Glenshee Performance Squad

GPS TRAINING & RACE - BLOCK 3 WEEK 4

2011-03-24T21:10:00.003Z

Well everyone, this is it. The last weekend of a great 3 block season. Well done to everyone that's taken part in GPS training since January. Hope you've all enjoyed it.

This weekend there's still good snow for us to run and there's the added bonus of the GPS club race during the day. See the post from earlier in the week (below) for more information on this.

Good luck to all those entering the John Clark.

Have fun

Becs

Rookie Instructor Course - Aberdeen Snowsports Centre

2011-03-22T12:08:00.005Z

Click here for details on an instructor course through Aberdeen Snowsports Centre.

Get your wax dusted off as GPS will be holding a Club Race on Sunday 27th March 2011

2011-03-20T22:29:00.006Z

Open to all current/past GPS trainees and club members the provisional programme is as follows:

9-9.30am registration in the Club Hut (for current GPS groups).

11.30am-12 noon further registration open at Cairnwell Cafe.

1pm- Course inspection.

1.30pm - 1st run followed immediately by second run.

The race is open to skiers and boarders. Categories will be:

Bairns 1 (Yob from 2002)
Bairns 2 (2000-2001)
Children 1 (1998-1999)
Children 2 (1996-1997)
Juniors (1992-1995)
Seniors up to age 44
Masters from age 45

Medals will be awarded for male and female in each category above. There will be small prizes for winners.

After the race we will have a prizegiving/hut party back at the Club Hut to celebrate another great season - and two complete seasons without missing a single Sunday!

Check back later in the week for more details and updates on conditions.

Cheers

Becs

GPS TRAINING - WEEK 3 BLOCK 3

2011-03-17T19:18:00.003Z

More snow means more training, so make sure you're all ready to go on Sunday morning as training is on.

Good luck to the guys and girls heading to Cairngorm this weekend, have fun!

Becs

GPS TRAINING - BLOCK 3 WEEK 2

2011-03-10T19:41:00.001Z

The hill's seen some more snow this week so training will run this Sunday.

Please ensure you arrive in time to meet with your coach and have your lift pass at the ready.

Cheers

Becs

GPS TRAINING - BLOCK 3 WEEK 1

2011-03-03T21:37:00.003Z

Well the snow's still with us so we're good to go for the weekends training.

Please ensure you arrive in time to meet with your coach and have your lift pass at the ready.

Cheers

Becs

Andrew Matthew shredding Glenshee!

2011-03-02T20:13:00.002Z

Ok, so I pinched the title!! but click here for the article in Faction.

Andrew Matthew (son of our very own coach Ewen Matthew) dropped by at Glenshee last weekend to help out with some top tips and showed us he's back on his skis following his horrible crash at the World Champs. Thanks to Andrew for giving us his time and we hope to see him competing again soon.

GPS TRAINING - WEEK 4 BLOCK 2

2011-02-24T23:05:00.002Z

Hi all

Training will run this weekend so make sure you're all in the relevant meeting place for the last session of Block 2!

The Saturday race group will meet as usual at 9.20am at the Glenshee Shop.

All Sunday groups to meet at the Club Hut at 9.20am to meet up with their coaches.

Please make sure you have your lift pass before you head to the hut.

Block 3 is starting next week so if you're wanting to sign up, make sure you let your club rep know asap so we count you in!

Finally, good luck to the girls and guys heading off to Cairngorm this weekend to take part in the CSC Open Championships. Hope it goes well!

Cheers

Bec

GPS TRAINING - WEEK 3 BLOCK 2

2011-02-17T21:15:00.001Z

Hi everyone

The snow just keeps on coming so training will of course run this weekend.

The Saturday race group will meet as usual at 9.20am at the Glenshee Shop.

All Sunday groups to meet at the Club Hut at 9.20am to meet up with their coaches.

Please make sure you have your lift pass before you head to the hut.

Just a reminder that Block 3 will beginning in 2 weeks so if you want to sign up and guarantee your place then let your club rep know asap.

Cheers

Bec

GPS TRAINING - WEEK 2 BLOCK 2

2011-02-10T21:20:00.000Z

Hi all

Just to confirm that training will run this weekend.

The Saturday race group will meet as usual at 9.20am at the Glenshee Shop.

All Sunday groups to meet at the Club Hut at 9.20am to meet up with their coaches.

Please make sure you have your lift pass before you head to the hut.

Have fun!

Cheers

Bec

BLOCK 2 - 5th/6th FEBRUARY 2011 - Week 1

2011-02-03T17:30:00.003Z

Hi everyone

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE MASTERS GROUP WILL NOT BE RUNNING IN THIS BLOCK. THANKS

Just to confirm that the plan is for training to run as normal this weekend. However, as you will be aware, the forecast and the conditions are changing rapidly so please keep checking back before Sat/Sun in case we have to make any last minute decisions.

The John Clark Race has been postponed and so the Saturday race group will meet as usual at 9.20am at the Glenshee Shop.

All Sunday groups to meet at the Club Hut at 9.20am to meet up with their coaches.

Please make sure you have your lift pass before you head to the hut.

Any new trainees for this block, please ensure you are at the Club Hut (under the Sunnyside chair) by 9.15am in order to be allocated to your group.

Have fun!

Cheers

Bec

GPS TRAINING - 29th/30th JANUARY - WEEK 4

2011-01-27T22:35:00.002Z

Hi everyone

Just to confirm that training will run ahead as normal this weekend.

The race at the Lecht has been cancelled and so the Saturday race group will meet as usual at 9.20am at the Glenshee Shop.

All Sunday groups to meet at the Club Hut at 9.20am to meet up with their coaches.

Please make sure you have your lift pass before you head to the hut.

If you haven't already, please confirm to your ski club GPS rep whether you will be taking part in the next block of GPS training which starts (snow permitting) on Sat 5th/Sun 6th February.

Cheers

Bec

22nd/23rd JANUARY - GPS TRAINING WEEK 3

2011-01-20T20:06:00.003Z

Hi all

Training is running this weekend so make sure you're there nice and early. Please see the updated Group Lists below.

LECHT BAIRNS RACE - 22nd JAN 2011
The following trainees have entered the Bairns race at the Lecht. Euan Robertson will be there to coach you through the day. Please meet him at 8.30am outside the Gordon Ski Club Hut at the Lecht.
For those who don't usually take part in the Saturday GPS training group, there will be an extra charge of £20 each for the coach support. Please pay this to your ski club contact as normal. GOOD LUCK !

Cameron Lawrence
Arran Milne
Lee McGibbon
Hannah Gray
William Gray
Thomas Gray
Alexander Geekie
Tommy Cockburn
Rory Cameron

SAT 22nd JAN - Race Group - MEET AT 9.20am at the Glenshee Ski Centre Shop. Training will run from 9.30am until 12.00pm and then 12.30pm until 3.00pm. Ensure you have your lift pass before you meet at the shop.

Group
Liam Pogson
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Aleysha Rattray
Grant Meston
Cameron Lawrence *Attending Lecht Bairns race

SUNDAY 23rd JAN

Arrive at the Ski Club Hut with your lift pass at 9.15am. Groups will then be allocated to their coach for the day. Groups will leave promptly at 9.30am so please don't be late or you may be left behind!

Training times - Morning session = 9.30am -12.00pm. Afternoon Session = 12.30pm - 3.00pm. Trainees must be supervised by parents/guardians over the lunch time (12.00pm until 12.30pm).

GROUPS

Group Black/Green - Please note this group will be split into 3 groups on Sunday during the session
Hannah Gray
Ella Peters
Ailsa Peters
Lachlan Peters
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Aleysha Rattray
Liam Pogson
Blair Fraser
Grant Meston
Amy Ryan
Robert McIntosh
James Hubbard
Arran Milne
Ailsa Lawrence
Cameron Wood
Lucy Grant
Freddie Kempton
Robert McGee
Tommy Cockburn
Tilly Jarvis
Jemima Morgan
Helen Gloistein

Group Red
William Gray
Charlotte Hubbard
Sam Hubbard
Harmony Milne
Cameron Lawrence
Erin Cattanach
Eilidh Welsh

Group Yellow
Hannah Oosterhoorn
Alisdair Soppitt
Andrew Soppitt
Christopher Currie
Mhairi Welsh
Sean Foreman
Saschia Foreman

Group Brown
Matthew McKenzie
Alexander Geekie
Sarah McIntosh
Brodie Craig
Kirsten Knight
Calum Smith
Calum Seivwright
Scott Sellers
Liam Donaldson

Group Blue
Fergus Wood
Fraser Wood
Angus Wood
Dillon Phillip
Eoghan Oosterhoorn
David Cattanach
Hamish Derkie
Aidan Cummins

Group Orange
Thomas Gray
Caragh Welsh
Lee McGibbon
Harriet Gledson
Jono Tosh
Garth Tosh
Cameron Cox
Sasha Hill

Group White
Aria Lam
Tom Ryan
Murdo Inglis
Cameron Murray
Glen McPherson
Rory Calvin
Joe Davidson
Rachel Sellers

Group Purple
Susannah Morris
Rosie Morris
Bethany Thomson
Florence Soppitt
Hannah Murray
Rosie Calvin
Bernadette McElhinney
Maria McElhinney
Katie Grant

Group Grey
Oliver Till
Christina Cox
Cameron Neilson
Corrin Neilson
Douglas Currie
Brodie Barker
Avery Belman
Clare Belman
Katie Strachan

Pre-Instructor Group
Daniel Brodie
Calum Pogson
Catriona Ferguson
Duncan Pogson
Anna Brodie
Ewen Matthew

Masters Group - Morning only - Meet at 9.20am at Ski Club Hut with your lift pass and training will run from 9.30am until 12.00pm
Mags Pogson
Angie Brodie
Mike Grant
Claire Murray
Christine Ferguson
Penny Crawford
Dave Till
Brian Smith
Barry McKenzie
Gillian Morris

15th/16th JANUARY 2011 - GPS WEEK 2

2011-01-13T13:54:00.003Z

Hi all

Training is running this weekend so make sure you're there nice and early ready to go for some more great sessions. Please see the updated Group Lists below.

