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Posted by Dana Toso at Dec 21, 2023 4:41PM PST
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Hello Masters Team!

My name is Dana Toso, originally from the Argentine Patagonia, and I have been living here in Whistler for the past 7 years. I am pleased to inform you that this season I will be with you, taking on the role of Masters Lead Coach.

To get us up to speed!
This season, our training days will be every Wednesday and Thursday. Our first two training days are on January 10th (Wednesday) and January 11th (Thursday).

Weekly Update:
Every Wednesday afternoon, I will send out a Weekly Update via email with all the necessary information for the following week. Therefore, on Wednesday January 3rd, you will receive an email with schedules, meeting points, and equipment details for our initial training days.

Coaches:
The coaches leading the Masters training this season are:
- Gab Mains
- Will King
- Aidan Walters
- Dana Toso (Lead Coach)

Kimberley FIS Race:
Next week, I will be providing information about this event, including how to register, race schedules, required equipment, and more.

Here are my contacts; please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

Wishing you all happy holidays!

Best regards,

Dana Toso
WMSC Masters – Lead Coach
dana@wmsc.info
Phone: +1 (604) 388-5408
WhatsApp: +54.9.2901.469117

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Hello WMSC Members,
As we embrace the winter wonderland that surrounds us, we’re excited to share some festive news and extend warm holiday wishes to you and your loved ones!

Winter Holiday Camps | December 28 -31 and Jan 3-7

For those looking to make the most of the winter break, don’t forget about our Winter Holidays Camps! These camps are the perfect opportunity for members of all ages to refine their skills and enjoy the camaraderie of the season. Make sure to mark your attendance to each day on your TeamPages app

These camps are at no cost to all WMSC Athletes.

Ski Around with Sandy Nattress | Friday, December 29th

Save the Date! Join us on December 29th for a special Club Ski Day. Take a guided tour of our facilities. Learn about the Dave Murray National training Center, our world class facility. How we care and keep the hill safe, how we set courses and the safety systems we put in place.

Meeting place WMSC Timing Hut
Time : 10 am to 1 pm
Cost Free

Team Photos | Saturday, December 30th

Let’s capture the spirit of the season on December 30th for our annual full Club and Team photos! make a special effort to attend that day, and don’t forget to wear your team uniform for this memorable occasion.

Dick Gibbons Memorial Cup | Sunday, December 31st

In honor of our beloved late member, we’re thrilled to introduce the inaugural Dick Gibbons Memorial Cup—an exhilarating Giant Slalom (GS) race for participants of all ages! This promises to be a day filled with friendly competition, camaraderie, and the spirit of the slopes.

Calling All Alumni Racers
To make this event even more special, we extend a heartfelt invitation to all alumni racers to join the fun! Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or it’s been a while since you hit the slopes, we’d love to see you back on the mountain. Let’s come together to celebrate the legacy of Dick Gibbons and create lasting memories on the race course.

Après Ski at the Club Cabin
Following the excitement on the slopes, join us for a festive Après Ski gathering at the Club Cabin. Come and share stories of the day’s adventures, and enjoy delicious refreshments. It’s the perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow members.

WMSC Exclusive Club Merchandise

Indulge in the holiday spirit with our limited-edition merchandise.

BUY NOW

2024-25 WMSC HH Team Uniforms Try On Night | Sat, January 13th

We will host a uniform try-on night on Saturday, January 13th from 2 pm to 5 pm at the Club Cabin Lounge
A HH Representative will be in attendance if you have any questions about sizing, fabrics, etc.

Please note that next season’s uniforms are pre-ordered by Wednesday, January 24th and they are ready for pick up until December.

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Sign up for Extra Training Days

Deadline: Registration opens Sundays evening and closes Tuesday at midnight.

For safety reasons, and to comply with Coach to Athlete ratio, athletes not registered will be sent back to their parents.

Lead Coaches will send gear and specific details closer to the date by Team Pages.

Terms and Conditions

Subject to changes.
Each day is weather dependent.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be sent via email to accounting@wmsc.info. and copy your lead coach
Fees will be credited to Racer Accounts and will be given when requested in advanced as follows:
0 to 24 hours 0%
24 – 48 hours 50%
48 – 72 hours 75%
Over 72 hours 100%

U12’s Fridays

December 8, 15

January 12, 19, 26

U14’s Thurs & Fri

December 7, 8, 14, 15

January 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26

U16’s Thurs & Fri

December 7, 8, 14, 15

January 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26

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non-WMSC U10/U12 Ski Fast Fridays |Four Week sessions | Jan 12 to Feb 2 and Mar 1 – 22

Come and try out WMSC! U10 and U12 athletes we will run 2 – four week sessions during the winter on Fridays. Improve your skills, learn about ski racing and make new friends. We ask that skiers enrolling in this program are capable of riding the lift without assistance and can ski all blue terrain confidently.

  • We have been informed that to participate, all skiers/racers have to be licensed with BC Alpine*

This license will be valid until April 30th, 2024, so if you skier is planning to attend our races for the Nancy Greene Skills event, U12 Janyk Cup or the Nancy Greene Festival at Sun Peaks, this license will cover them for all those events.

Location: Meet a Chicpea restaurant in Whistler Mountain

Dates: Jan 12 to Feb 2 and Mar 1 to 22

Time : 9 am to 3 pm

Cost $300 per session (4 weeks)

BC Alpine Entry level License $110.50

You can purchase in the same link below

Register TODAY!

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Do you have friends who are not WMSC members who want to train with us over the holiday season?

THEY CAN!

Now non-WMSC U10 to U16 athletes enrolled in other programs or BC Clubs Holiday Camps can train with us over the holidays.

We will offer ski camps during the season’s holidays for all U10, U12, U14 and U16 enrolled to other programs or Clubs in Whistler or anywhere else.

Register TODAY!