Zenit Team
Flexible ski team programs

Zenit Ski Team delivers elite athletic development and personal growth for international U19 alpine ski racers. The program combines advanced, athlete-focused coaching with premier training environments and tailored follow-up, all within a flexible framework compatible with adapted or online academic schedules.

Geared toward athletes targeting provincial, regional, national, or collegiate teams, Zenit offers full-season enrollment or modular training blocks and can be integrated alongside local, regional, or national programs.

Athletic development and personal growth for international U19 alpine ski racers. High-quality coaching and competition opportunities, with individualized scheduling options.

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Development towards the High-Performance

The Zenit Ski Team is designed for international U19 athletes pursuing qualification for Provincial, Regional, State, National Junior or College teams.

Our program supports athletes who are enrolled in an adapted or online academic pathway — or who have already graduated — and are ready to commit to a structured high-performance environment.

We provide advanced coaching, world-class training environments, and rigorous individual follow-up within a flexible structure that allows athletes to combine Zenit with their local, regional or national programs when needed. Coaching methods are athlete-centered and align with a Long Term Athlete Development philosophy.

Small training groups of 5–8 athletes per coach.
Access to professional level training environments and resources.
Consistent professional coaching staff throughout the season.
Athlete-centered coaching methods.
Individualized training goals and programming aligned with long term athlete development and the targeted qualification criteria.
Remote follow-up while athletes are following a physical or ski training program at home.
Assistance with the choice and setup of ski equipment.
Structured support for post-injury return to snow.
Monitored progress through daily video analysis, weekly coach assessments and three global evaluations: Post Summer–Fall, mid-racing and end-of- racing.
Training schedules are carefully balanced with physical preparation and academic workload.

Athletes may enroll in a full program or select specific training blocks according to their needs.

PROGRAM OPTIONS:

Racing Academy Switzerland

June 1st – October 31st:

Designed for athletes completing their full pre-season with Zenit or maintaining limited involvement with other programs.

3 training blocks.
11 weeks available.
Up to 55 days of SL, GS and Super-G ski training.
Zermatt Glacier, Switzerland.
El Colorado Ski Center, Chile.
Saas-Fee Glacier, Switzerland.
Peer Indoor Ski Center, Belgium.

Minimum enrollment: at least five weeks across two different blocks. This includes:

Full fitness & conditioning planning and follow-up.
5% discount on coaching rates.
10% discount on coaching rates for 9 weeks programs.
15% discount if combined with Fall–Winter.
Official Zenit Team Jacket and apparel.

Racing Academy Sion Valais Zenit

November 1st – April 10th:

Designed for athletes committing to their full competition season with Zenit or maintaining limited involvement with other programs.

Base in Val d’Anniviers, Switzerland, with access to training facilities across the Valais region. Lodging in Athletes’ Chalet available with full meal plan and coaches supervision.
Racing and training tours in the Western Alps (Switzerland, France, Italy) from late November until mid-April.
Participation in FIS competitions which are ideal for U19 FIS athletes, attending mid to mid-high level FIS races but also NJR, NJC, CIT, ENL and UNI venues which are FIS sanctioned events for athletes in a development stage. Race entries must be arranged through each athlete’s club and national association and are subject to national quotas.
3 training and racing blocks.
16 weeks available.
Up to 50 training days of SL, GS and Super-G ski training.
Up to 30 starts in SL, GS and Super-G races.

Minimum enrollment: at least nine weeks across two different blocks. This includes:

Full fitness & conditioning planning and follow-up
10% discount on coaching rates
15% discount on coaching rates if combined with Summer–Fall
Official Zenit Team Jacket and apparel

Racing Academy GS training Zenit

July – April:

Designed for athletes splitting time between Zenit and another program.

Access to all training weeks in the Zenit Ski Team year calendar
Fitness & conditioning planning and follow-up available as an add-on

Minimum enrollment: at least eight weeks across three different blocks from the Summer-Fall and Fall-Winter programs. This includes:

5% discount on coaching rates
10% discount on coaching rates from 9-week programs
15% on coaching rates from 14-week programs
Official Zenit Team Jacket and apparel

Get to know our Highly-skilled Team of Coaches in the Ski Zenit family.