LECHT BAIRNS RACE - Saturday 22nd Jan - LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION. CAN ANYONE INTERESTED IN REGISTERING FOR THE BAIRNS RACE AT THE LECHT PLEASE CONTACT GORDON RATTRAY A.S.A.P (VIA YOUR CLUB REP). THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER.

SAT 15th JAN - Race Group - MEET AT 9.20am at the Glenshee Ski Centre Shop. Training will run from 9.30am until 12.00pm and then 12.30pm until 3.00pm. Ensure you have your lift pass before you meet at the shop.

Group
Liam Pogson
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Aleysha Rattray
Grant Meston
Cameron Lawrence

SUNDAY 16th JAN

Arrive at the Ski Club Hut with your lift pass at 9.15am. Groups will then be allocated to their coach for the day. Groups will leave promptly at 9.30am so please don't be late or you may be left behind!

Training times - Morning session = 9.30am -12.00pm. Afternoon Session = 12.30pm - 3.00pm. Trainees must be supervised by parents/guardians over the lunch time (12.00pm until 12.30pm).

GROUPS

Group Black/Green - Please note this group will be split into 3 groups on Sunday during the session
Hannah Gray
Ella Peters
Ailsa Peters
Lachlan Peters
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Aleysha Rattray
Liam Pogson
Blair Fraser
Grant Meston
Amy Ryan
Robert McIntosh
James Hubbard
Arran Milne
Ailsa Lawrence
Cameron Wood
Lucy Grant
Freddie Kempton
Robert McGee
Tommy Cockburn
Tilly Jarvis
Jemima Morgan

Group Red
William Gray
Charlotte Hubbard
Sam Hubbard
Harmony Milne
Cameron Lawrence
Erin Cattanach
Eilidh Welsh

Group Yellow
Hannah Oosterhoorn
Alisdair Soppitt
Andrew Soppitt
Christopher Currie
Mhairi Welsh

Group Brown
Brodie Barker
Alexander Geekie
Sarah McIntosh
Brodie Craig
Kirsten Knight
Calum Smith
Calum Seivwright
Scott Sellers
Liam Donaldson

Group Blue
Fergus Wood
Fraser Wood
Angus Wood
Dillon Phillip
Eoghan Oosterhoorn
David Cattanach
Hamish Derkie
Aidan Cummins

Group Orange
Thomas Gray
Caragh Welsh
Lee McGibbon
Harriet Gledson
Jono Tosh
Garth Tosh
Cameron Cox
Sasha Hill

Group White
Aria Lam
Tom Ryan
Murdo Inglis
Cameron Murray
Glen McPherson
Rory Calvin
Joe Davidson
Rachel Sellers

Group Purple
Susannah Morris
Rosie Morris
Bethany Thomson
Florence Soppitt
Hannah Murray
Rosie Calvin
Bernadette McElhinney
Maria McElhinney
Katie Grant

Group Grey
Oliver Till
Christina Cox
Cameron Neilson
Corrin Neilson
Douglas Currie
Matthew McKenzie
Avery Belman
Clare Belman
Katie Strachan

Pre-Instructor Group
Daniel Brodie
Calum Pogson
Catriona Ferguson
Duncan Pogson
Anna Brodie
Ewen Matthew

Masters Group - Morning only - Meet at 9.20am at Ski Club Hut with your lift pass and training will run from 9.30am until 12.00pm
Mags Pogson
Angie Brodie
Mike Grant
Claire Murray
Christine Ferguson
Penny Crawford
Dave Till
Brian Smith
Barry McKenzie
Gillian Morris

8th/9th JAN - GPS TRAINING STARTS

2011-01-06T18:52:00.004Z

Dear All

Great news is we're good to go this weekend (Sat 8th/Sun 9th Jan). Please see below for the details regarding the first weekend and also the provisional groupings. The groups will be subject to change during the day at the discretion of the coaches.

SAT 8th JAN - Race Group - MEET AT 9.25am at the Glenshee Ski Centre Shop. Training will run from 9.30am until 12.00pm and then 12.30pm until 3.00pm. Ensure you have your lift pass before you meet at the shop.

Group
Liam Pogson
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Aleysha Rattray
Grant Meston
Scott Sellers
Rachel Sellers

SUNDAY 9th JAN

Arrive at the Ski Club Hut (under the sunnyside chair lift) with your lift pass between 8.45am and 9.00am. You will need a parent/guardian to sign a disclaimer form and will be collecting a gilet (while stocks last) before training starts. Groups will then be allocated to their coach for the day. Some groups may change thoroughout the day at the discretion of the coaches.

Training times - Morning session = 9.30am -12.00pm. Afternoon Session = 12.30pm - 3.00pm. Trainees must be supervised by parents/guardians over the lunch time (12.00pm until 12.30pm).

GROUPS

Group Black
Hannah Gray
Ella Peters
Ailsa Peters
Lachlan Peters
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Aleysha Rattray
Liam Pogson
Blair Fraser

Group Green
Robert McIntosh
James Hubbard
Arran Milne
Ailsa Lawrence
Cameron Wood
Lucy Grant
Anna Brodie
Liam Donaldson
Freddie Kempton

Group Red
Sasha Hill
William Gray
Charlotte Hubbard
Sam Hubbard
Harmony Milne
Cameron Lawrence
Erin Cattanach
Eilidh Welsh
Tommy Cockburn

Group Yellow
Mhairi Welsh
Jemima Morgan
Katie Grant
Hannah Oosterhoorn
Alisdair Soppitt
Andrew Soppitt
Christopher Currie
Wallace Gillan

Group Brown
Brodie Barker
Alexander Geekie
Sarah McIntosh
Brodie Craig
Amy Ryan
Grant Meston
Kirsten Knight
Calum Smith

Group Blue
Fergus Wood
Fraser Wood
Angus Wood
Dillon Phillip
Eoghan Oosterhoorn
David Cattanach
Hamish Derkie
Aidan Cummins

Group Orange
Thomas Gray
Caragh Welsh
Lee McGibbon
Harriet Gledson
Katie Strachan
Jono Tosh
Garth Tosh
Cameron Cox

Group White
Aria Lam
Tom Ryan
Murdo Inglis
Cameron Murray
Glen McPherson
Rory Calvin
Joe Davidson

Group Purple
Avery Belman
Clare Belman
Bethany Thomson
Florence Soppitt
Hannah Murray
Rosie Calvin
Bernadette McElhinney
Maria McElhinney

Group Grey
Oliver Till
Christina Cox
Cameron Neilson
Corrin Neilson
Douglas Currie
Matthew McKenzie
Susannah Morris
Rosie Morris

Pre-Instructor Group
Daniel Brodie
Calum Pogson
Catriona Ferguson
Duncan Pogson

Masters Group - Morning only - Meet at 9.20am at Ski Club Hut with your lift pass and training will run from 9.30am until 12.00pm
Mags Pogson
Angie Brodie
Mike Grant
Claire Murray
Christine Ferguson
Penny Crawford
Dave Till
Brian Smith

See you all on Sunday.

Cheers

Becs
GPS Secretary

2011 Training !

2011-01-03T21:47:00.002Z

Happy New Year!

Check back on Thursday 6th January for confirmation and plans for the start of Block 1.

Please note that GPS will be based at the refurbed ski club hut underneath the Sunnyside Chair. Please allow enough time to get up to the hut and ensure that you have your ticket before you arrive as all groups will meet and depart for training from the hut itself.

Gilets will be handed out on Sunday morning before training. Please note that due to the increased numbers of trainees some trainees may not get a gilet on Sunday. We have ordered more but they not arrive in time. All trainees will get one in due course. If you still have a gilet from last year, please bring it back and resign for it. All trainees must have a parent/guardian sign for their gilet again so we can cross check numbers etc.

Hope you've all managed a few practice days skiing ahead of this season! Look forward to another great programme of training.

Cheers

Becs

GPS TRAINING - FINAL SUNDAY - 21st MARCH

2010-03-18T20:18:00.003Z

Well we've made it to the end of the season and it's been one with some great snow.

So we've one more Sunday to go and all groups will run as normal. Please make sure you're at the Sport Anyway building with your lift pass 10 minutes before your session (9.20am) so you're there and ready for registration and to meet your coach.

As this is the last week, I will be in the Sport Anyway building at 3pm for about half an hour to collect as many gilets as possible. Can you please pop back in when you finish your session and hand in your gilet to me. I will have a list to cross you off so make sure you hand it in to me personally. If I'm not there, please do not just leave your gilet in the hut. You can give it to your club rep and they will get it back to me.

