Bobsleigh Sport Programs
The Whistler Sliding Centre is working closely with the BC Bobsleigh & Skeleton Association to provide bobsleigh programming to local and provincial athletes, from introductory first touch programs to regular training as a development/competitive or recreational club athlete. Those that do not want to commit to piloting a bobsleigh just yet are welcome to get into the sport as a brakeman/brakewoman.
A clear pathway (see table below) leads bobsleigh pilots through their progression levels.
BOBSLEIGH PILOT OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE SLIDING DEVELOPMENT CENTRE: | |
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INTRODUCTORY |
First-touch, one-session programs such as Discover Bobsleigh. Athletes are familiarized with the sport of bobsleigh with actual on-ice sliding. |
PILOT SCHOOL |
Winter season program (November to March), with three schools being offered per season. Learn the basic skills needed to begin piloting a bobsleigh and working towards being a competitive bobsleigh pilot. |
CLUB SLIDING / |
Winter season program (November to March). For both competitive and non-competitive pilots. Sliding sessions available three to five times/week. Season pass, 10-time pass or drop in available. Equipment rental available. International athlete options available. |
NATIONAL Team |
Athletes must have world-class abilities to be selected to these teams (selection is directed by Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton). |