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Wānaka Ski Team Cardrona & Treble Cone

Structured programmes for young athletes and committed skiers. Build skills, train on real race terrain, and progress at your own pace.

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Structured progression

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Train on race terrain

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Experienced coaches

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Flexible options

A skier in mid-action during a slalom race, carving a sharp turn around a red gate on a well-groomed piste. The skier is dressed in a black racing suit with a helmet and goggles. The background features a series of red gates extending up a snowy slope, emphasising the challenge of the course. The pristine condition of the snow and the clear blue skies create a vivid and exhilarating winter sports scene.

Why choose Wānaka Ski Team

WST is designed to support athletes as they grow in both skill and confidence. Time on snow is paired with clear guidance, so athletes know what they are working towards and how they are improving. Being part of a consistent group helps build familiarity, trust, and a sense of belonging.

The focus is not just on performance, but on helping each athlete feel capable, supported, and ready to take the next step at their own pace.

  • Feel more confident stepping into gates and race environments

  • Build a strong sense of belonging within a like-minded team

  • Gain independence and trust in your own decision-making on snow

  • Enjoy the satisfaction of steady, visible progress over time

  • Develop a mindset that carries through training, racing, and beyond

Team members leave each season not just stronger on skis, but more self-assured in how they approach the mountain and their goals.

Season Long Programmes

Train consistently across the season with a dedicated group and coach, building confidence and steady progression over time.

June 27th - September 20th

FIS Team Season Long

$ 9,000

Full season price

  • Enhance athletes' competitive experience and accomplish individual racing objectives 

  • Comprehensive training & support at all NZ FIS races 

  • Seasonal Full Time – 5 days per week 

  • Transport to and from training and race events is provided

  • For those with a year of birth of 2010 or older

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June 27th - September 20th

FIS Team Weekly

$ 1,750

Price per week

  • Enhance athletes' competitive experience and accomplish individual racing objectives 

  • Comprehensive training & support at all NZ FIS races 

  • Pick the week that suits your schedule 

  • Transport to and from training and race events is provided

  • For those with a year of birth of 2010 or older

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27th June - September 27th

Youth Team

$ 9,750

Price per child

  • Intensive, technical and race preparation-focused programme

  • Training focused on National Points races

  • Seasonal full-time, 5 days per week

  • Transport to and from training and race events is provided

  • U14 – U16 (year of birth 2011-2014)

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27th June – September 27th

Junior Team

$ 7,280

Price per child

  • Developing strong fundamentals & diverse skills required for Alpine Racing 

  • Comprehensive training and race support

  • Seasonal full-time, 4 days per week

  • U8 – U12 (year of birth 2015-2020)

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Consistent training, real progress

Season Long & Weekly Programmes

Train regularly with a dedicated group and coach. Build skills over time and see steady improvement across the season.

  • Regular on-snow coaching each week

  • Focus on technical development and gate training

  • Season long goal setting (Junior and Youth Team programmes)

  • Access to Cardrona and Treble Cone training areas

  • Snow Sports lift line priority

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Camps

Join a focused block of training during the holidays, with concentrated coaching and quick gains in a supportive team setting.

June 29th – September 27th

Competitive Team

$ 1,750

Price per week

  • Ideal for athletes seeking high-level coaching, flexible schedules, or short-term training

  • Available as daily drop-in sessions or a full weekly option (5-day training week)

  • For athletes wanting to level up, challenge themselves, and prepare for racing or the High-Performance pathway

  • Suitable for U8–U16 athletes

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July 22nd to September 24th

Masters Team

$ 3,000

Price per adult

  • For adult skiers wanting to develop their technical skills and maintain a healthy lifestyle in a fun and sociable environment 

  • 2 days of intensive and fun training each week 

  • Caters for the complete novice or experienced skier & racer wanting to challenge themselves 

  • Suitable for ages 18 & older

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Holiday Programme

July 6th - October 9th

Racer Ready Camps

$ 1,000

Price per week

  • School Holiday Programme with daily gate training focused on technique and skill development

  • 5 days of intensive training each week

  • Choose the week that works for your schedule

  • Great introduction to ski racing with an emphasis on improving skills and having fun

  • Suitable for athletes aged U8 to U16

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Holiday Programme

September 28th – October 4th

Spring Camp

$ 1,250

Price per person

  • Great opportunity for athletes wanting extended training after their training/race season 

  • Opportunity to refine the athlete’s strengths, good feelings and work through any issues, technically, mentally and tactically   

  • 5 best weather days of the week

  • U12 - FIS 

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Programme

Race Private

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  • One-on-one race training

  • Technical development and gate training

  • Option to include additional athletes

  • Work on exactly what you want to

  • Private lift line priority

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Train in focused blocks

Camps

WST Alpine Racing Camps give young skiers the chance to build skills, confidence, and race awareness in a focused block of training. Designed for ages U8–U16, camps run through school holidays and key periods across the season, with flexible options to suit your schedule.

Training blends strong technical coaching with a supportive, team-based environment, so skiers stay motivated while making real progress on snow.

  • Choose from 5-day camps through to extended multi-week training blocks

  • Build race confidence with mini competitions and real course experience

  • Develop skills on and off snow, including goal setting and video feedback

  • Train with experienced coaches at Cardrona and Treble Cone

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"A wonderful experience"

"My children, Grace and Tommy, had a wonderful experience in the holiday program with coaches Kate and Bruno. Kate was kind and skilled with Grace, while Bruno’s patient approach made a big impact on Tommy. We’re grateful for such...

Amelia Taylor

Wānaka

"Shaped them into strong, competitive skiers"

"Our children have been with the Wānaka Ski Team for four seasons now and absolutely love being part of the team. In their first season, they had already developed a technical base that set them up for a future of great skiing. Su...

Kristy Quin

Wānaka

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Frequently
Asked Questions

We recommend signing up as soon as possible, at least 4 months in advance. While we don't have a specific cutoff date, we do have limited availability!

Wānaka Ski Team has access to dedicated training arenas at both Cardrona and Treble Cone depending on each team’s training needs. 

A For the 2026 season, Wanaka Ski Team will take athletes born in 2020 and older.

Age group is based on year of birth, please see below 2026 age groups: 

U8 2019 to 2020 U10 2017 to 2018 U12 2015 to 2016  U14 2013 to 2014 U16 2011 to 2012 FIS 2010 and older 

U12 - U16: 

  • Slalom and Giant Slalom skis or a very good kombi ski 

  • A helmet and back protector are compulsory for all training and racing 

  • Physical training clothes and running shoes

U6, U8 and U10: 

  • Good carving skis 

  • A helmet and back protector are compulsory for all training and racing 

  • Physical training clothes and running shoes 

Each team is based on birth year and has its own prerequisite skill level. If you’re not sure, complete the enquiry form and let us know so we can help you find the right fit for your athlete.

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