Cheers
Becs

6th March Race Times

2010-03-15T21:23:00.002Z

Hello,

The race times in overall order can be found here. These times include all racers from all clubs.

Mark

GPS TRAINING _ BLOCK 3 - 14th MARCH 2010

2010-03-11T20:43:00.002Z

Hi All

Well for the first time in GPS's history we're into a third block!

Please note that the Saturday groups will not run this weekend or next weekend.

Sunday 14th March

All groups will run. Please make sure you're at the Sport Anyway building with your lift pass 10 minutes before your session (9.20am) so you're there and ready for registration and to meet your coach.

If there's any more Bairns (DOB 1999 or later) who are interested in going to the Bairns Bucket at Cairngorm on Saturday 20th March, we are sending Euan our race coach to look after you all. Please enter via the Snowsportscotland website here and email me to let me know you're going so we can tell Euan to expect you!

Have fun!

6th March - NEW TIMINGS

2010-03-02T13:51:00.002Z

Hello All,

The planned race will now go ahead on 6th March, sorry for the confusion. However there will be no dinner at the Cafe.

Racers need to register with their clubs, and meet at 2pm at the finish hut on the Cairnwell Race Track. there is a race going on prior to our race so beware of racers using the course.

Also any racers planning to enter the Bairns Bucket race at Cairngorm, can you please let the GPS secretary that you are going so that we can coordinate coach support. Also any children planning to race in North east Childrens, or the Scottish Childrens Race, again let us know so that we can guage interest for coach support.

Mark

6th March - Cancelled

2010-02-28T21:07:00.002Z

Dear All,

Unfortunately we have had to cancel the race/dinner on 6th March. The committee will look into the possibility of rescheduling this event. We will keep you informed.

The next block (two weeks only) will start on 14th March. Trainees need to confirm with their club reps their attendance for this block, as soon as possible.

Mark
GPS Chairman

GPS TRAINING - 20th/21st FEBRUARY 2010

2010-02-18T19:57:00.004Z

Just a quick note to say that all training will run as normal this weekend. Please make sure you're at the Sport Anyway building with your lift pass 10 minutes before your session is due to start. Any Klammer, Zurbriggen or Mickel trainees wanting to take part in Saturday afternoon's freestyle session with Group Raich, don't forget to be at the Sport Anyway building at 12.15pm with your £15 to give to Ben.

Cheers

Becs

GPS UPDATE

2010-02-17T11:26:00.004Z

Well folks, this is just to update you all on a few things which are happening over the next few weeks.

This weekend sees the last session for Block 2 for the Sunday groups. After this there will then be a 2 week break before the start of the next block. However, due to school holidays the third block will only be for 2 weeks starting on 13th/14th March 2010.

As the Saturday blocks are only on week 2 this week, they will also have a 2 week break after this weekend and then finish their block the two weeks starting 13th March.

This Weekend
Saturday's Group Raich this week will be run by our Freestyle expert coaches who will focus the session on the techniques and skills behind real freestyle skiing. In addition to Group Raich trainees the session is also open as a one off to any trainees from Groups Klammer, Zurbriggen and Mickel at a cost of £15.00 for the afternoon. Cash only on the day, payable to Ben before the session. Any trainees from these groups wishing to take part should arrive at 12.15pm at the Sport Anyway building.

Sunday
All groups will be running as normal but an extra treat is in store for everyone. Our Freestyle experts will be putting on a demonstration during the day and each group will get to go over to the demonstration to watch this fantastic display.

One final heads up is a date for your diary. It is planned that on Saturday 6th March GPS will run a night race on Claybokie followed by a prize giving and dinner in the Cafe. All GPS club members can take part and it would be great to see as many of you as possible. We will need numbers before the event and there will be a charge for the dinner. More details to follow...

Cheers

Becs

THIS WEEKEND - 13th/14th FEBRUARY

2010-02-05T14:32:00.004Z

Hi Everyone

Well, the snow's still here and so we're good to go again this weekend.

Saturday groups - this is the beginning of your second block. Arrangements as per the previous block.

Sunday groups - arrangements as per last week.

Please make sure that you are all at the Sport Anyway building with your lift pass 10 mins before your session is due to start in order to meet your coach and register for the day's training.

Have fun,

Becs

THIS WEEKEND - 6th/7th FEBRUARY

2010-02-04T14:24:00.004Z

JOHN CLARK/EAST OF SCOTLAND CHILDRENS CHAMPIONSHIPS - GLENSHEE SAT/SUN

For those trainees who have entered the above race this coming weekend the registration and rules of the race can be found here.

GPS trainees should meet the GPS Coach, Euan Robertson, at 8.15am at the Sport Anyway building on both Saturday and Sunday. Please wear your GPS gilet as normal when you're not racing.

Good Luck!!

WEEKEND GPS TRAINING

Just to confirm that both Saturday groups (Raich and Stenmark) will NOT run this weekend.

All Sunday groups will run as normal. Please ensure you're at the Sport Anyway building by 9.20am with your lift pass to meet with your coach and register for the day.

Becs

2010-01-28T19:59:00.003Z

NORTH EAST CHILDRENS RACE - LECHT SAT/SUN

For those trainees who have entered the above race at the Lecht Bairns this coming weekend the registration and rules of the race can be found here.

GPS trainees should meet the GPS Coach, Euan Robertson, at 8.30am outside the Gordon Skiers Hut on both Saturday and Sunday. Please wear your GPS gilet as normal when you're not racing.

Good Luck!!

WEEKEND GPS TRAINING

Just to confirm that all groups will run this weekend.

Please ensure you're at the Sport Anyway building by 9.20am (Group Raich 12.20pm) to meet with your coach and register for the day.

NEW TRAINEES - You'll need to pick up and sign for a gilet on Sunday morning before your session starts so please come to the SportAnyway building between 9.00am and 9.15am for this. You'll need a parent/guardian to sign for your gilet and don't forget to get your lift pass before then so that you're all ready meet your coach at 9.20am.

See you Sunday

Becs

GPS Race Report

2010-01-25T22:06:00.002Z

Hello Everyone,

I hope you all enjoyed the race on Sunday, even though the sunshine didn’t stay out for that long. The results in category order can be found by clicking HERE. It was really good to see everyone giving it a go, even those that didn’t seem so keen at first, and there were some very good performances by those who have been training for a number of years. There was also a great turnout from other club members, we had nearly 70 racers through the course.

A big thank you to Ben for pisting the course and freezing at the start gate, Becs for doing the timing, Mags, Angie, Christine and Farky for helping to set the course up and Stuart for being our solitary gate keeper. GPS would also like to thank the following who donated prizes: Mike Grant, Island Leisure Lodges, Glenshee Ski Centre and Craigdon Mountain Sports.

For those of you who have got the racing bug, the John Clark/East of Scotland Childrens Championships will be held at Glenshee over the weekend 6/7 February. It is open to all, even those who are not registered for seed points. Please find the entry forms on the Snowsport Scotland site.

For those a bit older, the Scottish Masters Championships will be held over the weekend of 13/14 March, you need to be over 30, and there is sometimes a free training day on the Friday, this is a very relaxed event open to all and is good fun. Again look on the Snowsports Scotland site for more info.

The second block of training starts on Sunday, of which more news will follow this week. If you still have a race bib from Sunday, please can you return it on Sunday morning to Becs at registration.

Mark
GPS Chairman

GPS TRAINING/RACE 23rd/24th JANUARY

2010-01-21T19:58:00.003Z

Hi All

The programme for the weekend is as follows:

SATURDAY 23rd JANUARY

Group Stenmark and Group Raich will run as normal. Please meet your coach at the Sport Anyway building 10mins before your session is due to start.

SUNDAY 24th JANUARY

All GPS trainees and all other club members wishing to race in the afternoon GPS race should register and collect a race bib from me and the team at the Sport Anyway building between 8.45am and 9.15am. Anyone planning on racing must ensure they register and collect a bib or they won't be eligible to race.

Trainees - your morning session will run as normal from 9.30am so ensure you have your lift pass and are ready to go prior to race registration. Please wear your race bib underneath your gilet for the morning session. Your gilet and your race bib are your responsibility for the day so please take care of them both.

Timings for the race are as follows:

8.45am - 9.15am - Registration
11.30am - 12.00pm - Course Inspection (piste to be confirmed on Sunday)
12.00pm - 12.30pm - Lunch
12.45pm - Start of first runs (these will be done in race bib order)
1.45pm (approx) - Start of funal run
4.30pm (approx) - Prize giving (venue to be confirmed on Sunday)

We will need some help to run the race. There will be a helpers meeting at 9.30am just outside the Sport Anyway building. All helpers will get to enter the race too so no excuses!!

Any questions, catch me or Mark on Sunday morning.

Cheers

Becs

LECHT BAIRNS RACE - 23rd JANUARY 2010

2010-01-20T20:18:00.004Z

For those trainees who have entered the Lecht Bairns race this coming Saturday the registration and rules of the race can be found here.

GPS trainees should meet the GPS Coach, Euan Robertson, at 9.00am outside the Gordon Skiers Hut. Please wear your GPS gilet as normal when you're not racing.

Euan will then run through the programme for the day and get you prepared for the race.

Make sure you read the registration details and rules before Saturday. But most of all, have fun!!

GPS Training - 16th/17th January 2010

2010-01-14T19:17:00.002Z

Hi All

Just to confirm that all groups will run this weekend.

