Cardrona and Treble Cone is the home of the Wānaka Ski Team (WST). Our mission: develop resilient athletes who achieve and unlock their ski racing goals and potential.
The Wānaka Ski Team has had huge success throughout New Zealand due to our commitment to excellence, and we’ll continue to build on our results.
Our fully tiered race training program accommodates athletes at all levels - from entry-level juniors to seasoned FIS-level competitors. Your race journey will be supported through comprehensive race programs, on and off-snow training and race event support by our passionate coaches who bring extensive knowledge and experience to the table.
Being based at Cardrona and Treble Cone ski areas has unique perks. Both mountains provide a variety of pistes, early access to untouched terrain, and exclusive access to dedicated training arenas.
Cardrona and Treble Cone are home to WST where we have exclusive access to incredibly varied terrain perfect for SG, GS & SL training such as Big Skite, Main street, Goldrush and Powder Keg. Cardrona’s specially designed training piste, Tail Race, is an amazing setup with full-length vertical for slalom FIS races and equally incredible GS training. WST often train early morning to make the most of the terrain on offer before the public arrive.
Discover the thrill of high-intensity ski training during your school holidays with the Wānaka Ski Team at Cardrona.
Our 5-day intensive race camps are designed to take your skiing technique and race skills to the next level. Whether you're a junior athlete looking to improve or simply want to experience what it's like to train like a professional ski racer, our School Holiday Camps provide the ideal opportunity.
Challenge yourself, step out of your comfort zone, elevate your skiing abilities, and train with experienced coaches and fellow passionate skiers. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in the racing world, enhance your skills and make the most of your school holidays on the slopes.
Limited spaces available.
2024 School Holiday Programme Dates:
9 - 13 July | 16 - 20 July | 23 - 27 July | 1 - 5 October | 8 - 12 October
PLEASE NOTE: The School Holiday Programme is booked on a per-week basis, each week is booked individually. Dates are subject to snow conditions.
Extras
Eligibility to train
Program Director/Head Coach/Coach will assess athletes' individual skiing technique and have the right to refuse athletes to train if they don’t meet the following criteria:
Proficient skier, able to ski confidently on blue piste and carve on green piste. Be able to use ski poles.
Equipment Requirements
Lift line priority
Ability assessment and group allocation (at the discretion of the Program Director/Head Coach/Coach)
End Of Camp (EOC) Report
Discover the thrill of high-intensity ski training during your school holidays with the Wānaka Ski Team at Cardrona.
Our 5-day intensive race camps are designed to take your skiing technique and race skills to the next level. Whether you're a junior athlete looking to improve or simply want to experience what it's like to train like a professional ski racer, our School Holiday Camps provide the ideal opportunity.
Challenge yourself, step out of your comfort zone, elevate your skiing abilities, and train with experienced coaches and fellow passionate skiers. Don't miss the chance to immerse yourself in the racing world, enhance your skills and make the most of your school holidays on the slopes.
Limited spaces available.
2024 School Holiday Programme Dates:
9 - 13 July | 16 - 20 July | 23 - 27 July | 1 - 5 October | 8 - 12 October
PLEASE NOTE: The School Holiday Programme is booked on a per-week basis, each week is booked individually. Dates are subject to snow conditions.
Extras
Eligibility to train
Program Director/Head Coach/Coach will assess athletes' individual skiing technique and have the right to refuse athletes to train if they don’t meet the following criteria:
Proficient skier, able to ski confidently on blue piste and carve on green piste. Be able to use ski poles.
Equipment Requirements
Our Junior Programme is the perfect starting point for aspiring ski racers who are eager to kick off their journey. Here, young athletes will build the foundational skills they need to thrive in the world of ski racing.
Designed to be the stepping stone towards excellence, the Junior Program focuses on skill development and nurturing passion for the sport. Our experienced coaches provide guidance and training that lays the groundwork for our athletes’ success.
