Ford Sayre Academy

The Ford Sayre Academy is nationally recognized for its unique quality academy-style program integrated with a public school. Academy athletes are dedicated ski racers aged 14 and older (U16 and U19 athletes), who are interested in pursuing ski racing at all levels. The FSA+ program uses an academic schedule that allows an early dismissal to travel and train during the afternoons.  Racing calendars are dependent upon individual athletic goals and competitions are available in State, Regional, National, and International races.

Ford Sayre Academy Plus (FSA+) – midweek training is at Whaleback on their newly installed surface-lift, the Dartmouth Skiway, Ragged Mountain* and Proctor Academy*. Weekend training is at the Dartmouth Skiway. FSA+ has three camps: November Colorado Camp**, December Break Camp, and February Break Camp.  Coach supported races. Van transportation to all midweek training (included in cost). Dryland training begins November 1st, 2026.

Ford Sayre Academy X (FSAx) – midweek training at Whaleback on their newly installed surface-lift and weekend training at the Dartmouth Skiway.  FSAx has three camps: November Colorado camp**, December Break Camp, and February Break Camp.  Coach supported races.  Van transportation to all midweek training (included in cost).  Dryland training begins November 1st, 2026.

Ford Sayre Academy 8th Grade (FSA8) – midweek training at Whaleback on their newly installed surface-lift and weekend training at the Dartmouth Skiway. FSA8 has three camps: November Colorado camp**, December Break Camp, and February Break Camp.  Coach supported races.  Van transportation available midweek if able to meet at HHS.  Dryland training begins November 1st, 2026.

Ford Sayre Academy Weekend w/ HHS Ski Team (FSAw) – weekend training at the Dartmouth Skiway. FSAw has three camps: November Colorado camp**, December Break Camp, and February Break Vamp.  Coach supported races.  No van transportation. Dryland training begins November 1st, 2026.

Alpine One – Season long supplemental training program open to any high school alpine ski racers. Approximately 20+ days of training. Alpine One has two camps: December and February Break Camps. Colorado Camp is an extra cost. Weekend training will be on days when there are no FSA/USSA races. No van transportation.

Training Camps – Optional training camps include the November On-Snow Colorado Camp, December Break Camp, and February Break Camp. Each camp is offered as a standalone training opportunity, and athletes may participate in any or all camps throughout the season.

Program Dates

November 1, 2026 to March 28, 2027 (start/end date can vary)

Training

  • FSA+:
    • Tuesdays and Fridays – 2pm-4:30pm @ Whaleback;
    • Wednesdays – 1:30pm-3:45pm @ Dartmouth Skiway;
    • Thursdays – 12:00pm-3:30pm @ Epic Resorts, Proctor*, or the Dartmouth Skiway;
    • Weekends – 9am-12:30pm @ the Dartmouth Skiway. (times are approximate)
  • FSAx/FSA8:
    • Tuesdays and Fridays – 2pm-4:30pm @ Whaleback;
    • Weekends – 9am-12:30pm @ the Dartmouth Skiway.  (times are approximate)
  • FSAW:
    • Weekends – 9am-12:30pm @ the Dartmouth Skiway.  (times are approximate)
  • Alpine One:
    • Weekends – 9am-12:30pm @ the Dartmouth Skiway. (times are approximate. weekend training will be on days when there are no FSA/USSA races)
  • Training Camps:
    • November On-Snow Colorado Camp – November 18 to November 25, 2026
    • Holiday Break Camp – December 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027
    • February Break Camp – Week of February 22, 2027
  • NOTE: Training times may vary due to lane space availability, lane cost, snow conditions, weather, etc.

Locations

Whaleback, the Dartmouth Skiway, Proctor Academy*, and Epic Resorts.

Program Fees

  • FSA+: $13,260
  • FSAx: $9,038
  • FSA8: $7,441
  • FSAw: $3,735
  • Alpine One: $1300
  • Camps: $400 to $650

* Extra cost/when available

** November Colorado Camp carries extra cost

Parents are required to volunteer at 3 home races/events during the season (family max of 4 races/events for those who have children in the junior program too). A $400 security deposit is required. This fee is refunded at the end of the season, if the volunteer commitment has been met.

Registrations and fees must be received by October 1st, 2025.

Required Memberships

Ski Passes

Each athlete is responsible for his/her own season pass or daily lift ticket.

Alpine Director: Kate Anderson – kate.anderson@fordsayre.org