Please ensure you're at the Sport Anyway building by 9.20am (Group Raich 12.20pm) to meet with your coach and register for the day.

For those that are entering either the Lecht Bairns (23rd January), the North East Children's Championships, Lecht (30th/31st January) or the John Clark/East of Scotland Children's Race, Glenshee (6t/7th February), there will be a brief chat on Sunday in the Sport Anyway building before training. Please ensure you're there so you don't miss out!

Please remember you need to enter via the snowsportscotland website if you want to race in any of the above and for the Children's races you need to look into registering for BASS seed points. Info on the same website.

See you Sunday

Cheers

Becs

GPS Training - 9th/10th January 2010

2010-01-07T19:19:00.003Z

Hi All

Well, the snow's still there so we're good to go this weekend.

ALL groups will run on Saturday and Sunday. Please arrive at the Sport Anyway building by 9.20am with your lift pass ready to go skiing. (Group Raich should meet at the building at 12.20pm on Saturday).

Please check the White board in the hut as there have been some changes to the groups.

For those interested, the Lecht Bairns race is scheduled to take place on Saturday 23rd January. Bairns are those born 1999 or later and you don't have to be BASS registered to take part. If there's enough interest, GPS will look to send a coach to support the skiers. More information on this will be available at the weekend but if you're wanting to enter you should do this as soon as possible. You don't have to pay any money until the day but they need to know numbers by this weekend. Click here for the Snowsport Scotland site to find the entry form.

Cheers

Becs

GPS TRAINING RACE TIMES

2010-01-05T21:11:00.005Z

Hope you all enjoyed the first week of GPS training. It was great to see so many of you on the slopes and hopefully the snow will stay with us for a lot longer.

Times from Sunday's training can be found here

Check back on Thursday for an update on this coming weekend's training website.

Cheers

Becs

GPS TRAINING - 2nd/3rd JANUARY 2010

2009-12-31T17:50:00.003Z

Thanks to the snow gods, we can start GPS on the scheduled day!! So please see the following info and make sure you arrive in time for your session. Group lists are also below so make sure you know what group you're in.

SATURDAY 2nd JANUARY

Group Stenmark (Masters Group) - will run from 9.30am - 12.00pm (Please be at the Sport Anyway building (opposite end of the building to Ski School) by 9.20am).

Group Raich - will run 12.30pm-3.00pm Please be at the Sport Anyway building as per last year by 12.20pm in order to register for training and pick up your gilet for the season.

Sunday 3rd January

All Groups will run (Klammer/Zurbriggen, Baxter, Mickel, Bell).

Please be at the Sport Anyway Building by 9.00am to register for training and to pick up your gilet for the season. You will need a parent/guardian to sign for your gilet as last year.

Please ensure you have purchased your lift pass prior to arrival at the Sport Anyway building to make sure that all groups can meet their coach and start their sessions at 9.30am.

All children must be met by parents/guardians at 12.00pm and supervised for lunch. Coaches will meet their groups outside the Sport Anyway building at 12.25pm to begin the afternoon session.

Some of the groups will have the chance to do some early race training through poles, with full instruction and timing so make sure you bring your fast (but obviously fully controlled!) skis this weekend!!

Have fun!!

Becs

Group Lists below

Group Stenmark (Masters – Saturday AM only)
Ken Cameron
Helen Cameron
Brian Smith
Dave Till
Brian McInroy
Tricia McInroy

Group Raich - Saturday Group (PM only)
Aleysha Rattray
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson

Group Klammer
Daniel Brodie
Findlay Farquharson
Ella Peters
Calum Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
Hamish Farquharson
Liam Pogson
Lachlan Peters
Catriona Ferguson

Group Zurbriggen
Anna Brodie
Ailsa Lawrence
Hannah Gray
James Hubbard
Arran Milne
Ailsa Peters

Group Baxter
Jemima Jarvis
Robert McGee
Ryan McGibbon

Group Mickel
Charlotte Hubbard
Cameron Lawrence
Sam Hubbard
William Gray
Harmony Milne
Calum Cruickshanks
Cameron Inglis

Group Bell *This group will be split into 2 groups on the hill dependent on ability.
Rebecca Wells
Sasha Hill
Aibhlis Strachan
Oliver Till
Eilidh Welsh
Mhairi Welsh
Murdo Inglis
Eve Muir
Lucy Grant
Katie Grant
Anna Gartside
Michael Gartside
Fraser Wood
Fergus Wood
Angus Wood
Andrew Soppitt
Alistair Soppitt

As always, the groups are not fixed and trainees may be moved between groups to best suit their ability.

PHOTOS FROM GARTHDEE!!

2009-06-03T10:15:00.002Z

Check out the photos on the link on the right for all the action from Garthdee.

A new GPS logo of Farky's mogul demonstration could be considered...

GPS End of Season Event - 16th May

2009-05-04T19:11:00.002Z

GPS End of Season Event and BBQ

Where: Aberdeen Snowsports Centre - http://www.skiaberdeen.com/
When: Saturday 16th May - 5pm until 8pm, BBQ at 6pm
Who: All members of GPS clubs
What: Food, Skiing and Fun!

What to do: Contact your club rep for more information.

Make sure you don't miss out!!

NO MORE TRAINING THIS SEASON

2009-04-10T06:16:00.002Z

So for those of you that haven't jetted off in search of the snow this Easter, this is just to let you all know that for this year, there'll be no more GPS training at Glenshee.

However, following this Easter holidays, we're hoping to organise a ski get together of some sort. More details to follow but please check back on the website in a couple of weeks to see if it's going ahead and to find out the details.

Happy Easter!

Becs

GPS TRAINING - 4th/5th APRIL 09

2009-04-02T09:41:00.000Z

Well there's still no sign of returning snow so GPS training is postponed for this weekend.

Check back next week for news.

Cheers

Bec

GPS TRAINING - 28TH/29TH MARCH 09

2009-03-26T16:07:00.001Z

Unfortunately, there's still no sign of enough snow so GPS training is postponed for this weekend.

Check back next week for further updates.

Cheers

Bec

GPS TRAINING - 21ST/22ND MARCH 09

2009-03-19T18:26:00.000Z

Unfortunately, due to the lack of the white stuff GPS training is postponed for this weekend.

Check back next week for further updates.

Cheers

Bec

GPS TRAINING - 14TH/15TH MARCH 09

2009-03-12T19:11:00.001Z

Unfortunately, due to the continuing thaw GPS training is postponed for this weekend.

Check back next week for further updates.

Cheers

Bec

New Glenshee Test Webcam

2009-03-12T10:41:00.005Z

Check out the new test webcam that Glenshee have set up looking over towards Sunnyside.

www.farkys.net

Update on training will appear here later.

GPS TRAINING - 8TH MARCH - POSTPONED

2009-03-07T16:09:00.001Z

Hi Everyone

Just to let you know that Ben has been up at Glenshee today and unfortunately with the warmer weather the thaw has continued and there isn't enough good snow to be able to run training tomorrow.

Therefore tomorrow's training is now POSTPONED.

Fingers crossed for some more snow for next weekend. Check back on Thursday for the next update.

Cheers

Becs

GPS Training - UPDATE

2009-03-06T18:22:00.003Z

Hi Everyone

Saturday 7th March - Groups Raich and Stenmark - CANCELLED

Sunday 8th March - ALL GROUPS WILL RUN.
Times as previous weeks. Please let your club rep know if you're not going to be here this week so that the coaches are aware and aren't waiting for you.

Cheers

Becs

GPS Training - 7th/8th March

2009-03-05T17:47:00.001Z

Hi all

Well as the snow's still looking like it might come in, a decision on training this weekend has been postponed until tomorrow night.

Please check back tomorrow for an update on whether GPS training will run. And keep your fingers crossed for more snow!

Cheers

Becs

GPS Training - 28th Feb/1st March - POSTPONED

2009-02-26T18:13:00.001Z

Hi All

Well unfortunately the weather has not been kind to us this week (in the skiing sense!) so GPS training has been postponed until next weekend.

Check back next week for an update on training for the 7th/8th March.

Cheers

Becs

GPS TRAINING 21st/22nd FEB - ALL TRAINING ON!

2009-02-20T18:06:00.005Z

SUNDAY TRAINING ON. Times as previous weeks, make sure you check your groups for this block. See you tomorrow!

Please note that Saturday 21st Februarys training will run so make sure you're on time to meet your coaches. Details as per previous email.

SUNDAY 22ND FEB - PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE ON SATURDAY NIGHT AS A DECISION WILL BE MADE ON SUNDAY'S TRAINING FOLLOWING SKIING TOMORROW.

Cheers
Becs

A few more pics from the weekend before last have been added onto the GPS Photo page. Thanks to Laura for some awesome shots.

GPS TRAINING - 21st/22nd FEBRUARY

2009-02-19T20:21:00.004Z

UPDATE - PLEASE CHECK BACK ON FRIDAY EVENING FOR THE FINAL DECISION AS TO WHETHER TRAINING WILL RUN. THANKS

Well, the snow's staying with us despite the warm temperatures this week so GPS training is on this weekend. Please note that Groups Raich and Group Stenmark are still in Block 1 however all Sunday groups have been reshuffled for the start of Block 2 and are listed below. Make sure you take a note of which group you're in for this block. Times are the same as the previous block so just as a reminder Sunday's groups will run from 9.30am - 12.00 and 12.30 until 3.00pm. NB - can all new trainees please arrive by 9.10 in order to sign for and pick up their GPS gilet. (Also a reminder to you all that you must keep a hold of your gilet until the end of the season at which point you must give it back to your club rep. Any lost/misplaced gilets will have to be replaced at your own cost, so please be careful with them!)

