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• 2010-2011 Training & Racing Schedule
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Nub’s Nob Racing enters its 22nd season of helping ski racers achieve success in FIS, USSA, CUSSA Region 3, MHSAA and NASTAR sanctioned events. Members of Nub’s Nob Alpine Racing (NNR) compete in the USSA Junior Olympics, US National Championships, Federation International de Ski (FIS) Mid-America Cups, Michigan High School State Finals, USSA Masters and NASTAR National Championships. NNR is proud to have coached 2 FIS Mid-America Cup Champions, numerous Michigan State High School Athletic Association Champions and NASTAR National Champions. NNR is a member club of the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA).

ALL NNR PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 2010/11 USSA MEMBERS.
Please join USSA today!
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL RACE AND TRAINING EVENTS.

Please put the Nub's Nob Racing link below in your favorites. We post all Nub's Nob Racing schedules (for both training and racing) and updates here. The link below is also great for equipment questions regarding FIS/USSA regulations and for USSA Region 3 registration packets. Check it frequently as schedules change constantly.

You must register with the NNR team and join the USSA before you can race or train with us. If you are a new NNR team member simply enter the USSA/US Ski Team link and follow the membership path to join USSA.

YOU MUST BE A USSA MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY
NUB’S NOB RACE MEMBERSHIP OR TRAINING PROGRAM.

Follow this link to join USSA:

www.ussa.org

How do you participate in Nub’s Nob Racing:

1. Join USSA (United States Ski Association) TODAY.
2. Join NNR (Nub’s Nob Racing) by choosing the applicable Race Membership or Training Program before whichever deadline you desire. You can save $40 to $200 by joining NNR before 10 October 2010.
3. If you have a Race Membership use this link USSA (United States Ski Association) Central to get your USSA Central Division Region 3 race packet. This will include race schedule and fees for USSA-CD (Central Division) Region 3. This is CUSSA.

This season we are offering 2 USSA Race Memberships for registered competitors in the Central Division United States Ski Association’s Region 3.

NNR also offers 6 different Training Programs for racers of all ages and abilities. All Training Program members must be USSA members but you do not have to be a registered competitor.

NNR USSA Full Race Membership

For USSA racers, our top race coaching and training package for FIS and USSA juniors who desire the best and most intense race coaching and training regimen available. For racers who desire high-speed, steep terrain and are in preparation for major competition. Must be physically fit and have coaching staff approval for participation. Includes all weekends, holidays, nights and all CUSSA Region 3 race event coaching.

Coaching at all CUSSA Region 3 scheduled races includes technique, tactics, training courses, warm-up exercises, on-hill ski preparation and video analysis. All November and December training weekends as weather permits. Training at Nub's Nob on non-race CUSSA Region 3 weekends and other weekends as posted. Two nights of midweek training at Nub's Nob on Monday and Wednesday nights during regular night skiing season starting January 3, 2011. Christmas holiday training starting December 26, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Multiple sessions per day during weekends and holidays. NNR provides information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ski alignment and tuning.

Helmets are required for all events.

• $745 by 10 October 2010 (This saves $200 per racer)
• $855 by 13 November 2010  (Save $100 per racer)
• $955 anytime after 13 November 2010

Download Nub's Nob Racing 10/11 RACE Membership Registration Form

*** IMPORTANT NOTICE ***READ THIS****NO SURPRISES****
*** Mid-Am, Divisional, National coaching fees***

Qualifiers for any FIS Mid-Ams, CUSSA Age Class Championships, USSA Junior Olympics, CUSSA Divisionals, US Nationals, NASTAR nationals or any other races held outside CUSSA Region 3 will have additional coaching fees assessed.
PARENTS/GUARDIANS OR COMPETITORS AGE 18 AND OLDER WILL SIGN AGREEMENTS FOR EACH MID-AM AND/OR NATIONAL EVENT IF THEY DESIRE NNR COACHING AT THESE EVENTS

NNR USSA Weekend Race Membership

For USSA-CD Region 3 and racers, our top race coaching and training package for FIS, USSA junior racers who train at Nub’s Nob on weekends, over the Christmas holidays and desire coaching at all CUSSA Region 3 races. For racers who desire high-speed, steep terrain and are in preparation for major competition. Must be physically fit and have coaching staff approval for participation.

