Our 5-day U10 and U12 kids race camps offer a professional development program with a balance of building on fundamental skills and time in subbies and gates.

Development Program

Our U10 and U12 ski racing development program progresses young athletes in the fundamentals of alpine ski racing in a fun and supportive environment.

Our programs focus on building strong technical skills, developing agility and balance, and progressing essential racing concepts through drills and gate training.

The emphasis is on fostering a love for the sport and developing well-rounded skiers who can progress to more competitive levels.

Dedicated Hill Space

Our dedicated training hill space provides consistent and safe access for U10 and U12 athletes to hone their skills without the variability of public slopes.

This allows our coaches to design specific training courses and drills tailored to the developmental needs of young racers, maximizing their learning and progression.

The dedicated slope fosters a focused training environment, helping athletes build confidence and master essential racing techniques.

Professional Coaches

Our race training camps are led by experienced and professional coaches who possess a deep understanding of youth development and ski racing techniques.

These dedicated coaches provide expert guidance in skill development, tactical awareness, and fostering a positive team environment.

Their expertise ensures that young athletes receive high-quality instruction tailored to their age and ability, setting a strong foundation for their future in the sport.

Weather & Snow Conditions

Exceptional training conditions prevail at 8 Peaks, boasting over 80% sunny days, ensuring consistent visibility for optimal training.

The region’s cold temperatures maintain excellent snow quality, providing a firm and fast surface ideal for developing racing skills.

Coupled with perfectly groomed runs, 8 Peaks provides a reliable and world-class environment for U10 and U12 ski race training camps.

Race Camp Programs

January 2026

Camp A

Mon 12 to Fri 16 January 2026

¥100,000

per camp

Camp B

Mon 19 to Fri 23 January 2026

¥100,000

per camp

Camp Price Includes

Daily coaching
Daily lunch
Use of hill-space / race course


Camp Price Does Not Include

Accommodation
Lift tickets
Ski equipment & wear
Breakfasts or dinners

Daily Program

8:30am to 3:30pm
Sunday

Evening
Welcome dinner at the Ikenotaira hotel for all families and coaches.

Monday

AM
Intro to camp. Group & individual assessment.

PM
Skills improvement – stance.

Tuesday

AM
Skills improvement – stance & edging.

PM
Skills improvement – edging.

Wednesday

AM
Stubbies / brushes – safety & line.

PM
Japanese culture – local experience.

Thursday

AM
Gates – safety & line.

PM
Skills improvement – timing & tactics.

Friday

AM
Race – fun race with individual & team times.

PM
FUN – team freeski exploration.

Camp Bookings

Email

reservations@8peakssnowsports.com