Group Stenmark and Group Raich (Saturday morning and afternoon respectively) - Times as per previous weeks.

Group Klammer
Findlay Farquharson
Tilly Jarvis
Aleysha Rattray
Hamish Farquharson
Liam Pogson
Lachlan Peters

Group Zurbriggen
Hannah Gray
James Hubbard
Milne trainee (8yrs)
Finn Allan
Niamh Upton
Anna Brodie
Ailsa Lawrence
Duncan Pogson

Group Riley
Ros Hall
Cat Ferguson
Ben Atherton
Callum Pogson
Ailsa Peters
David Allana
Dan Brodie
Ella Peters

Group Baxter
Kirsty Henderson
Lauren Neill
Calum Neill
Jemima Jarvis
Robert McGee
Ryan McGibbon

Group Mickel
William Gray
Sam Hubbard
Cameron Lawrence
Charlotte Hubbard
Milne trainee (7yrs)
Calum Cruikshanks
Cameron Inglis
Paul Stirling

Groups M Bell and G Bell
Rebecca Wells
Sasha Hill
Scott Stirling
Aibhlis Strachan
Oliver Till
Lucy Grant
Katie Grant
Anna Gartside
Murdo Inglis
Eve Muir
Kiernan Tapp

Cheers

Becs

PICS FROM LAST WEEKEND !!

2009-02-11T20:46:00.001Z

See the photos page (link on the right) for a few pics from last weekends training sessions!

GPS TRAINING ON & NEW BLOCK & RACE INFO

2009-02-11T19:44:00.005Z

Well the snow's still with us so unless we're stormbound this weekend training for all groups will go ahead as per the previous weeks. Please note that this is the LAST week of Block 1 of GPS training (excluding Masters). So if you are wanting to sign up to Block 2 you must let your club rep know and give them a cheque this Sunday. We need to get coaches booked and groups reallocated so make sure you don't miss out. Remember, please bring your cheque/cash to training this week so that you're guaranteed a space in the next Block.

Klammer & Zurbriggen - IMPORTANT BLOCK 2 INFO
GPS are hoping to offer Klammer/Zurbriggen the opportunity to specialise their training in Block 2, the idea being that you can choose a group for the block which focuses on the topics below. So can all trainees please have a think about whether they would like to focus on one of the following:
1) All mountain skiing (same training format as current Block)
2) More specific race training
3) Freestyle skiing techniques
All Klammer/Zurbriggen trainees are asked to be at the Sport Anyway building for 9am on Sunday morning (15th) to meet with Ben and Ewen to have a chat about the different types of training and gauge interest for the groups. Please make sure you have a think about what you'd like for Block 2 and make sure you're there on time on Sunday to meet Ben and Ewen.

John Clark Race - Sat 28th Feb/Sunday 1st Mar - Glenshee(Children 1 and 2 and Jnr)
Can all trainees who are registered for seed points and are planning on registering for the John Clark race please let Ben and your club rep know this weekend. The plan is that all those taking part will have a coach who will take you through the 2 days but obviously we'll need to know numbers etc.

Bairns Race - Lecht Sat 28th Feb (Bairns)
Again, can all those bairns who are planning on travelling to the Lecht to take part in the Bairns race please let Ben and your club rep know as a GPS coach will hopefully be able to attend for the day if there is interest. Remember bairns don't need to register for Seed points so anyone can have a go!

For more information on the races/registering etc, please see the Britski.org website which has up to date information on all races as well as entry details.

Any questions, please contact your club rep. See you all at the weekend. Don't forget to bring your cheque book!

Cheers

Becs

GPS Training - 7th/8th February - ON

2009-02-05T21:05:00.001Z

GPS training is on again this weekend! Details the same as last week but as always if you're not sure where to be, check below and make sure you arrive in time to meet your coach. Please get your lift pass before you come to the Sport Anyway building.

SATURDAY 7th FEBRUARY

Group Stenmark (Masters Group) - will run from 9.30am - 12.00pm (Please be at the Sport Anyway building by 9.25am).

Group Raich - will run 12.30pm-3.00pm Please note that this is an afternoon session only. Please be at the Sport Anyway building as per last year by 12.25pm in order to meet your coach.

SUNDAY 8th FEBRUARY

All Groups will run (Klammer/Zurbriggen, Baxter, Mickel, Bell).

Please be at the Sport Anyway Building by 9.20am to register for the days training and meet your coach.

All children must be met by parents/guardians at 12.00pm and supervised for lunch. Coaches will meet their groups outside the Sport Anyway building at 12.25pm to begin the afternoon session.

Have fun!!

Becs

GPS Training Race Results - Check out the Racing page

2009-02-02T10:30:00.004Z

For all those who took part in the Training Race yesterday results are now on the GPS Racing page (check out the link on the right hand side of this page).

Hope everyone enjoyed yesterdays training session and here's to more snow arriving this week!

becs

GPS Training - ON !! 31 Jan/01 Feb

2009-01-29T19:52:00.003Z

Thankfully the snow is still with us so GPS training is on again this weekend! Details the same as last week but just in case, check below and make sure you arrive in time to meet your coach with your lift pass.

SATURDAY 31st JANUARY

Group Stenmark (Masters Group) - will run from 9.30am - 12.00pm (Please be at the Sport Anyway building by 9.25am).

Group Raich - will run 12.30pm-3.00pm Please note that this is an afternoon session only. Please be at the Sport Anyway building as per last year by 12.25pm in order to meet your coach.

SUNDAY 1st FEBRUARY

All Groups will run (Klammer/Zurbriggen, Baxter, Mickel, Bell).

Please be at the Sport Anyway Building by 9.20am to register for the days training and meet your coach.

All children must be met by parents/guardians at 12.00pm and supervised for lunch. Coaches will meet their groups outside the Sport Anyway building at 12.25pm to begin the afternoon session.

Have fun!!

Becs

GPS TRAINING GOING AHEAD!!!!!

2009-01-22T20:27:00.004Z

Great news folks.. it seems the snow gods have been kind and there's enough snow for us to start GPS at last! So please see the following info and make sure you arrive in time for your session. Amended group lists are also below so make sure you know what group you're in.

SATURDAY 24th JANUARY

Group Stenmark (Masters Group) - will run from 9.30am - 12.00pm (Please be at the Sport Anyway building (opposite end of the building to Ski School) by 9.20am).

Group Raich - will run 12.30pm-3.00pm Please note that this is an afternoon session only. Please be at the Sport Anyway building as per last year by 12.00pm in order to register for training and pick up your gilet for the season.

Sunday 25th January

All Groups will run (Klammer/Zurbriggen, Baxter, Mickel, Bell).

Please be at the Sport Anyway Building by 9.00am to register for training and to pick up your gilet for the season.

Please ensure you have purchased your lift pass prior to arrival at the Sport Anyway building to make sure that all groups can meet their coach and start their sessions at 9.30am.

All children must be met by parents/guardians at 12.00pm and supervised for lunch. Coaches will meet their groups outside the Sport Anyway building at 12.25pm to begin the afternoon session.

Have fun!!

Becs

Group Lists below

Group Stenmark (Masters – Saturday AM only)
Shona Duncan
Ken Cameron
Helen Cameron
Brian Smith
Dave Till
Ian Archer
Barry McGibbon
Cath Hall
Pete Hall

Group Raich - Saturday Group (PM only)
Calum Pogson
Rosalyn Hall
Liam Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
David Allan
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Ben Atherton
TIlly Jarvis
Jemima Jarvis

Groups Klammer and Zurbriggen
David Allan
Daniel Brodie
Findlay Farquharson
Rosalyn Hall
Tilly Jarvis
Ella Peters
Ailsa Peters
Calum Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
Ben Atherton
Finn Allan
Anna Brodie
Hamish Farquharson
Ailsa Lawrence
Liam Pogson
Niamh Upton
Lachlan Peters
Hannah Gray

Group Baxter
Kirsty Henderson
Lauren Neill
Calum Neill
Ailsa Main
Catriona Ferguson

Group Mickel
Jemima Jarvis
Charlotte Hubbard
Cameron Lawrence
Ryan McGibbon
James Hubbard
Euan Allam
Aibhlis Strachan
Sam Hubbard

Group Bell
Calum Cruickshanks
Rebecca Wells
Cameron Inglis
Sasha Hill
Robert McGee
William Gray
Scott Stirling
Paul Stirling

As always, the groups are not fixed and trainees may be moved between groups to best suit their ability.

GPS TRAINING - CANCELLED

2009-01-16T07:42:00.002Z

Hi All

Just to confirm that as there's still not enough cover, GPS training has been postponed again this weekend (17th/18th Jan).

Check back next week to see for updates on conditions etc and fingers crossed for next weekend!

2009-01-08T15:40:00.001Z

Unfortunately due to unfavourable conditions and not quite enough snow, there will be no GPS training this weekend (10th/11th January).

All training is postponed until next weekend. Further updates on the website next Thursday.

GPS Training - POSTPONED

2009-01-01T22:37:00.002Z

Unfortunately due to a lack of snow, there will be no GPS training this weekend (3rd/4th January)

All training is postponed until next weekend. Further updates on the website next Thursday.

