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 training and races (included in cost). Dryland training begins November 1st, 2024.

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 training and races (included in cost). Dryland training begins November 1st, 2024.

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 on the weekends (included in cost). Dryland training begins November 1st, 2024.

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 camp. Coach supported races. No van transportation. Dryland training begins November 1st, 2024.

Program Dates

November 1, 2024 to March 30, 2025 (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 @ Ragged*, 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)

NOTE: Training times may vary due to lane space availability, lane cost, snow conditions, weather, etc.

Locations

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

Program Fees

FSA+: $12,500
FSAx: $8,500
FSA8: $7,000
FSAw: $3,500

* 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, 2024.

Required Memberships

US Ski & Snowboard – Competitor membership required; early bird discount ends October 15
New Hampshire Alpine Racing Association – Early bird discount ends October 15