Activities and Athlete development:

There are many important aspects of our training. The core values of Ski Zenit are passed on to our athletes. We care about their skiing development, but even more important is their growth as good people through the sport we love. We hold ourselves to high standards, striving to deliver the best quality in every session, and we expect our athletes to do the same.

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Physical preparation is a key part in the program, and a long term fitness and condition development plan is fully integrated into both the Summer–Fall and Fall–Winter programs.It is also available for the Flexible Year team members, as an add-on.

The fitness & conditioning structure includes:

Individualized programming.
Weekly remote follow-up via messaging and video calls.
In-person supervision during all on-snow blocks.
Coordination with local PTs/physiotherapists when required.
Warm-up, activation and recovery routines are implemented and adapted individually to each athlete.

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Athlete personal well-being is central to our philosophy, fostering a strong team spirit, a positive environment, and creating a safe space for young athletes in which maturity and accountability will be the common standards.

Coach supervision during travel and lodging.
Team house available at the base in Val d’Anniviers, with all meals provided. Athletes must also take part in certain housekeeping tasks
Clear team values and code of conduct.
Defined communication protocols.
Structured training systems.
Team transport, lodging and meal options available during camps.
Ski tuning support and education.

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Athletes and families are invited to contact us and share their racing projects and objectives. Candidates must complete:

Physical screening by their local PT and physiotherapist.
Online personal interview and goal assessment.
Brief athlete report and support letter from previous coach.
Nutrition, sleep and injury-prevention questionnaire.
Motivation letter, CV and registration form.
Training and racing video footage.
Enrollment in an adapted or online schooling program.
Submission of qualification criteria from the team they aim to join.
Athletes must be members of a club and national ski association in their home country, being fully covered for travel, health care and accidents.

Sports Psychology

At Ski Zenit, we believe long-term performance goes hand in hand with academic stability and personal balance. When schooling is well-structured and adapted to training and travel, athletes reduce stress, improve time-management, and can fully focus on training and competition—while still protecting future opportunities (graduation pathways, university access, scholarships, and career options).

Families are always free to choose the school solution that best fits their child’s needs and long-term goals. That said, Ski Zenit works with a selection of trusted education partners and flexible schooling pathways that are well-suited to student-athletes. If a family needs support in this area, we can help guide them toward the right option and facilitate the search for an appropriate solution.

1. US Performance Academy (USPA) – Fully online (US system)

What it is: A fully online school designed for student-athletes, following the US education system.
Why it works for athletes: very flexible and travel-friendly (online format).
More info: https://gouspa.org/partners/usss/

2. A’ksent Suisse International School – Online (Cambridge)

What it is: An online school following the Cambridge pathway.
Why it works for athletes: flexible online structure; includes the possibility of a Winter Term format depending on availability and admissions.
More info: https://aksentsuisseacademy.ch/en/

3. International School of Sion (ISSion) – In-person in Valais (Cambridge)

What it is: An international school in Sion (Valais), aligned with the Cambridge system.
Why it works for athletes: local in Valais; families can discuss schedule adaptation directly with the school (subject to approval).
More info: https://is-sion.ch/en/

4. Haut-Lac International Bilingual School – In-person (IB)

What it is: A Swiss international bilingual school offering IB programmes (MYP & DP), with day school and boarding options.
Why it works for athletes: structured international pathway; sport-friendly environment (confirm specific “sport & study” options with admissions).
More info: https://haut-lac.ch/

ZENIT ski TEAM

Personalized offer

Multiple weeks available

Physical training plan

July – April

HOUSING

Personalized offer

Multiple options

Adapted to athletes

July – June

SCHOOLING

Personalized offer

Multiple options

Adapted to athletes

September – June

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Make sure you check out our extras to make the most out of your experience with Ski Zenit.

Airport Transfers
Ski Racing Rental and Purchase
Cancellation Insurance
Rescue Insurance

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Most frequent questions & answers
FAQ

Just press any « Book Now » button and select the product you are interested in, or send us an email via our Contact page. We will be pleased to assist you.