GPS GROUP LISTS

2008-12-11T10:54:00.003Z

Hi All

Thanks to all those who have booked in for another exciting season with GPS. Hopefully the snow will arrive in bucketfuls for the first weekend which should be in your diary by now (Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th January 09).

Please see below the group lists for all trainees. These may be amended during training at the discretion of the Head Coach.

Any questions, contact your club rep, if not, see you all on 3rd/4th!!

Cheers

Becs

Group Raich - Saturday Group
Calum Pogson
Rosalyn Hall
Liam Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
David Allan
Findlay Farquharson
Hamish Farquharson
Ben Atherton

Groups Klammer and Zurbriggen
David Allan
Daniel Brodie
Findlay Farquharson
Rosalyn Hall
Tilly Jarvis
Ella Peters
Ailsa Peters
Calum Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
Ben Atherton
Finn Allan
Anna Brodie
Hamish Farquharson
Ailsa Lawrence
Liam Pogson
Niamh Upton
Lachlan Peters

Group Baxter
Kirsty Henderson
Lauren Neill
Calum Neill
Ailsa Main
Catriona Ferguson

Group Mickel
Jemima Jarvis
Charlotte Hubbard
Cameron Lawrence
Ryan McGibbon
James Hubbard
Euan Allam
Aibhlis Strachan
Sam Hubbard

Group Bell
Calum Cruickshanks
Rebecca Wells
Cameron Inglis
Sasha Hill
Robert McGee

Group Stenmark (Masters – Saturday AM)
Shona Duncan
Ken Cameron
Helen Cameron
Brian Smith
Dave Till
Ian Archer
Barry McGibbon
Cath Hall
Pete Hall

GPS Applications Open!

2008-11-07T11:32:00.003Z

Hi all

Well it's that time of year again and GPS forms are out for this season.

Please contact your Ski Club rep ASAP if you haven't received your info sheet and form.

ALL COMPLETED FORMS AND CHEQUES MUST BE RECEIVED BY YOUR SKI CLUB REP BY FRIDAY 28TH NOVEMBER. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO HIGH DEMAND IF FORMS/PAYMENT ARE NOT RECEIVED BY 28TH NOVEMBER A PLACE WITH GPS WILL NOT BE ALLOCATED.

Late applications will be placed on a waiting list for the second block of training dependent on availability.

We look forward to receiving your forms and starting another exciting season of GPS training!!

GPS

GPS TRAINING - SEASON FINISHED!!

2008-04-16T14:06:00.002Z

Well, the snow has finally gone and after a bit of a wait this is unfrotunately, the end of GPS for this season.

Thanks for all those who've supported us this year. We've had a great time and we had a massive 6 weeks of training and a race to enjoy.

Please can you all contact your club rep and return your gilet as soon as possible so these can be checked off against the list.

Keep posted for news on GPS through the year but until next time, have a good summer!!

GPS TRAINING - 15/16 MARCH 08

2008-03-13T22:23:00.001Z

Unfortunately, there's still not quite enough snow and so there will be NO GPS training taking place this weekend.

However, the forecast is looking better for over the weekend and into next week so fingers crossed we'll get another weekend's training soon!

Keep watching the website for updates on the next session.

GPS TRAINING - 8th/9th MARCH 08

2008-03-06T19:40:00.001Z

Unfortunately, due to the lack of good snow cover and the volatile weather forecast over the next few days, there will be NO GPS training taking place this weekend.

Keep watching the website for updates on the next GPS session.

GPS TRAINING - 1st/2nd MARCH

2008-02-29T09:09:00.000Z

Unfortunately, due to no further snow this week there will be NO GPS training taking place this weekend.

Keep watching the website for updates on the next GPS session.

GPS TRAINING - 23rd/24th FEBRUARY 08

2008-02-21T17:35:00.002Z

Unfortunately, due to no further snow this week and a pretty horrific looking weather forecast for the next few days there will be NO GPS training taking place this weekend.

Keep watching the website for updates on the next GPS session.

GPS Race - 17th February 08

2008-02-17T21:40:00.005Z

Well done to all those who took part in the first GPS Club Race. A total of 50 racers battled it out in the sunshine on Clunie in 10 categories. A big thanks to Glenshee Ski Centre for their letting us use the slope, running the Sunnyside Chair and Clunie Tow to save us all from walking and providing some prizes. Also thanks to all the parents and other helpers who made the race possible.

A great day was had by all. It was excellent to see how well everyone was skiing (including the over 20's!!). Full results can be found on the GPS Racing page and don't forget to check out the photos on the new GPS photos page!! (see links on the right)

Also, a last big thank you to Colin Reid at K2 & Baw Bags for sponsoring the race and providing us with some excellent prizes.

GPS TRAINING / CLUB RACE - 16th/17th FEBRUARY 08

2008-02-14T18:21:00.006Z

Well the snow's still hanging on in there. Due to the good weather this week, there's been very little snow loss and looking ahead to a great forecast for the weekend, some training will go ahead and incorporate as follows:

Saturday 16th February 08

Masters Group - CANCELLED

Group Svindal - will run with Lauren and Ben from 9.30am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm-3.00pm

Sunday 17th February 08 - GPS INAUGURAL CLUB RACE

All Groups will run as normal with their instructors and the sessions will incorporate the first GPS club race. Times as follows:

Race Registration - from 10.00am in the Sport Anyway building. Groups and all other racers will be leaving the building at 11.00am so make sure you're early enough to get registered!

The race will be open to all club members and there will be categories for the following:

Bairns (DoB 1997 and later)

Children 1 (DoB 1995 and 1996)

Children 2 (DoB 1993 and 1994)

Juniors (DoB 1988 - 1992 inclusive)

Open (Dob 1987 and earlier)

Prize giving will be in the Cafe following the racing!!

All helpers will be welcomed! I'd suggest having some food before leaving for racing as the race will take place over lunchtime until approximately 3.00pm and access to the Cafe might not be available.

Due to the still variable conditions, please make sure you check back with the website to see if the training will be running.

See you at the weekend...

GPS Training - 9th/10th February

2008-02-07T20:58:00.000Z

Well the snow is still hanging on and so the programme for the weekends training is as follows:

Saturday 9th February

Masters Group - will run 9.30am - 12.00pm

Group Svindal - will run 9.30am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm-3.00pm

Sunday 10th February

All Groups will run.

Groups Klammer & Zurbriggen, Tomba, Maier 1 & Maier 2 - will run 9.30am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm - 3.00pm

Group Miller - will run 10.00am-11.30am and 12.30pm-2.00pm

Please note that due to the mild weather conditions training may have to be cancelled at short notice. Please check back here for updates before you travel.

Also date for your diary - the first GPS Club Race is currently planned for the afternoon of Sunday 17th February. More details on the website soon....

GPS TRAINING - 2nd/3rd FEBRUARY 2008

2008-01-31T20:05:00.000Z

The snow is back again! and due to the increase in the white stuff the programme for this weekend is as follows:

Saturday 2nd February

Masters Group - will run 9.30am - 12.00pm

Group Svindal - will run 9.30am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm-3.00pm

Sunday 3rd February

All Groups will run.

Groups Klammer & Zurbriggen, Tomba, Maier 1 & Maier 2 - will run 9.30am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm - 3.00pm

Group Miller - will run 10.00am-11.30am and 12.30pm-2.00pm

Please note that due to the volatile weather conditions training may have to be cancelled at short notice. Please check back here for updates before you travel.

Block 2 Bookings

2008-01-30T07:50:00.000Z

Please note that for all trainees in Groups Tomba, Maier 1, Maier 2 and Miller, this weekend will be the last of Block 1!!

Therefore if you could like to sign up again for Block 2, please contact your Club Rep as soon as possible. We need confirmation of your booking by Sunday 3rd February.

Conditions currently looking hopeful for the weekend ahead! Keep posted.

ALL GO FOR SUNDAY!

2008-01-26T17:16:00.000Z

Following a snow inspection today, the snow has decreased from last weekend however there is still enough cover for the training to go ahead.

The weather forecast is better for Sunday therefore more lifts will open.

The session times are as follows:

Groups Klammer & Zurbriggen, Tomba, Maier 1 & Maier 2 - 9.30-12.00 & 12.30-3.00

Group Miller - 10.00-11.30 & 12.30-2.00

Please note that there will be a reassessment of the conditions at lunchtime and should things have changed dramatically training may finish earlier than the above times.

If you're not able to make it, please let me know by tonight.

For those of you that have yet to pick up your gilet please be there in time to do this before the session starts.

Group Lists are as at the earlier post.

Have fun!

DISAPPEARING SNOW

2008-01-25T18:11:00.001Z

Unfortunately, the wet and windy weather has reduced the snow cover at Glenshee. Therefore we have made the following changes to the programme for the weekend.

Saturday 26th January

Masters Group - CANCELLED

Group Svindal - Meet at 9.30am at the Sport Anyway Building. Session will run for the whole day, however it may be curtailed due to weather/conditions.

Sunday 27th January

Due to the conditions and the forecast for the next 2 days, it is unlikely that any training will run on Sunday. However, a further update will be posted on Saturday as soon as we have an accurate picture of the snow conditions.

PLEASE CHECK BACK TOMORROW FOR FURTHER UPDATES.

