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Race Camp Coach Application

Ski Spectacular Race Camp Coach Application

The Hartford Ski Spectacular strengthens and expands adaptive snow sports programs across the U.S. while identifying and training youth, wounded warriors, and others with disabilities who aspire to become winter Paralympians. The Race Camp at Ski Spec offers a high-level training opportunity for athletes with physical disabilities to learn how to race or advance their racing skills. Race Camp is intended for emerging athletes interested in or currently pursing a competitive career.

Application Overview

Positions Available for All Disciplines (Alpine Ski, Snowboard, Nordic Ski):

- Lead Coaches
- Assist Coaches

Capacity may change based on program needs to ensure a safe, valuable, and rewarding experience for all participants.

Selection Criteria: We prioritize coaches based on availability, certification level, years of experience, current involvement in race coaching, discipline, and versatility in coaching when determining Lead and Assist positions.

Application Period: August 25 – September 10, 2026

What to Expect:

- Confirmation email upon successful submission
- Application status notification by late September 2026

Coach Requirements

- US Ski & Snowboard Level 100 or higher, preferred
- PSIA-AASI Adaptive Level 2 or higher, preferred
- 10 or more years adaptive ski/snowboard race coaching experience, or elite level adaptive race training
- Currently involved in coaching adaptive ski/snowboard race coaching, preferred
- Be on-snow for the duration of the camp (December 7-11, 2026)

Additional Requirements

- Background screening and SafeSport training completion (instructions provided after approval)
- Move United reserves the right to verify credentials and experience

Coach Benefits

Lead Coach Benefits:

- A stipend and/or per diem for services provided during Ski Spec
- Airport transfers to/from Denver International Airport during approved times
- Lodging in Breckenridge (December 6-12, shared room)
  - Move United provides double-occupancy lodging for all applicable event contracted staff and volunteers for the duration of the event. Staff or volunteers who wish to bring an additional guest are required to arrange and pay for their own lodging accommodations in place of the lodging provided by Move United. These self-arranged lodging costs are reimbursable up to the per-person rate Move United pays for contracted lodging (amount to be announced); any cost above that rate is the staff/volunteer’s responsibility.
- Daily lift ticket, if needed
- Opening banquet ticket (December 7) and closing banquet ticket (December 11)
- Event registration and goody bag
- Daily soup lunch Monday-Friday (available in the Race Room)

Assist Coach Benefits:

- Possible lodging in Breckenridge (December 6-12, shared room)
  - Move United provides double-occupancy lodging for all applicable event contracted staff and volunteers for the duration of the event. Staff or volunteers who wish to bring an additional guest are required to arrange and pay for their own lodging accommodations in place of the lodging provided by Move United. These self-arranged lodging costs are reimbursable up to the per-person rate Move United pays for contracted lodging (amount to be announced); any cost above that rate is the staff/volunteer’s responsibility.
- Daily lift ticket, if needed
- Opening banquet ticket (December 7) and closing banquet ticket (December 11)
- Event registration and goody bag
- Daily soup lunch Monday-Friday (available in the Race Room)

Application Deadline: Thursday, September 10, 2026

Questions? Contact Jessie Cloy at jcloy@moveunitedsport.org

2026 The Hartford Ski Spectacular Race Camp Coach Application

Name(Required)

First Last

Email(Required)

Cell Phone(Required)

Move United Member Organization Affiliation(Required)

If not affiliated with a Move United Member Organization, write N/A.

Other Organization Affiliation(s)

Race Camp Coaching Discipline(Required)

Alpine Ski

Nordic Ski / Biathlon

Snowboard

Level of US Ski & Snowboard Certification(Required)

US Ski & Snowboard Member Number(Required)

Level of PSIA-AASI Adaptive Certification(Required)

Years of Adaptive Ski/Snowboard Race Coaching Experience(Required)

Years of Non-Adaptive Ski/Snowboard Race Coaching Experience(Required)

Describe your coaching experience specifically as it relates to racing/competition(Required)

Do you have any medical, physical, or other conditions that may impact your ability to perform coaching responsibilities? (e.g., lifting or mobility restrictions, activity limitations, or other limitations that affect your ability to coach.)(Required)

How will your medical condition impact your coaching role?(Required)

Will you be able to volunteer for the full week of the event, December 6-12, 2026?(Required)

Travel dates: 12/6 and 12/12. On-snow dates: 12/7 - 12/11.

Do you have an Epic Pass (or other ski pass good at Breckenridge Ski Resort) that you can use for the event?(Required)

If you do not have an Epic Pass, Move United will provide lift tickets to all Race Camp Coaches (only good during the event). This question is being asked to help us determine how many lift tickets Move United will need throughout the week.

Do you require Move United provided lodging in order to attend the event?(Required)

Lodging is included for selected Lead Coaches and may be included for Assist Coaches depending on need and availability. This question is being asked to determine how Move United can best provide lodging to those that request this support.

If you are to receive lodging support from Move United, will you bring a guest(s)?(Required)

Move United provides double-occupancy lodging for all applicable event contracted staff and volunteers for the duration of the event. Staff or volunteers who wish to bring an additional guest are required to arrange and pay for their own lodging accommodations in place of the lodging provided by Move United. These self-arranged lodging costs are reimbursable up to the per-person rate Move United pays for contracted lodging (amount to be announced); any cost above that rate is the staff/volunteer's responsibility.

I understand that if I bring an additional guest, I am responsible for arranging and paying for my own lodging separate from Move United's provided accommodations, reimbursable up to Move United's standard rate.(Required)

I agree and understand

Note: If your guest will serve as your personal care attendant (PCA) during the event, please indicate this under Accommodation Needs below. Move United will provide lodging accommodations for approved PCAs.

If applicable, note any accommodations required for lodging. (ie: Wheelchair accessible)

Do you require Move United provided per diem?(Required)

Per diem is included for Lead Coaches and may be included for Assist Coaches depending on need and availability. This question is being asked to determine how Move United can assign per diem to those that request this support.

Please provide any additional information that will help us review your application.