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!
New Belgium & Bells Adult Race Leagues at
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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.
2023 Schedule: Race #1 ... 1-8-2023 ... Mt. Holly - GS: CANCELLED Race #2 ... 1-15-2023 ... Pine Knob – Paneled Slalom Race #3 ... 1-22-2023 ... Alpine Valley - GS Race #4 ... 1-29-2023 ... Mt. Holly - Paneled Slalom Race #5 ... 2-5-2023 ... Pine Knob - GS Race #6 ... 2-12-2023 ... Alpine Valley – Paneled Slalom Race #7 ... 2-19-2023 ... Season Championships - TBD *Included with all race programs or $20 per race. (discounted lift tickets available) |
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2023 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 the second week of January and you can choose Mt. Holly or Pine Knob.
Mt Holly: For students K - 12 - limited spaces available
Pine Knob: For Students K - 8 (SOLD OUT)
This program begins on January 4, January 5, or January 7, 2023 depending on your registration preferences:
MT. HOLLY OPTIONS:
6 sessions / once per week $440
12 sessions / twice per week $550
Daily Drop-In details coming soon
TO REGISTER and for any questions, email the Mt Holly Ski School at MHskischool@gmail.com or call 248-634-3249
PINE KNOB OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $440
12 sessions / twice per week $550
18 sessions / three times week $660
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 the second week of January and you can choose Mt. Holly or Pine Knob.
Mt Holly: For students K - 12 - limited spaces available
Pine Knob: For Students K - 8 (SOLD OUT)
This program begins on January 4, January 5, or January 7, 2023 depending on your registration preferences:
MT. HOLLY OPTIONS:
6 sessions / once per week $440
12 sessions / twice per week $550
Daily Drop-In details coming soon
TO REGISTER and for any questions, email the Mt Holly Ski School at MHskischool@gmail.com or call 248-634-3249
PINE KNOB OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $440
12 sessions / twice per week $550
18 sessions / three times week $660
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.
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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 9, 2023 and runs for for six weeks. Enjoy fun and camaraderie with an energetic group of women who share a passion for ski racing.
Cost: $355.00 per person for the program $75.00 daily drop in per session |
2022 RACES
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
pkskischool@gmail.com
Phone: 248-625-0800 ext: 4
Mt Holly Ski School
mhskischool@gmail.com
Phone: 248-634-3249
pkskischool@gmail.com
Phone: 248-625-0800 ext: 4
Mt Holly Ski School
mhskischool@gmail.com
Phone: 248-634-3249