GPS Training 26th/27th January

2008-01-24T19:59:00.000Z

Hi Everyone. This is the Thursday night update. Conditions at Glenshee are currently very difficult to predict for the weekend. At the moment, we will run training this weekend. However, please check the website for further updates on Friday night and Saturday night as we may have to cancel training at short notice.

All groups will run this weekend (please see below for group lists and session times)

Saturday 26th January

Masters Group - 9.30am - 12.00pm

Group Svindal - 12.30pm - lifts close (approx 4.30pm)

Sunday 27th January

Groups Klammer & Zurbriggen - 9.30-12.00 & 12.30-3.00pm

Group Tomba - 9.30-12.00 & 12.30-3.00pm

Group Maier 1 - 9.30-12.00 & 12.30-3.00pm

Group Maier 2 - 9.30-12.00 & 12.30-3.00pm

Group Miller - 10.00-11.30am & 12.30-2.00pm

Please be aware that all groups except for Miller are starting earlier this week so please ensure that all trainees are at the Sport Anyway building by 9.15am to register for the days training.

Group Lists

Masters Group
Bec Barron
Helen Cameron
Ken Cameron
Christine Ferguson
Cath Hall
Mags Pogson
Brian Smith

Group Svindal
Ros Hall
Catriona Ferguson
Calum Pogson

Groups Klammer & Zurbriggen
David Allan
Daniel Brodie
Findlay Farquharson
Catriona Ferguson
Ros Hall
Tilly Jarvis
Georgina Morris
Heather Morris
Ella Peters
Josie Peters
Ailsa Peters
Calum Pogson
Duncan Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
Alistair Walker
Catriona Walker
Eddie Walters
Hannah Gray
Tabatha Mills

Group Tomba
Finn Allan
Anna Brodie
Hamish Farquharson
James Hubbard
Ailsa Lawrence
Liam Pogson
Lyle Ross
Eilidh Ross
Niamh Upton

Group Maier 1
Charlotte Hubbard
Jemima Jarvis
Cameron Lawrence
Ryan McGibbon
Conor O'Neill
Andrew Paton
Lachlan Peters
Amy Sangster

Group Maier 2
Hamish Bell
Calum Cruickshanks
Christopher Currie
Alannah Paton
Sadie Sangster
Calum Noble
Rebecca Wells
Cameron Inglis
Heather Horsman
George Horsman

Group Miller
Katie Strachan
Morven Cruickshanks

Have fun!!

John Clark BMW Races

2008-01-24T13:23:00.000Z

Just a quick update, the races due to be held next weekend (2/3 Feb) have been postponed. The organisers are hoping to reschedule later on in the season. See the racing pages for more info

Tired Legs???

2008-01-20T21:42:00.000Z

Another great weekend at Glenshee where the weather was a lot drier than last week saw 4 groups take to the hill for training. Hopefully you all enjoyed your skiing and are looking forward to next week!

We should have a full house next weekend with Groups Klammer and Zurbriggen hitting the slopes. Hope they've been practising as the coaches are refreshed and raring to go...

For those that are interested in racing, check out the Racing page. This will be updated soon but for information in the meantime, check out Snowsports Scotlands webpage in the Links section. Once there, go to Racing - Alpine Race Calendar 2007/08.

Keep checking back here for more updates through the week.

GPS TRAINING – 19th/20th JANUARY 08

2008-01-17T19:12:00.000Z

Well, despite the rain the good news is we’ve still got snow!

So GPS training for this weekend will be as follows:

Due to coach availability some groups will not be able to train this weekend.

Saturday
No training will take place (including Masters)

Sunday
Training will take place for the following Groups:

Group Tomba, Group Maier and Group Miller (Please see below for the group lists. Some of the groups have changed following last weekend. Due to the increased numbers Group Maier will start as a large group with 2 coaches. They will then be split during the session into 2 groups dependent on ability).

Session Times – 10.00am – 12.30pm and 1.15pm – 3.30pm. The coaches will drop all children off at the Sport Anyway building outside of session times to be met by their parents/responsible adult.

Please ensure that you are at the Sport Anyway building to register for your group by 9.50am. Please note lift passes must be purchased prior to meeting at the Sport Anyway building to ensure a prompt start.

Any trainee who is not at the Sport Anyway building by 9.50am to register, will have to join in the session at a convenient point. It will be the responsibility of the parent to take the trainee to meet up with the group during session times.

If you have yet to collect a GPS gilet, please be at the Sport Anyway by 9.30 to ensure that you have time to collect and sign for this.

If any trainee is unable to attend training this weekend please let me know by Friday evening.

PLEASE NOTE: It was brought to our attention last week that some trainees were wearing their GPS gilets outside of designated sessions. Please do not wear your GPS gilet on a day that your group is not running.

In addition, some trainees were seen to be using their GPS gilet to jump queues on the tows. This is not acceptable. GPS has NO tow priority and any trainees seen abusing the GPS gilet in such a way will be asked to return it and may be forbidden for taking part in future GPS training.

Group Lists

Groups Klammer and Zurbriggen
David Allan
Daniel Brodie
Findlay Farquharson
Catriona Ferguson
Rosalyn Hall
Tilly Jarvis
Georgina Morris
Heather Morris
Ella Peters
Josie Peters
Ailsa Peters
Calum Pogson
Duncan Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
Alistair Walker
Catriona Walker
Eddie Walters

Group Tomba
Finn Allan
Anna Brodie
Hamish Farquharson
James Hubbard
Ailsa Lawrence
Liam Pogson
Lyle Ross
Eilidh Ross
Niamh Upton

Group Maier (will be split into two groups during session)
Hamish Bell
Calum Cruickshanks
Christopher Currie
Charlotte Hubbard
Jemima Jarvis
Cameron Lawrence
Ryan McGibbon
Calum Noble
Alannah Paton
Andrew Paton
Lachlan Peters
Aibhlis Strachan (hope you’re arms better soon!)
Rebecca Wells
Cameron Wheatley

Group Miller
Morven Cruickshanks
Cameron Inglis
Conor O’Neill
Amy Sangster
Sadie Sangster
Katie Strachan
Greg Wheatley

HAVE FUN!!

ALL GO FOR SUNDAY!

2008-01-10T21:32:00.000Z

Thursday Night Update

Snow Conditions are great. Sunday training will run.

See you at 9.30am to pick up your gilets (those of you that still have your gilet will need to bring it along). Make sure you're all ready to go with your lift pass when you come to the hut.

Session times are as follows:
10.00am - 12.30pm and 1.15pm to 3.30pm.

All other details as per the post below.

Any queries, contact your club rep.

Have fun and see you Sunday!

GPS Training Programme - 12th/13th January 08

2008-01-07T21:58:00.000Z

Hi Everyone!

Well, 2008 has arrived and so has the snow.

So the PROVISIONAL programme for GPS training this weekend is below. Final confirmation that the training will go ahead and the exact programme will be posted on the GPS website http://www.glenshee-performance-squad.co.uk/ on Thursday evening (10th).

Due to coach availability some groups will not be able to train this weekend.

Saturday
No training will take place (including Masters)

Sunday
Training will take place for the following Groups:

Group Tomba, Group Maier and Group Miller (Please see below for the group lists).

As last year, all children will be allocated GPS gilets before the session and all parents will be required to complete and sign a form for this. Could you therefore ensure that you are at the Sport Anyway building (through the door at the Braemar end of the Ski School building) for 9.30am to enable the gilets to be distributed prior to beginning the session at 10.00am. The exact session times will be published on the GPS website on Thursday evening.

Please note lift passes must be purchased prior to meeting at the Sport Anyway building to ensure a prompt start.

Groups Klammer and Zurbriggen
Unfortunately, due to your coaches not being available, there will be no official training this weekend. However, the coaches are keen for you to get some practice in so you can keep up with them when they return!
If you’d also like to pick up your gilet on Sunday please come to the Sport Anyway building between 9.30am and 10.30am.
There is also a possibility that we will be able to offer you a snowboard taster session free of charge (including equipment hire) on Sunday. Anyone interested, email me before Thursday 10th.

If any trainee is unable to attend training this weekend please let me know by Friday evening.

From now on, all GPS updates will be done here. Please ensure you regularly check the site for updates and the latest information on training and racing.

Group Lists

Groups Klammer and Zurbriggen
David Allan
Daniel Brodie
Findlay Farquharson
Catriona Ferguson
Rosalyn Hall
Tilly Jarvis
Georgina Morris
Heather Morris
Ailsa Peters
Ella Peters
Josie Peters
Calum Pogson
Duncan Pogson
Aleysha Rattray
Catriona Walker
Eddie Walters

Group Tomba
Finn Allan
Anna Brodie
Hamish Farquharson
James Hubbard
Ailsa Lawrence
Liam Pogson
Niamh Upton
Alistair Walker

Group Maier
Calum Cruickshanks
Jemima Jarvis
Cameron Lawrence
Ryan McGibbon
Lachlan Peters
Aibhlis Strachan

Group Miller
Morven Cruickshanks
Charlotte Hubbard
Cameron Inglis
Callum Noble
Conor O’Neill
Amy Sangster
Sadie Sangster

Happy Skiing!

SNOWS HERE!!!!

2008-01-07T21:14:00.000Z

Hello Everyone!

Well the snow is here and GPS is gearing up for another season at Glenshee.

For more information and regular updates, keep your eye on the website.

Happy Skiing!

P.S. If you haven’t already registered for this winter’s training and would like to take part, email me at my address in the About GPS section.

