Freestyle club holding registration on Nov. 19
Mt. Washington Freestyle Club Registration Day for new and returning skiers is Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Comox Valley Sports Centre from 1 to 4 p.m.
"Come out and see what freestyle skiing is all about," a club spokesperson said. "The Mt. Washington Freestyle Ski Club is Vancouver Island's only ski program focusing on moguls, slopestyle and big mountain skills. In a team environment kids will learn: turn carving, jumping, rails and mogul skiing in one of the province's best all round ski programs available for all levels of freestyle skiing.
"Our club offers Competitive, Development and beginning Freestyle programs. New this season a Freeride/Slopestyle program," the spokesperson said. "The MWFC provides a fun, safe skiing experience for competent skiers six years old and up. Certified training in all freestyle disciplines will give skiers a well-rounded set of skills.
The aim of our programs is to provide each skier with the necessary skills, (physical, mental and technical) to achieve their goals and dreams. We provide opportunities for skiers to experience various levels of competition as well as to enjoy being able to go out and rip all over the mountain," said the spokesperson.
"We have a fantastic team of coaches who share a love for skiing in a fun, positive, safe and relaxed environment. Join now," the spokesperson said.
For more information on the Mt. Washington Freestyle Ski Club, check out www.mwfc.ca.
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