The Whistler Valley Snowboard Club launches The Academy

Friday August 11, 2006 - The Whistler Valley Snowboard Club (WVSC) is proud to announce the launch of the Whistler Va8lley Snowboard Academy (WVSA), a new program allowing young snowboarders to get the most advanced snowboard coaching while going to school and living at The Academy.

Located in the heart of Whistler, The Academy is prepared to accommodate co-ed students/athletes with single and shared rooms. Everyday, two well/balanced meals plus healthy snacks will be provided and a kitchen will be available at any time. Internet service is provided and students are encouraged to bring their own laptops and any other electronic devices they may want to use. A guardian will always be present to assist in any situation.

As part of the snowboard program, members will have the opportunity to snowboard 100+ days on Whistler Blackcomb Mountains, some of the most incredible terrain in North America. Competitive members will have the opportunity to travel to different mountains throughout the season for Half-pipe, Big Air, Rail Jam and Boardercross competitions. Evening tutoring, as well as, video analysis, video editing and graphic design workshops are included.

Athletes enrolling in WVSA coaching program will have the opportunity to attend Whistler Secondary School as part of their Sports School program for the entire school year or part of the year.

The WVSA will be the first of its kind in Canada with its first session will take place this winter season (2006-2007). Led by Joe McAdoo, WVSA's coaching program will encourage hard work, self-discipline and dedication, providing a solid foundation for success in every aspect of life.

Joe is a former national/international competitor. Joe moved on to Assistant Coach for the Canadian Snowboard Federation Halfpipe Team, followed by Head Coach of the National Development Team. In 2003, Joe joined the WVSC taking charge of all on and off hill training.