The Junior Team takes young talent to racing excellence, and prepares them for future challenges, including Interfield races.
WST full-time programme runs Wednesday, Thursday , Saturday, and Sunday. U10 and U12 only.
WST part-time programme runs Saturday, and Sunday during the school term.
Both programmes will run 5 days per week during the holidays
Technical development and gate training
Season long goal setting.
On-snow training with Lift line priority
Weekly fitness training
Our Junior Programme is the perfect starting point for aspiring ski racers who are eager to kick off their journey. Here, young athletes will build the foundational skills they need to thrive in the world of ski racing.
Designed to be the stepping stone towards excellence, the Junior Program focuses on skill development and nurturing passion for the sport. Our experienced coaches provide guidance and training that lays the groundwork for our athletes’ success.
The Junior Team takes young talent to racing excellence, and prepares them for future challenges, including Interfield races.
WST full-time programme runs Wednesday, Thursday , Saturday, and Sunday. U10 and U12 only.
WST part-time programme runs Saturday, and Sunday during the school term.
Both programmes will run 5 days per week during the holidays
Our Competition Youth Team programme is tailored to athletes looking to build on skills developed from our Junior Team as well as making their mark in National Points races.
In the Youth Programme, we provide a platform for athletes to enhance their abilities, improve technique, and gain valuable racing experience. It's the next step in your ski racing journey, where you'll continue to develop under the guidance of our experienced coaches.
With a focus on skill progression and race readiness, our Youth Programme equips you with the tools needed to excel in National Points races.
WST full-time programme runs Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
WST part-time programme runs Saturday and Sunday
The Part-Time programme will train 5 days per week during the July School Holidays.
PLEASE NOTE: There may be some changes to training days depending on the SSNZ race calendar. Please check the Team Calendar.
Technical development and gate training
Season long goal setting.
On-snow training with Lift line priority
Weekly fitness training
Our Competition Youth Team programme is tailored to athletes looking to build on skills developed from our Junior Team as well as making their mark in National Points races.
In the Youth Programme, we provide a platform for athletes to enhance their abilities, improve technique, and gain valuable racing experience. It's the next step in your ski racing journey, where you'll continue to develop under the guidance of our experienced coaches.
With a focus on skill progression and race readiness, our Youth Programme equips you with the tools needed to excel in National Points races.
WST full-time programme runs Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
WST part-time programme runs Saturday and Sunday
The Part-Time programme will train 5 days per week during the July School Holidays.
PLEASE NOTE: There may be some changes to training days depending on the SSNZ race calendar. Please check the Team Calendar.
The Wanaka Ski Team FIS Program is for athletes who wish to compete against top national and international ski racers in the international FIS system.
Our program covers skill development right through to race simulation and culminates in FIS National Championship racing.
Full season programme is any 5 days per week / 12 weeks at Cardrona & Treble Cone.
FIS programmes are not on set days and training may be any 5 days of the week depending on the snow and weather conditions, athlete fatigue and the race schedule
All FIS athletes must have a current FIS licence in order to both train and race.
NZ and International FIS athletes must have a current FIS licence in order to both train and race. New Zealand athletes must also belong to Wanaka Ski & Snow Sports Club (unless already a member of another NZ ski club) and all athletes must be a current member of Snow Sports NZ.
International athletes must enter races directly through their race federation or provide a letter of authorisation from your federation to allow the FIS Head Coach to enter the races for you.
Please make sure to read our Programme Terms & Conditions.
Technical development and gate training
Season long goal setting.
Lift line priority
On-snow training
The Wanaka Ski Team FIS Program is for athletes who wish to compete against top national and international ski racers in the international FIS system.
Our program covers skill development right through to race simulation and culminates in FIS National Championship racing.
Full season programme is any 5 days per week / 12 weeks at Cardrona & Treble Cone.
FIS programmes are not on set days and training may be any 5 days of the week depending on the snow and weather conditions, athlete fatigue and the race schedule
All FIS athletes must have a current FIS licence in order to both train and race.
