people
• Increase knowledge of the athlete pathway, selection criteria and the various opportunities, resources and programs available to Australian snow sports athletes
• Establish a consistent and unified approach to athlete development
• Engage National Team athletes and programs in pathway development initiatives
• Provide athletes with superior technical coaching and performance opportunities
• Encourage involvement in SSA domestic ski/snowboard events
• Bridge the gap between Interschools competition participation and involvement in seasonal SSA Pathway Programs

WHAT IS IT:

• Two afternoon acrobatic sessions run by Ski & Snowboard Australia

• Hosted at the NSWIS Acrobatic Centre of Excellence (ACE)in Thredbo

• Featuring Olympic and World Class coaches & athletes

INCLUDES

• Freestyle Ski and Snowboard specific acrobatic coaching
• Educational and Motivational speeches
• Personalised acrobatic training program
• Qualified coaching and supervision
• Entry and access to the NSWIS ACE

WHEN IS IT:

Session 2 - Thursday 19 & Friday 20th July 2:00 - 5:00pm

WHERE IS IT:

Thredbo Leisure Centre - Thredbo Village, Thredbo NSW 2625

WHO IS IT FOR:

SSA is calling for athletes to submit an application who;

• Are interested in learning some new skills
• Are between the ages 10 and 18
• Are involved in a pathway program or interschools

There is a maximum of 30 spots available, which will be allocated upon discretion of SSA and the coaching staff.

COST / Registration:

PARTICIPANT FEE: $60.00

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

• World Class Coaching
• Two Training Sessions
• Access to facilities
• Individual take-home training plan specific to each athlete

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

• Transport
• Accommodation
• You will need to bring your own food and water

Full program brochure available on the following link: SSA ACRO FUTURES

Please note that you must have at a minimum an SSA Snowracer Membership in order to register. If you have not renewed your membership for the 2018-2019 season, or do not have a SnowID, please visit Snowracer or Ski & Snowboard Australia membership page.