Membership
We aim to accommodate as many Junior Racers as we can, but at peak times we may operate a waiting list due to limited space on the slope at Aldershot and the number of training slots we can get.
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We have two race training groups and upon joining Aldershot Ski Race Club, athletes are allocated to the most appropriate ability-based group, with Group 2 accommodating Stubby racers and developing Full Gate racers and Group 1 focusing on experienced Full Gate racers. This allows tailored coaching and development and as skills and confidence increase, the coaching team will invite racers to progress to the next group. Athletes move between Groups depending on their ability, race attendance and performance. There are overlaps in age across both groups. We have a dedicated team of very experienced coaches who train the athletes all year round. They treat each athlete as an individual with regards to the exercises and aims of a particular session. Each group trains twice a week for 50 weeks per year.
During the winter months the coaches focus on all of the technical aspects of skiing and in the summer, during the main artificial race calendar, training focuses more on racing.
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We offer continuous membership for a monthly subscription of £65/month* where you pay £85 as a joining fee and following the successful completion of a probation period, the racer will receive an ASRC Race Top and handbook. Members can attend up to two 90-minute training sessions per week. At times of reduced attendance, reduced coach availability or mechanical issues with the slope lifts, training sessions may be amalgamated or cancelled at short notice. Any surplus from membership fees is reinvested into the club. In exceptional circumstances, membership can be suspended for short durations. Fees are collected on 15th of each month for that calendar month. Monthly fees are payable for any part of a month at the times of joining and terminating club membership. *Discounts applied for siblings. One month's notice is required to cancel membership.
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We organise trial sessions for those interested in joining. At this session we can advise if your child is ready to join. We do not select on skiing ability alone. There is a minimum standard of skiing required to safely join our training sessions; in general terms, this is to be able to link parallel turns. We also carefully assess the attitude of the individual towards the sport and their ability to learn as part of a group. We run a 3 month probation period where the attitude and appetite of the athlete to develop is reviewed. Subject to the above, we take everyone on a first come, first served basis and we run a waiting list to facilitate this. As soon as there is space available, we take on new members. If the athlete is not quite ready to join the team, advice will be given on any next steps needed to be considered in the future. We would encourage an early interest as we do have a long waiting list.
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Should you wish to join ASRC please contact asrc.chair@gmail.com
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Additional Membership Categories:
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1) ALPINE RACING Membership:
If a racer is committed to an Alpine Race Club and participating in their winter training programme lasting at least 8 weeks long, they may request to pay 50% membership for a period of up to 4 months maximum. Supporting evidence is required to demonstrate that they will be competing in Alpine races during this time. The racer must have held full membership at ASRC and been an active member of the club for 2 years or more, and raced at regional level or above. This membership will entitle them to return to training when not in Alpine Training/Racing and vote at the AGM. They cannot regularly attend training whilst paying the reduced fee. Please email the club treasurer and chair with any such request. Once approved by the Committee, payment plans will be updated.
2) UNIVERSITY Membership:
If a racer is enrolled in a university course they can take up University Membership for £10/month. The racer must have held full membership at ASRC and been an active member of the club for 2 years or more, and raced at regional level or above. They must maintain SE membership and provide supporting evidence of the university course. This membership will entitle them to train for a maximum of 12 sessions a year, attend club races, and vote at the AGM.
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3) ALUMNI (RACING) Membership:
If a racer is 18+ and wishes to stop training, they can choose to remain an Alumni member and continue to represent ASRC at races for £15/year. The racer must have held full membership at ASRC and been an active member of the club for 2 years or more, and raced at regional level or above. They must maintain SE membership. This membership will entitle them to receive the club newsletter and enter club races. They cannot attend training sessions or vote in the AGM.
4) ALUMNI (NON-RACING) Membership:
If a racer is 18+ and wishes to stop training, and no longer race, they can choose to remain an Alumni member for £10/year. The racer must have held full membership at ASRC and been an active member of the club for 2 years or more, and raced at regional level or above. This membership will entitle them to receive the club newsletter. They cannot attend training sessions or vote in the AGM.
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Exceptions to our normal membership arrangements can be made at the discretion of the committee.
Injuries:
1) Reimbursement for long term Injury:
If a racer sustains an injury that means they miss 6 weeks or more of training, a request can be made to the treasurer and chair for reimbursement of 66% of the fees for that period. Medical evidence of injury must be provided to demonstrate training was not possible. Once approved by the Committee, payment will be reimbursed.