Coaching at all CUSSA Region 3 scheduled races including technique, tactics, training courses, warm-up exercises, on-hill ski preparation and analysis. Training at Nub's Nob on non-race CUSSA weekends and other weekends as posted. Christmas holiday training starting December 26, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Up to 4 sessions per day during weekends and holidays. NNR membership includes information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ski alignment and tuning.

Helmets are required for all racing and training.

• $645 by 10 October 2010 (This saves $150 per racer)
• $725 by 13 November 2010 (Save $70 per racer)
• $795 anytime after 13 November 2010

Download Nub's Nob Racing 10/11 RACE Membership Registration Form

Full Training Program

This is the top training only (no coaching at races) package for FIS, USSA, high school and middle school, who desire the best and most intense training regimen available. For ski racers who desire high-speed, steep terrain and are in preparation for major competition. Must be physically fit and have coaching staff approval for participation. Training is conducted on the same steep terrain that is raced in MHSAA and CUSSA events.

All November and December training weekends as weather permits. Training at Nub's Nob on non-race CUSSA Region 3 weekends and other weekends as posted. Two nights of midweek training at Nub's Nob on Monday and Wednesday nights during regular night skiing season. Christmas holiday training starting December 26 - 31, 2010. Up to 4 sessions per day during weekends and holidays. NNR training programs include information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ski alignment and tuning.

Helmets are required for all training.

• $445 by 10 October 2010 (This saves $100 per racer)
• $495 by 13 November 2010 (Save $50 per racer)
• $545 anytime after 13 November 2010

Download 10/11 Training Program Registration Form

Weekend/Christmas Training Program

Training for serious FIS, USSA, high school and middle school racers who can only attend on weekends and over the Christmas holidays. Up to 4 sessions per day. These sessions include very early morning steep training on the best race terrain in Michigan. Slalom and Giant Slalom.

All November and December training weekends as weather permits. Training at Nub's Nob on non-race CUSSA Region 3 weekends and other weekends as posted. Christmas holiday training starting December 26, 2010 through December 31, 2010. Up to 4 sessions per day weekends and holidays. NNR provides information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ski alignment and tuning.

Helmets are required for all training

• $355 by 10 October 2010 (Save $100 per racer)
• $405 by 13 November 2010 (Save $50 per racer)
• $455 after 13 November 2010

Download 10/11 Training Program Registration Form

YOU MUST BE A USSA MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY
NUB’S NOB RACE MEMBERSHIP OR TRAINING PROGRAM.

Master and Senior Training Program

There is a Michigan Masters USSA Race Series.  There will be 6 races held at Nub's Nob and a weekend of races at Marquette Mt.

Training for USSA Masters (over 27 years of age) and USSA Seniors (21 to 26 years of age), Speed Series, MACC and NASTAR racers who desire high speed training on steep terrain. Program starts as soon as weather permits. Includes all weekend, holiday and midweek night training from November through February at Nub's Nob.

Includes available training sessions at Nub's Nob during regular skiing season.   NNR provides information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ ski alignment and tuning. NNR uses the best terrain available including the same steep slopes raced in USSA and Speed Series races.

Helmets are required for all training.

