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!

MT HOLLY THUNDERBOLT RACING 2023

Thunderbolt Racing registration for the 2023 season at Mt Holly is open.
For students K - 12.

PINE KNOB THUNDERBOLT RACING 2023: SOLD OUT

 
  • Registration fills up quickly and we usually only have a limited number of positions for new athletes. 
  • If the program does sell out, the Holiday Race Camp may still be available.

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. 
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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

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.
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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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New Belgium & Bells Adult Race Leagues at
​Mt. Holly and Pine Knob

The New Belgium & Bells Race League will be holding races on Monday Evenings at Mt. Holly, starting January 9, 2023 and Tuesday Evenings at Pine Knob, starting January 10, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. 

Weekly race parties, prizes, and season end Awards Nights included.  Join in on the fun at one or both resorts.

​Race leagues are for all abilities and racers save on lift tickets when they purchase the seven week program.

Skiers and snowboarders are welcome.
Mt Holly registration link coming soon.

Sunday Morning Race Series
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 starts 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. at the Ski School desk
Racing starts at 10:00 a.m.

​*Included with Thunderbolt race programs or $20 per race
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
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)

Monday Night Pine Knob Slalom Sisters

Our 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.
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​Cost: 
$355.00 per person for the program
$75.00 daily drop in per session

Saturday Night Slalom Series at Pine Knob

Compete in the 2022 Saturday Race Series Saturday Evenings at Pine Knob
Join us for the Saturday Night Slalom Series - a three series race held at Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort.
  • Youth Racers: 17 and under
  • Adult Racers: 18 and Older Skiers and Snowboarders
  • Full Slalom Course, World Cup Point Series, Straight Time​
  • Male and Female Divisions: U10, U12, U14, U16, U18, 18-30, 31-49, 50-59 & 60-69
  • Best of 3 Runs based on NASTAR Series Scoring
  • Results will not be announced after race but will be posted on NASTAR.com next day
  • Series T- Shirt included

REGISTRATION DETAILS:

Register for all three races for $85.00 (REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON)
Or choose a $30.00 day drop-in rate for one single race.

Racers must register for the race online at www.NASTAR.com  between 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM (using the same procedure as registering for NASTAR races at Pine Knob).

After receiving race registration confirmation, racers need to proceed to the Pine Knob Ski School between 6:30 and 7:00 PM to pay $30.00 and receive their bib number. 
* No race fees will be received after 7:00 PM
* No bib numbers will be issued after 7:00 PM

Course inspection takes place from 7:00-7:30 PM.

​The race starts at 7:30 PM - best of two runs.

Racers must participate in all three races to qualify for a series trophy after Race 3.
2023 Pine Knob Saturday Race Series Slalom dates
  • January 14
  • January 28
  • February 11

NASTAR Racing

Join us on Saturdays and Sundays at Mt Holly and Pine Knob for NASTAR racing.
Details are here:

2022 RACES

Meet Pine Knob's Thunderbolt Sponsor: Joseph Philip Craig
​Custom Homes

We are grateful to Joseph Philip Craig Custom Homes (JPCraig) as a Thunderbolt Racing (Pine Knob) and Pinnacle Racing sponsor this season. They have a passion for ski racing and outdoor adventure and we are glad to have them on board. 

JPCraig builds beautiful custom homes in Michigan and have been providing a complete build to suit experience for clients for over 40 years. 
ALL RACERS - PLEASE NOTE:
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.
An image of orange skis at the top of a hill, waiting to push forward and about to race down a ski racing hill on snow.
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