The Canadian Freestyle Ski Association (CFSA) today announced the launch of CAN Freestyle, a detailed, long-term athlete development model designed to train Freestyle skiers of all ages and abilities in all disciplines of Freestyle skiing.

One of the marquis programs in the new model is FreestylerZ. It will safely deliver skills and thrills to children aged eight years and up, and will build on the revamped RBC Jumps & Bumps program, which teaches entry-level Freestyle skiers from ages six and up.

“The establishment of CAN Freestyle represents the next stage in development for our sport,” said CFSA CEO Peter Judge, who added, “It is a perfect time to be able to implement an initiative such as this. The roll out of this program will allow us to create a very strong base and ensure that we have a strong gene pool to develop Olympic champions for the future. It is also an example of how the CFSA continues to strive for overall system growth through the implementation of best practices within Canadian sport.”

Alex Bilodeau’s gold medal win in Vancouver has already had a tremendous impact in driving interest in Freestyle skiing – particularly in Quebec. The CFSA has been preparing for three years to be ready to capitalize on this type of considerable interest in the freestyle ski disciplines