CDC Race Club UK Sessions
CDC is proud to encourage athlete’s ski skill development whist supporting their academic needs and as such our main focus is on flexible, snow-based training in the form of on-snow training camps and race support + training around the key nation races and FIS. When we aren’t on snow, in order to keep our skills up and our legs strong we offer a regular term-time and holiday development programme at our ‘home’ dry slope - Oakwood Ski Centre in Esher Surrey (https://maps.app.goo.gl/ECT7cRVVown2tdCUA).
Sessions run on Thursdays with 3 sessions to choose from: Development, Performance and Elite so there’s something for everyone!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Training sessions have key goals and exercises and courses set to achieve them. They are diverse, fun and technical.
They include a structured pathway of development from free ski drills, band assisted movements, stubbies, slalom long gates, Pro slalom, small jumps and terrain and head to head racing.
Session 1 - 5pm - 6.15pm Development.
This session is geared towards the younger athletes who love to explore drills and skills and the tactics and technique of racing through STUBBY gates. Athletes must be able to use a poma lift without assistance and be moving to parallel turns. Suggested age U8-U12
Session 2 - 6.15pm - 7.30pm Race.
This session is the transition group between Stubbies and Long gates for experienced athletes looking to learn to hone their skills with cross blocking. U12-U14
Session 3 - 7.30 - 8.45pm Elite.
This is a long gate session only to look at race tweaking for experienced racers. U14-U18
[Please note for Session 2 and 3 priority will be given to racers who sign up to our snow camps. This is to make sure CDC members who ski regularly with us on snow get development pathway transition support on both dry slope and snow]
WHO IS IT FOR?
Unfortunately, term-time training block places are limited and have been oversubscribed the last few terms. In order to avoid fastest finger first booking and give more kids a fair shot at the sessions we are changing how the booking system is working.
We would like to ask interested people to apply for the sessions and priority will be given to active CDC members, those attending snow camps and also giving spaces to people new to the sport. The idea is to be inclusive to all, and give kids a great experience and chance to excel.
We have no idea what the demand will be for this term so encourage you to apply by the 31 July. We will confirm the places by the 5th August. (we will also have a waiting list to allow racers to join sessions when possible).
If you are unsure about which session to book into or are interested in discussing either dry slope training or booking one of our snow camps please get in touch help.cdcperformance@gmail.com and we’d be happy to talk you through the options.
To ski with us you must be a current CDC member (with the exception of trial sessions).
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WHY DRY?
Training on a dry ski slope can be surprisingly beneficial for those new to ski racing and even an experienced ski racer for several key reasons:
1. Technique Refinement
Dry slopes are typically less forgiving than snow, which forces skiers to focus on:
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Precision in turns
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Balance and posture (mistakes are more noticeable)
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Edge control (slippery surfaces require sharper technique)
This makes them excellent for drilling fundamentals.
2. Consistency
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Dry slopes offer consistent surface conditions, unlike snow which varies with weather.
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This allows racers to repeat drills under the same conditions and build muscle memory.
3. Accessibility and Volume
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Dry slopes can be used year-round, allowing for off-season training.
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Skiers can get more runs per hour compared to mountain resorts, especially without lift lines or weather delays.
4. Mental Focus and Discipline
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Mastery of the dry slope requires racers to ski with deliberate control and mental discipline, which translates well to icy race courses.
5. Specialized Training
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Because it’s a controlled environment, coaches can focus on specific elements like line choice, pole planting, or turn initiation without the distractions of changing snow conditions.
Even for experienced racers, dry slope training enhances technique, consistency, and focus. Our philosophy at CDC is that while it can’t fully replace training on snow, it’s a valuable tool for skill development, especially during the off-season and provides a brilliant opportunity for any young skier who is curious about exploring ski racing to give it a try and learn the basics.
Ski Simulator Sessions @ Infiniski
Cranmore School, Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead KT24 6AT
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Infiniski CDC Private Sessions
The hardest edge in ski racing to master is the outside edge of the inside ski.
CDC are delighted to be collaborating with a new indoor Ski Simulator at Infiniski, located at Cranmore School, Epsom Road, West Horsley, Leatherhead KT24 6AT.
CDC have found the ski simulator to really help force athletes into a dynamic position to help both simulate the symmetry and power over both edges of on snow skiing. With high intensity and breaks needed, three athletes will share an hour time slot which will be divided into on machine effort, building angles with bands and resting. We will be providing coaching and video.
We are excited to start this new collaboration after huge success in our Ski Simulator sessions at The Sky Gym last winter.