Final Call: Spots Filling Fast for FREE Dry Land Training! Starts Sept 18th.
Photo Credit: Marc Amann | Saas-Fee Camp
Hello to our returning families and a warm welcome to our new ones!
Winter is just around the corner, and our first Dry Land training session is next Thursday, September 18th! If you haven't registered yet, now is the time to claim your spot.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsor and host, South Tahoe CrossFit, this entire pre-season program is available at no cost to our Kirkwood Ski Team athletes. Spots are limited and filling up fast, so don't miss this amazing opportunity to build your foundation for the winter ahead.
Why Train Before the Snow Flies?
Pre-season training is where champions are made; it’s about building the foundation that enables you to charge harder, recover faster, and stay healthier throughout the entire season. Whether you’re chasing podiums in the gates or powder in the trees, this training will give you the physical foundation to excel.
Our sessions are designed to build a complete athlete by targeting four key areas:
Strength: Building explosive power in the legs, core, and upper body.
Cardio Conditioning: Ski-specific workouts that mimic the demands of a full day on the mountain.
Mobility & Flexibility: Focused injury prevention through dynamic stretching and improved range of motion.
Mental Training: Developing focus, resilience, and race-day readiness.
Program Details & Registration
Starts: Thursday, September 18, 2025
Schedule: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM. Sessions run bi-weekly (every other Thursday) until the resort opens, then shift to weekly on Thursdays.
Location: South Tahoe CrossFit
Cost: FREE! Proudly sponsored by South Tahoe CrossFit.
Who: Open to all Kirkwood Ski Team athletes. (The weekly in-season sessions are for Full-Time program athletes. If you have questions about eligibility, please reach out.)
How to Register: While this program is free, spots are limited to ensure high-quality coaching and are filling up fast. With the first session just over a week away, please use the link below to register today and secure your spot.
Meet Your Coach: Kylese Markt
Our Athletic Director, Kylese Markt, knows what it takes to succeed at the highest level. As a former Nor-Am ski racer, CrossFit competitor, and certified trainer with a Master’s in Sports Psychology, Kylese brings both elite-level experience and science-backed training methods to our athletes. Her goal is to help every Kirkwood skier maximize their performance, minimize injury risk, and step onto the snow with unwavering confidence.
A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsor
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to South Tahoe CrossFit for their incredible partnership. Their commitment to our community and the development of our young athletes is what makes amazing opportunities like this free program possible. Please join us in thanking them for their support!
Let’s Put in the Work.
The snow will be here before we know it. This is your opportunity to get ahead and set yourself up for a memorable season. Don’t wait for the lifts to spin—your season starts now.
Register with Kylese or Dana
Kylese: Kylese@Kirkwoodskiteam.com
Dana: Dana@Kirkwoodskiteam.com
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