Athletics
Freestyle Freeski
Carrabassett Valley Academy is home to one of the nation’s longest-running freestyle programs, supporting athletes driven to excel in this high-flying sport. Our athletes are prepared for success from our Development team, competing locally in USASA events, to our elite FIS team, ascending through U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s Rev Tour, World Cup competitions, and even the prestigious X Games and Olympics.
The CVA Difference
Premier Training Venues
Sugarloaf features five terrain parks and an expanded Whiffletree training zone designed for focused training and high-volume practice. Athletes also train at top domestic and international venues to meet the demands of high-level competition.
Sugarloaf features five terrain parks and an expanded Whiffletree training zone designed for focused training and high-volume practice. Athletes also train at top domestic and international venues to meet the demands of high-level competition.
Optimal Facilities
On campus, athletes train year-round with two Olympic-quality trampolines, a dedicated dry-rail site, and a full winter rail park. These facilities provide ideal environments for fundamentals, air awareness, and advanced progression.
On campus, athletes train year-round with two Olympic-quality trampolines, a dedicated dry-rail site, and a full winter rail park. These facilities provide ideal environments for fundamentals, air awareness, and advanced progression.
Expert Coaching
Head Coach Mark Spinney ’12 brings extensive competitive and industry experience, including NorAms, the Free Flow Tour, Revolution Tour, and Junior Olympics. His coaching approach helps athletes build strong technical foundations while developing confidence, style, and personal vision.
Head Coach Mark Spinney ’12 brings extensive competitive and industry experience, including NorAms, the Free Flow Tour, Revolution Tour, and Junior Olympics. His coaching approach helps athletes build strong technical foundations while developing confidence, style, and personal vision.
Program Pathways
Development Team
Focuses on mastering fundamentals, with athletes competing in USASA events, and progressing toward USASA Nationals.
Focuses on mastering fundamentals, with athletes competing in USASA events, and progressing toward USASA Nationals.
FIS Team
Prepares athletes for international competition with advanced techniques and mental conditioning. Athletes compete in the Futures Tour, Revolution Tour, World Cups, and Junior Worlds, with a pathway toward the X Games and the Olympics.
Prepares athletes for international competition with advanced techniques and mental conditioning. Athletes compete in the Futures Tour, Revolution Tour, World Cups, and Junior Worlds, with a pathway toward the X Games and the Olympics.
Year-Round Training
Fall and Spring terms at CVA provide structured training while supporting academic growth. Off-season programs include:
- Trampoline, airbag, and water ramp training at specialized venues
- Weight and cross-training at the Anti-Gravity Complex
- Pre-season travel to on-snow locations to prepare for competition
- Mental performance training
This year-round approach ensures athletes are physically, technically, and mentally prepared for peak performance.
Start Your Journey
Train in world-class venues, learn from experienced coaches, and join CVA’s long tradition of freestyle excellence. Apply today and take the next step towards your freestyle freeski goals.
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