NZ and International FIS athletes must have a current FIS licence in order to both train and race. New Zealand athletes must also belong to Wanaka Ski & Snow Sports Club (unless already a member of another NZ ski club) and all athletes must be a current member of Snow Sports NZ.
International athletes must enter races directly through their race federation or provide a letter of authorisation from your federation to allow the FIS Head Coach to enter the races for you.
Please make sure to read our Programme Terms & Conditions.
Unlock the full potential of your racing skills and Race Private, where we’ll focus on your personal race technique progression. With an emphasis on racing, we’ll provide you with a tailored training experience to help you reach your racing goals with personalised attention.
Wānaka Ski Team offers gate training when you Race Private, allowing you to fine-tune your skills and conquer the challenges of competitive skiing.
Whether you're looking to refine your technique, prepare for upcoming races, or simply take your skiing to the next level, Race Private provides you with the perfect opportunity. Join us and elevate your race technique with focused, personalised coaching.
Prices include coaching for two athletes.
Race Private includes space for one athlete and is subject to the availability of a suitable coach. Additional athletes may be added by arrangement as per the above additional athlete cost.
PLEASE NOTE: WST High Performance Privates are only available outside of regular training days. These may vary, but are typically Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There may be some changes to training days depending on the SSNZ race calendar, please enquiring to learn more.
To book, please email race@cardrona-treblecone.com with the following information:
Athlete name, contact phone number, type of Race Private product requested and date requested.
We will confirm bookings with you as soon as possible. Payment is due at the time of confirmation to secure your booking.
Book in advance to get the time you want.
Technical development and gate training
Unlock the full potential of your racing skills and Race Private, where we’ll focus on your personal race technique progression. With an emphasis on racing, we’ll provide you with a tailored training experience to help you reach your racing goals with personalised attention.
Wānaka Ski Team offers gate training when you Race Private, allowing you to fine-tune your skills and conquer the challenges of competitive skiing.
Whether you're looking to refine your technique, prepare for upcoming races, or simply take your skiing to the next level, Race Private provides you with the perfect opportunity. Join us and elevate your race technique with focused, personalised coaching.
Prices include coaching for two athletes.
Race Private includes space for one athlete and is subject to the availability of a suitable coach. Additional athletes may be added by arrangement as per the above additional athlete cost.
PLEASE NOTE: WST High Performance Privates are only available outside of regular training days. These may vary, but are typically Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There may be some changes to training days depending on the SSNZ race calendar, please enquiring to learn more.
To book, please email race@cardrona-treblecone.com with the following information:
Athlete name, contact phone number, type of Race Private product requested and date requested.
We will confirm bookings with you as soon as possible. Payment is due at the time of confirmation to secure your booking.
Wanting to compete on the international stage? The Wānaka Ski Team FIS Programme is your pathway within the FIS system that will prepare you for racing at a FIS international level, and excellence within ski racing.
Your abilities will be honed, your technique refined, and your competitive spirit nurtured. We’ll simply provide the training, resources, and support needed to thrive in the FIS international ski racing scene.
FIS Shorter NZ FIS license
21 June – 15 September 2024
Any 5 days per week
$750 p/wk
FIS International
21 June – 15 September 2024
Any 5 days per week
$875 p/wk
On-snow training
Wanting to compete on the international stage? The Wānaka Ski Team FIS Programme is your pathway within the FIS system that will prepare you for racing at a FIS international level, and excellence within ski racing.
Your abilities will be honed, your technique refined, and your competitive spirit nurtured. We’ll simply provide the training, resources, and support needed to thrive in the FIS international ski racing scene.
FIS Shorter NZ FIS license
21 June – 15 September 2024
Any 5 days per week
$750 p/wk
FIS International
21 June – 15 September 2024
Any 5 days per week
$875 p/wk
The SSNZ racing calendar
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