• $315 by 10 October 2010 (This saves $80 per racer)
• $355 by 13 November 2010 (Save $40 per racer)
• $395 anytime after 13 November 2010

Download 10/11 Training Program Registration Form

Midweek Night or Weekend Training Programs

Training for middle school, high school and USSA racers who desire high speed training on steep terrain. Racers have 2 programs to choose from:

1. Midweek Night Training Program starts Monday night January 3, 2011 and ends March 9, 2011
   Two nights of midweek training at Nub's Nob on Monday and Wednesday nights during regular night skiing season.  This is a great midweek training addition to any local high school or middle school racer looking to conquer steep slopes.
2. Weekend Training Program starts as soon as training slopes are open and ends February 26, 2011.  All November and December training weekends as weather permits. Training at Nub's Nob on non-race CUSSA Region 3 weekends and other weekends as posted.  This is the perfect weekend addition to any local or "downstate" racer who wishes steep training.

NNR provides information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ ski alignment and tuning. NNR uses the best terrain available including the same steep slopes raced in USSA, MHSAA and Speed Series races.

Helmets are required for all training.

• $255 by 10 October 2010 (Doing this saves you $100 per racer!)
• $305 by 13 November 2010 (This saves you $50 per racer!)
• $355 anytime after 13 November 2010

Download 10/11 Training Program Registration Form

Christmas/Holiday Training Program

Training for serious racers of any age who can train only over the Christmas holidays. Christmas holiday training starting December 26, 2010 through December 31, 2010.  Multiple sessions daily. Slalom and Giant Slalom. NNR provides information on conditioning, nutrition, equipment selection, ski shop discounts at fall racer nights, boot/ski alignment and tuning. This includes early morning training on the best terrain in the Midwest including the same steep slopes raced in USSA and MHSAA competitions.

Please note that you need a season pass or appropriate lift ticket for this camp.  This is only the training fee, lifts and meals are not included.

Helmets are required for all training.

MUST be a USSA member for Christmas/Holiday training. Join USSA today, don’t delay!

• $305 by 10 October 2010 (This saves $80 per racer!)
• $345 by 13 November 2010 (This saves $40 per racer!)
• $385 anytime after 13 November 2010

Download 10/11 Training Program Registration Form

IMPORTANT NOTE to ALL Christmas/Holiday Training Program participants:
Because of changes in regulations, as well as slope and staffing needs for quality training, ALL athletes must be registered both with NNR for this program and must be a paid USSA member by Friday, December 18, 2010 at noon. No exceptions, sorry.

What does NNR expect of its members?

Have fun and learn! Be the best they can be at everything they do. Achieve at their highest level in academics, at home, in life and sports. Promote and demonstrate good sportsmanship. Develop the fundamental skills to be good skiers. Combine the tactics and techniques for successful ski racing with their talent. Maintain good physical condition. Set a personal example for exemplary behavior. Make good decisions. Stay on their feet.

What does NNR expect of the Parents?

Be supportive of their children. Help and work at the races. Encourage children to set academic, skiing and personal goals and to demonstrate good behavior and sportsmanship. Ask questions. Communicate with the coaches. Set the example of good sportsmanship and behavior. Enforce study habits and love these special days in a great family environment.

What do I do now?

• You must have your USSA membership number, pay your Nub's Nob Racing membership or program fees and have your release/medical forms properly signed and mailed in.
• Join USSA today You must be a member of USSA to join any NNR membership or program.
• Helmets are required for all races and training
• Early discount fees are due in the NNR office by 10 October 2010.
• Pre-season discount fees are due in the NNR office by 13 November 2010.
• Get in the best shape of your life. Be ready to go fast. Real fast.

For more information on Nub’s Nob Racing, please contact:

• Rebecca Behm at (231) 420-6500 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

You may visit Nub's Nub Alpine Racing at 500 Nub’s Nob Road, Harbor Springs, MI, 49740. Fall Office/Desk hours are 9:00am until 4:30pm from September 26, 2010 through December 25, 2010. Winter Office/Desk hours are 8:30am until 7:30pm from December 26, 2010 through March 12, 2011. Spring Office/Desk hours are 8:30am until 4:30pm from March 13, 2011 through April 3, 2011.

You can reach the Nub's Nob Alpine Racing office all year at :

• PO Box 909, Indian River, MI 49749, 231.420-6500 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it