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!
Saturday Night Slalom Series at Pine Knob
Compete in the 2022 Saturday Race Series Saturday Evenings at Pine Knob
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Join us for the Saturday Night Slalom Series - a three series race held at Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSEDRace time is 7:00 p.m. but we will get started closer to 6:30 p.m. if the situation permits.
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2022 Pine Knob Saturday Race Series Slalom dates
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Saugatuck Brewing Adult Race Leagues at
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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 14, 2022 and runs for for six weeks. Enjoy fun and camaraderie with an energetic group of women who share a passion for ski racing.
Cost: $350.00 per person. |
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.
Weekly prizes and medals are awarded to athletes of all ages. The first gathering occurs at Pine Knob and then will alternate with Mt. Holly for a total of seven races. Races this year will be expanded to include easy slalom races and a combo if conditions permit. Races begin January 9, 2022 with races alternating between two locations, Pine Knob and Mt. Holly. Registration begins at 9 am and Race starts at 10 am. *Included with all race programs or $15 per race |
The Sunday Race Series runs for seven weeks beginning at Pine Knob and alternating with Mt. Holly for seven total races. This year we will be adding easy slalom races and a combi if conditions permit.
2022 Schedule: Race #1 ... 1-9-2022 ... Pine Knob - GS Race #2 ... 1-16-2022 ... Mt. Holly - GS Race #3 ... 1-23-2022 ... Pine Knob - GS Race #4 ... 1-30-2022 ... Mt. Holly - Paneled Slalom Race #5 ... 2-6-2022 ... Pine Knob - GS Race #6 ... 2-13-2022 ... Mt. Holly - GS Race #7 ... 2-20-2022 ... Pine Knob (Season Championships) - Paneled Slalom *Included with all race programs or $15 per race. (discounted lift tickets available) Registration starts at 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. at the Ski School desk Racing starts at 10:00 a.m. |
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!
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2022 Junior Development Program: SOLD OUT
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. This is our base level of commitment for skiers of all abilities and race experience. It is intended for ages 6 through middle school - Grades K - 8. Our popular program includes all Sunday Morning Race Series and participants receive a Thunderbolt tee shirt.
This program begins on January 5, January 6, or January 8 depending on your registration preferences:
MT. HOLLY OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $400
12 sessions / twice per week $500
Daily Drop-In $85
PINE KNOB OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $400 - SOLD OUT
12 sessions / twice per week $500 - SOLD OUT
18 sessions / three times week $600 - SOLD OUT
Daily Drop-In $85 - SOLD OUT
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. This is our base level of commitment for skiers of all abilities and race experience. It is intended for ages 6 through middle school - Grades K - 8. Our popular program includes all Sunday Morning Race Series and participants receive a Thunderbolt tee shirt.
This program begins on January 5, January 6, or January 8 depending on your registration preferences:
MT. HOLLY OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $400
12 sessions / twice per week $500
Daily Drop-In $85
PINE KNOB OPTIONS: SOLD OUT
6 sessions / once per week $400 - SOLD OUT
12 sessions / twice per week $500 - SOLD OUT
18 sessions / three times week $600 - SOLD OUT
Daily Drop-In $85 - SOLD OUT
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.
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
