Get Out & Play; McPolin and Parley’s Park UOP Nordic Jumping, Freestyle/Freeski or Snowboarding sponsored by Kodiak
IMPORTANT! Skiers/Riders must be at a MINIMUM of an intermediate level to participate in this program (i.e., must be able to parallel ski on blue runs or above). Please reach out to us if you have questions regarding ability level before registering.
This program is an introduction to freestyle/freeski, freestyle snowboarding or nordic jumping that takes place at the Utah Olympic Park (UOP) for students who are intermediate/advanced skiers or riders. Participants will choose either nordic jumping, freestyle/freeski, or freestyle snowboarding. Instruction provided by Park City Ski and Snowboard (PCSS).
Freestyle/Freeski: Explore the terrain parks and mogul courses at the Utah Olympic Park, the training grounds of the US Ski Team, with knowledgeable and experienced coaches from PCSS’s Freestyle All Skills Team. Intermediate skiers will ride a range of freestyle/freeski terrain as an introduction to slopestyle and mogul disciplines. Athletes will learn and hone basic skills in the following areas: skiing switch (backwards), sliding rails and boxes, hitting various sized jumps (incorporating basic tricks like grabs and spins when ready), and maintaining an aggressive stance while finding rhythm in an entry-level competition-style mogul course.
Nordic Jumping: Experience the thrill of ski jumping in a safe and controlled environment. Skiers will spend their time on our small nordic jumps and progress from the landing hill of the smallest jump (10M) and have opportunities to progress to the 10M, 20M and even 40M ski jump. This program can be done on any alpine skis (poles are not used).
Nordic Combine: For students interested in learning about the sport of Nordic Combine (a combination of ski jumping & cross country skiing), please contact Adam at [email protected] for program options with Park City Ski and Snowboard.
Snowboard: Get started in the exciting world of Freestyle Snowboarding at the UOP with incredible terrain and incredible coaches. The UOP offers a variety of jumps and boxes to fast-forward your riding and have some fun on the hill with some new friends. Coaches will focus on skill development and some freestyle terrain. This is a great program to gain confidence on your board in a world class environment.
Dates: Fridays Feb. 13, 27, March 6, 13; 1:15-3 pm
Program Fee: $185
The program fee includes transportation, UOP pass, and instruction.
Scholarships:
- Regular scholarships are available for students with families earning less than $50,000 annually. Just select a Scholarship ticket below to complete the registration process for your child.
- Partial Scholarships are now also available for families earning between $50,000 and $120,000 annually. To apply for a Partial Scholarship, please complete the application linked here to help us understand your financial challenges.
Sibling Discount: Sibling discounts are available with the purchase of a standard ticket. Please use the discount code found at the end of the registration at checkout. If you have an issue with the discount code, let us know and we will refund you the discounted amount. Siblings must be in the same program but don’t need to be doing the same sport.
UOP Waiver: Please complete the UOP waiver after you’ve finished the registration process at the following link: Utah Olympic Park Waiver. Your child will not be able to participate until the UOP waiver has been completed.
Volunteers Needed:
Our programs rely on parent volunteers to help chaperone each program. Program Chaperone tickets are available at a reduced cost. Please purchase a chaperone ticket for your child at registration. As a Program Chaperone, you must be able to attend the full session of the program, pass a background check and complete the volunteer packet. If Chaperone tickets are sold out, or you are interested in other volunteer positions, please click here https://ysausa.org/ways-to-
Your help is greatly appreciated!
Registration Deadlines: This registration will close on Jan. 31, 2026
IMPORTANT NOTES
- We will ski regardless of the weather unless the UOP closes their hill, and no refunds will be available for bad weather.
- Transportation is only provided from McPolin and Parley’s Park Elementary for this session.
- Equipment is not provided. If rentals are needed, please secure those ASAP.
- Please fill out the UOP here: Utah Olympic Park Waiver