When booking ski training with us it is very important that we are provided with enough information about each athlete via our online booking form which includes the following:

– Personal information (Name, contact details and date of birth).
– Languages spoken.
– Skiing skills.
– Racing experience.
– Physical condition.
– Allergies or food intolerances.
– Illness or physical limitations.
– Brand, model and length of skis and boots to bring to the training.
– Skiing videos.

Our booking personnel will provide you with all information needed in order to attend training and send you an invoice for the total cost.

Full invoice must be paid within 4 days in order to confirm the booking and secure the place.

Please read our General Terms and Conditions carefully before booking.
Feel free to enquire about accommodation in a variety of hotels and apartments or about airport shuttles if you require these.

All athletes participating in the Camp must have current ski accident insurance valid in Switzerland covering at least civil liability, rescue on the slopes (including helicopter), medical treatment and repatriation. We recommend insurance which also reimburses you for services unused due to injury (ski pass, training, lodging, etc.).

Photocopies of participants’ insurance card must be given to Ski Zenit leaders upon arrival or a digital copy can be sent ahead of time.

Switzerland has agreements with EU Member States for medical assistance at public hospitals. In order to take advantage of such agreements, you must have the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). You need to apply for this card well in advance at your local medical centre in the EU.

SUMMER: Zermatt, Saas-Fee, and Chile. During the summer, we transition from glaciers in Europe to winter in South America. We focus on building a solid foundation to ensure that, when we arrive in Chile, we are ready to make the most of the excellent training conditions.

FALL: Saas-Fee and Zinal. From September to mid-November, we stay in Saas-Fee to train alongside some of the world’s best alpine skiers. Starting mid-November, we move to Zinal, a ski resort that, early in the season, is open exclusively to competition skiers, ensuring some of the best training conditions in the northern hemisphere.

WINTER: Valais. One of the highlights of our ski racing academy is that we can choose from a vast array of world-class ski resorts for our training. Being perfectly located in the heart of the Alps, we can choose from more than 20 ski resorts within a 45-minute drive. This also makes it very easy for us to get to nearby ski races.

Switzerland is a member of the Schengen Area meaning that travellers from EU countries which are party to that treaty may enter the country with their identity card. However, minors must always travel with a valid passport. Travellers from other countries must check the conditions for entry into Switzerland before embarking on their trip.

We offer several boarding options:

SCHOOL BOARDING: Our partner school offers boarding for its students. It is a boarding school located adjacent to the international school, and athletes staying in this boarding facility will enjoy all the comforts of a top-notch boarding school. There will be a mix of international students, many of whom are not participating in our ski program.

SKI ZENIT HOUSE: Ski Zenit has a rented house that will be used for athletes. These are shared rooms with bunk beds, and athletes will be living with one of the Ski Zenit coaches. The cooking, cleaning, organizing, etc., is shared among all the members of the house. Athletes must be organized and self-sufficient for this accommodation.

OWN LIVING ARRANGEMENTS: Many of our athletes live nearby with their families or are old enough to live on their own. We can help athletes and families find the best deals on the market.

Ski Zenit offers its athletes and their chaperones a transfer service in comfortable mini-buses from/to the Geneva, Zürich, Basel or Milan airports. Transfer by motorway takes about three hours. All airport transfer drivers are authorised to check-in all young athletes traveling alone.

We organize our training with a strong academic program in mind. The schools we partner with offer flexibility in their curriculum so that athletes can combine a robust skiing career with their academics.

Some of our athletes are already engaged in online schooling and should follow a schedule compatible with our training.

Athletes in other schools need to ensure that they offer enough flexibility to join the ski race academy program.

Convenient train service is available from the Zurich, Geneva, Milan and Basel airports to the town of Visp taking about 2 hours and 45 minutes.
From the Visp train station you must take a bus to Saas-Fee (two buses per hour) which takes about 45 minutes. You can purchase both legs of the trip on a single ticket through the SBB website.

Depending on the country athletes come from, they will need to apply for a residence permit in Switzerland. We can apply for a study permit. This process could take some time, so it needs to be organized in advance. For athletes holding an EU passport, it’s a formality.

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