The Thunderbolt Racing program offers a large variety of fun options for all levels of ski racers at the Mt. Holly Ski and Snowboard Resort in Holly, Michigan and at the Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort in Clarkston, Michigan.
Programs, camps, leagues, and more for all levels of ski and snowboard racers can be found at both resorts.
Ready for fun? Join us!
Programs, camps, leagues, and more for all levels of ski and snowboard racers can be found at both resorts.
Ready for fun? Join us!
LATEST NEWS & UPDATES
We are looking forward to the 2024-2025 racing season!
Please note that we are making updates as they become available.
Please note that we are making updates as they become available.
REGISTRATION FOR PINE KNOB THUNDERBOLT:
- Returning racers: registration opens October 1-15, 2024
- Waitlisted racers: registration opens October 16-18, 2024
- New racers: registration opens October 19, 2024
Parent/Athlete meetings for the Pine Knob 2025 season have been schedule for Wednesday, December 4, 2024 and Thursday, December 5, 2024 both from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
* REGISTRATION FOR MT. HOLLY THUNDERBOLT: DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED
- Returning racers: registration opens October 1-15, 2024
- Waitlisted racers: registration opens October 16-18, 2024
- New racers: registration opens October 19, 2024
Parent/Athlete meetings for the Pine Knob 2025 season have been schedule for Wednesday, December 4, 2024 and Thursday, December 5, 2024 both from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
* REGISTRATION FOR MT. HOLLY THUNDERBOLT: DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED
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Monday Night Pine Knob Slalom SistersOur Monday night slalom-only race program for women runs for six weeks and starts January 8, 2024 and runs for for six weeks through February 12, 2024. Enjoy fun and camaraderie with an energetic group of women who share a passion for ski racing.
Cost: $365.00 Program price per person $80.00 Daily drop in per session price |
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2024 Junior Development Program:
What is Junior Development? This is a term commonly used in the racing industry to describe youth programs that are designed to take developing skiers to greater levels. Participants receive instruction on racing, moguls, and working on steeper terrain according to their individual skill level. Some programs travel but we do not. We keep it affordable and fun by keeping things close to home. Students demonstrate their skills by competing in the Sunday Race Series.
This six-week Junior Development racing program will begin on January, 3, 4, and 6, 2024, and you can choose Mt. Holly or Pine Knob.
For students K - 8
Registration is open.
This program begins on January 3, January 4, or January 6, 2024 depending on your registration preferences:
MT. HOLLY OPTIONS:
6 sessions / once per week $450
12 sessions / twice per week $550
Daily Drop-In details coming soon
PINE KNOB OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $450
12 sessions / twice per week $550
18 sessions / three times week $650
Daily Drop-In details coming soon
Participants MUST be able to load and unload from a chairlift independently, have at least one year of experience with skiing, and be able to turn and stop in a wedge position.
Our successful and most popular program will remain the same plus all Sunday Morning Race Series are included in the price along with a Thunderbolt t-shirt.
Racers will be grouped by age, ski ability and race experience. We will work on free skiing drills each week for 45 minutes and then be in the gates using gate drills and full courses. We will start with Giant Slalom (larger turns) on week one and alternate between slalom (short turns) and giant slalom.
This six-week Junior Development racing program will begin on January, 3, 4, and 6, 2024, and you can choose Mt. Holly or Pine Knob.
For students K - 8
Registration is open.
This program begins on January 3, January 4, or January 6, 2024 depending on your registration preferences:
MT. HOLLY OPTIONS:
6 sessions / once per week $450
12 sessions / twice per week $550
Daily Drop-In details coming soon
PINE KNOB OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $450
12 sessions / twice per week $550
18 sessions / three times week $650
Daily Drop-In details coming soon
Participants MUST be able to load and unload from a chairlift independently, have at least one year of experience with skiing, and be able to turn and stop in a wedge position.
Our successful and most popular program will remain the same plus all Sunday Morning Race Series are included in the price along with a Thunderbolt t-shirt.
Racers will be grouped by age, ski ability and race experience. We will work on free skiing drills each week for 45 minutes and then be in the gates using gate drills and full courses. We will start with Giant Slalom (larger turns) on week one and alternate between slalom (short turns) and giant slalom.
Register for Mt. Holly Thunderbolt
Register for Pine Knob Thunderbolt: SOLD OUT
Sunday Morning Race Series
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For seven weeks alpine skiers will gather to race . This is our popular Sunday Morning Series where athletes can race in their own age group for single races as well as collect season-long “World Cup” points.
Weekly prizes and medals are awarded to athletes of all ages. Races this year will be expanded to include easy slalom races and a combo if conditions permit. Registration and race day details can be found HERE. |
The Sunday Race Series runs for seven weeks alternating at Mt. Holly, Pine Knob, and Alpine Valley for seven total races.
2024 Schedule: Race #1 ... 1/7/2024 - Pine Knob - Dual GS Race #2 ... 1/14/2024 - Mt Holly - Dual Panel SL Race #3 ... 1/21/2024 - PINE KNOB - Dual GS Race #4 ... 1/28/2024 - Pine Knob - Dual Hero Gate SL Race #5 ... 2/4/2024 - Mt Holly - Dual GS Race #6 ... 2/11/2024 - Alpine Valley - U8/U10 Hero Gate SL & U12/U14 Junior Gate SL Race #7 ... 2/18/2024 - Pine Knob - Dual GS *Included with all race programs or $20 per race. (discounted lift tickets available) |
HOLIDAY CAMPS
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Join one of our popular Holiday Race Camps in late December. Choose the Thunderbolt Race Camp designed to give both competitive and recreational ski racers early season gate training and coaching.
Race camp takes place December 27, 2023 - December 31, 2023 and the cost is $560.00. For students K - 8 Drop in pricing for either camp: 1-day Drop In: $160 2-day Drop In: $320 3-day Drop In: $480 4-day Drop In: $640 Spaces fill up quickly. |
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Participants MUST be able to load and unload from a chairlift independently, have at least one year of experience with skiing, and be able to turn and stop in a wedge position.
2024 RACES
Coming Soon
Meet Pine Knob's Thunderbolt Sponsor: Joseph Philip Craig
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ALL RACERS - PLEASE NOTE:
Helmet and goggles are mandatory.
Racers clearing gates must have a chin guard.
Hand, shin, forearm, and spine guards recommended.
Helmet and goggles are mandatory.
Racers clearing gates must have a chin guard.
Hand, shin, forearm, and spine guards recommended.
Learn about Gate Training
What is Gate Training? Check it out.
Note: All gate racers and those in slalom gate training must have a chin guard.
Note: All gate racers and those in slalom gate training must have a chin guard.
The view from the starting gate at the top of the race hill. An exciting moment!
Embrace new adventures, develop life skills, and enjoy the spirit of community with Thunderbolt Racing.
Gravity is love and every turn is a leap of faith.
- Warren Miller
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CONTACT US
Pine Knob Ski School
[email protected]
Phone: 248-625-0800 ext: 4
Mt Holly Ski School
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Phone: 248-634-3249
[email protected]
Phone: 248-625-0800 ext: 4
Mt Holly Ski School
[email protected]
Phone: 248-634-3249
