Picture yourself as this pilot and brakeman getting ready to have gravity take over their $30,000.00 bobsleigh at the Olympic bobsleigh track at Canada Olympic Park. Its an adrenalin rush like no other! For more information regarding the history, about the sleds themselves and the athletes click here Bobsleigh, What its all about!
Foothills Bobsleigh provides an opportunity for individuals of both genders ages 16 to 21 years of age to be part of the exciting sport of bobsleigh. In conjunction with our provincial governing body, specific programs for this age distribution are being designed and put in place to provide them an opportunity to become a part of the sport of bobsleigh as a recreational or competitive slider or as an official. There are no set physical requirements* only that the person has an interest in the sport. Active sliding sessions, off ice training either in season or off season in the weight room or the ICE House at Canada Olympic park supervised by a professional coaching staff are available. Competitions for and against similar aged individuals are held at Olympic sliding track at Canada Olympic Park. If you wish to become part of the exciting sport of bobsleigh get in contact with one of our executive by email or contact our provincial governing body the Alberta Bobsleigh association slide@albertabobsleigh.com
*Note: If you or maybe a parent have some reservations about participation in the sport of bobsleigh, we encourage you to consult your physician! Bobsledding involves the lifting and pushing of sleds!
Foothills Bobsleigh provides an opportunity for individuals of both genders ages 16 to 21 years of age to be part of the exciting sport of bobsleigh. In conjunction with our provincial governing body, specific programs for this age distribution are being designed and put in place to provide them an opportunity to become a part of the sport of bobsleigh as a recreational or competitive slider or as an official. There are no set physical requirements* only that the person has an interest in the sport. Active sliding sessions, off ice training either in season or off season in the weight room or the ICE House at Canada Olympic park supervised by a professional coaching staff are available. Competitions for and against similar aged individuals are held at Olympic sliding track at Canada Olympic Park. If you wish to become part of the exciting sport of bobsleigh get in contact with one of our executive by email or contact our provincial governing body the Alberta Bobsleigh association slide@albertabobsleigh.com
*Note: If you or maybe a parent have some reservations about participation in the sport of bobsleigh, we encourage you to consult your physician! Bobsledding involves the lifting and pushing of sleds!
Participating Member ;Youth Active Slider; This membership is designed for those athletes 16 to 21 who wish to actively take part in sliding during the season at the recreational or competitive level. Participating members have full voting priviliges at annual meetings. Membership for the season runs from September to September. There will be two categories of youth active sliders, pilots and brakeman. Brakeman who become pilots during a season will not have to incur the additional cost of the fee for that season only. The membership fee includes membership to Alberta Bobsleigh and Bobsleigh Canada and insurance as necessary to slide at Canada Olympic park*. Also active sliders get the opportunity to utilize the equipment the club has in its inventory including 2 man and 4 man bobsleighs (see Bobsleigh rentals for pictures of the sleds) and runners. Equipment is assigned to members based upon number of years in the club, driving ability as it pertains to pilots and availability of equipment.
Participating Member ;Official; This membership is designed for officials 16 to 21 years of age who do not actively take part in sliding but contribute to the club through their various functions. Officials and/or coaches have full voting privileges at annual meetings. Membership for the season which runs September to September. The membership fee includes membership to Alberta Bobsleigh and Bobsleigh Canada and insurance as necessary to volunteer at Canada Olympic park*.
Supporting Associate Member; A supporting associate member 16 to 21 years of age who does not participate in the association as a coach, official or active slider. This membership is set aside for individuals who wish to support the association in other ways but still remain members of the club. Membership for the season will run September to September.
MEMBERSHIP FEES 2017-18
Active Sliders Youth Pilot $200.00
Youth brakeman $50.00
Officials $5.00
* Canada Olympic Park requires those individuals under the age of 18 who will either participate as a active slider or a an official to have their waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Note: Membership forms for Foothills Bobsleigh and Alberta Bobsleigh are ONLY available from the Alberta Bobleigh Association at the Bob Niven Training center at Canada Olympic Park. Memberships must be paid in either exact cash for by cheque.
Participating Member ;Official; This membership is designed for officials 16 to 21 years of age who do not actively take part in sliding but contribute to the club through their various functions. Officials and/or coaches have full voting privileges at annual meetings. Membership for the season which runs September to September. The membership fee includes membership to Alberta Bobsleigh and Bobsleigh Canada and insurance as necessary to volunteer at Canada Olympic park*.
Supporting Associate Member; A supporting associate member 16 to 21 years of age who does not participate in the association as a coach, official or active slider. This membership is set aside for individuals who wish to support the association in other ways but still remain members of the club. Membership for the season will run September to September.
MEMBERSHIP FEES 2017-18
Active Sliders Youth Pilot $200.00
Youth brakeman $50.00
Officials $5.00
* Canada Olympic Park requires those individuals under the age of 18 who will either participate as a active slider or a an official to have their waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Note: Membership forms for Foothills Bobsleigh and Alberta Bobsleigh are ONLY available from the Alberta Bobleigh Association at the Bob Niven Training center at Canada Olympic Park. Memberships must be paid in either exact cash for by cheque.