2007-03-30T11:21:00.000Z

GPS Training

Well unfortunately, the snow never quite appeared on the slopes of Glenshee and remained long enough for us to get the training running again so that’s it for this year.

Thanks to all that were involved in the sessions that did go ahead and hopefully we’ll have a much better season next year and see lots of snow!!

Please could all trainees ensure that they return their gilets to their ski club representative by Friday 19th April.

Each club rep will have a list of the trainee’s gilet numbers to ensure that you are crossed off the list once returned. Should you need to arrange how best to return the gilets, please contact your club rep directly.

Thanks again and here’s to next year.

2007-03-22T19:36:00.001Z

GPS Training 24th/25th - POSTPONED

Well, for a short while there it was looking quite promising. However, latest reports are that whilst Glenshee has indeed had some snow, the available runs are very narrow and with a rising temperature conditions are as such that it’s not going to be enough to run the training this weekend.

So, yet again, training is postponed until next weekend (31st/1st) in the hope of another cold snap.

Apologies for once again being the bearer of bad news……..

2007-03-13T21:00:00.000Z

Hello Everyone,

Yes, you’ve guessed it……………………………………GPS Training for this weekend is cancelled due to spring like temperatures and a complete lack of white fluffy stuff, apart from on the sheep that is.

The Scottish Children’s Championship that was scheduled for Cairngorm has also been cancelled, but the Bairns Bucket is still due to go ahead, although they haven’t confirmed which day yet. For more information try www.britski.org which seems to be a bit more up to date than the Snowsports Scotland site.

Due to the fact that there has been very little response to previous emails, and the fact that the Children’s Race is cancelled, there will be no coach support at Cairngorm this weekend, apologies to those that did respond and are going to go.

Fingers crossed for a blizzard for the 24th/25th…..

2007-03-09T08:11:00.001Z

GPS Training - 10th/11th March - CANCELLED

Unfortunately, there is still no snow at Glenshee to run the training this weekend and so it is postponed until 17th/18th March.

2007-03-01T20:14:00.000Z

GPS Training - 3rd/4th March 07

Unfortunately, there is still not enough snow to run the training this weekend and so it is postponed again until 10th/11th March.

More snow dancing required.

2007-02-22T20:27:00.000Z

GPS Training 24th/25th February 07 - CANCELLED

Yet again, the snow is eluding us and so training has been postponed until 3rd/4th March.

Thanks

2007-02-21T17:33:00.000Z

Scottish Children's Championships - Cairngorm - 17/18 March 07

For those that would like to take part in the racing at Cairngorm on the weekend of 17th/18th March, a GPS Coach will be there all weekend to help take you through the races. Children born between 1992-1995 can compete in the Scottish Childrens Championship which will give them the opportunity to compete against some good skiers and hopefully gain some decent seed points. There will be a Slalom on the Saturday and a Giant Slalom on the Sunday. Children will need to be registered with Snowsport Scotland and parents need to submit entries for their children.

For the slightly younger trainees, the Bairns Bucket race on Saturday 17th March will give those born in 1996 or earlier the chance to race against each other.

Further information on the race including entry details is available on the Snowsport Scotland website (the address is on the links page). There will be GPS Coach support on both days for any children/bairns taking part in the racing.

If you are interested in taking part in the race, please let your club representative know so that we can ensure that there is suitable coach support both at Cairngorm and for the groups who will attend the scheduled training at Glenshee.

2007-02-15T17:21:00.000Z

GPS Training - 17th/18th February 07 - CANCELLED

Unfortunately, due to the last few days of warm weather and the forecast for the coming weekend, GPS Training has been cancelled. This is due to a lack of skiable area in which to run the training.

However, the Ski Centre will be opening some areas at the weekend so please don’t let this put you off supporting the Hill and going up for a ski!

An update regarding next weekend’s conditions will be sent out next Thursday (22nd Feb). So far the forecast looks a bit better into next week so fingers crossed!

2007-02-12T21:11:00.000Z

Thank you to all that turned up on Sunday. We had a good session on Claybokie in between the rain showers. Ewen and Ben ran some drills through the poles including trying to hit them as hard as you could!! The times from the afternoon races can be found via the Racing link.

Thanks to everyone who helped out to make it a fun day. Update on conditions for this weekend will be posted on Thursday.

2007-02-10T15:43:00.000Z

GPS FUN SESSIONS - DETAILS

Meet at the Sport Anyway Building at 10.30am. Weather permitting the session will run all day based on Claybokie where the coaches will be setting up some poles and running some racing drills. If you arrive late, head up to Claybokie to join the group.

Road conditions are likely to be poor so please check the status of the road before you set off.

Hope to see you there.

2007-02-09T16:16:00.000Z

GPS FUN SESSIONS!

Further to the official training being cancelled due to lack of skiable area and the wild weather forecast, some of the GPS coaches have offered to run a fun session on SUNDAY. This is will be at no cost to those that join in and will not count as one of the prepaid sessions but for those that are interested and weather permitting some of the coaches will be there if you want to join them. Please however note that some parental volunteers will be needed for supervision etc depending on numbers so help would be appreciated.

Further details on times and meeting points etc will be posted here on Saturday afternoon/evening so keep watching...

2007-02-09T13:23:00.000Z

Just a short update at lunchtime Friday.

Official GPS Training is OFF this weekend. This is due to the lack of skiable area at Glenshee. However there will be some limited unofficial training. More details will appear here tonight(Friday)

2007-02-08T19:02:00.000Z

GPS Training Update - 10/11 February 07

At the moment there’s not enough snow however more is forecast over the next 24 hours. It is unlikely that race training will go ahead this weekend however a final decision will be made at lunchtime tomorrow and will be posted here.

Please check back tomorrow for the final decision.

2007-02-01T20:29:00.000Z

GPS Training Latest

Unfortunately, due to the thaw this week, there is no snow to ski on! Therefore GPS training is postponed until Saturday 10th/Sunday 11th February.

Keep checking for conditions updates, a decision on next week's training will be made on Thursday 8th/Friday 9th February.

2007-01-30T19:40:00.000Z

2007 North East Children's Championship - Lecht Ski Centre

Well done to Ewen Matthews who finished 2nd in his age category (Children 1) and 4th overall in the Men's Slalom at this year's North East Children's Championship. Full race results can be found on www.snsc.demon.co.uk. Keep watching the Racing link for information on future races.

2007-01-29T19:23:00.001Z

This weekend saw the first sessions of GPS training going ahead and it was all hands on deck each morning to make sure that all the trainees got their GPS gilets and found their coaches.

Saturday was a good day overall with clear skies and a useable amount of snow. Both groups did some very positive work with time spent looking specifically at posture and balance.

Sunday arrived windier and a fair bit damper! The snow wasn’t quite so good under skis and the sky wasn’t as good over head. Thank you to all 8 groups for arriving on time and making the distribution of gilets quick and easy! Unfortunately due to the weather worsening the decision was made to cancel the afternoon session following a successful morning, again looking at balance and posture – when everyone wasn’t being blown sideways!!

Overall, a good weekend with lots of smilie faces. Thanks to all for their help. Keep watching for updates, current reports are that the Dink Dink will be the only lift on Tuesday. See you soon

2007-01-25T21:08:00.001Z

Dear All

Welcome to the first block of GPS race training! I’m pleased to announce that given the increase in snow and the likely forecast for the weekend, all the scheduled training sessions will go ahead.

Below is an outline of the details regarding the training including start times, session times and meeting points. Please make sure that if your child(ren) will be unable to attend a particular session and you have not already informed your Ski Club representative, that you let us know by email on secretary@glenshee-performance-squad.co.uk. Alternatively, if you need any further clarification regarding the training please contact your relevant ski club representative.

1. SATURDAY 27^th JANUARY 2007 – please read carefully

· Please note that both the children’s training and the Masters training session will both begin promptly at 9.30am. All children will be allocated GPS gilets before the session and all parents will be required to complete and sign a form for this. Could you therefore ensure that you are at the Sport Anyway building (through the door at the Braemar end of the Ski School building) for 9.00am to enable the gilets to be distributed prior to beginning the session at 9.30am.

· Please note lift passes must be purchased prior to meeting at the Sport Anyway building to ensure a prompt start.

· The session times are as follows: Morning session 9.30am – 12.00pm. Afternoon session 1.00pm – 3.30pm. Please be aware that you are responsible for your children outside of the session times.

· Any further updates and information will be posted on the new GPS website which can be found at http://www.glenshee-performance-squad.co.uk/.

· Enjoy your training!!

2. SUNDAY 28^th JANUARY 2007 – please read carefully

· Prior to the first session, all children will be allocated GPS gilets and all parents will be required to complete and sign a form for this. Could you therefore ensure that you are at the Sport Anyway building (through the door at the Braemar end of the Ski School building) for 8.45am to enable the gilets to be distributed prior to beginning the session at 9.30am.

· Please note lift passes must be purchased prior to meeting at the Sport Anyway building to ensure a prompt start.

· The session times are as follows: Morning session 9.30am – 12.00pm. Afternoon session 1.00pm – 3.30pm. Please be aware that you are responsible for your children outside of the session times.

· Any further updates and information will be posted on the new GPS website which can be found at http://www.glenshee-performance-squad.co.uk/.

· Enjoy your training!!

Bec Barron

Secretary

Glenshee Performance Squad