US Ski and Snowboard

Are FIS points necessary to ski in all FIS races? Are there some out of the country FIS races that don’t require points?

Aug 24, 2021 Alpine, FIS Points, FIS Race 647 0/5 (0 Vote)

Yes, there are always some races for development skiers to get started in to earn their first FIS points. You should talk to your coach or Division/Region manager about what races are best for you. Read More

What type of membership do I need for Cross Country Master’s World Cup?

Aug 31, 2021 cross country masters, cross country masters world cup, xc masters world cup, xc masters, xc masters fis, cross country masters fis 629 0/5 (0 Vote)

There is no U.S. Ski & Snowboard Membership requirements need for this event. A participant will need to register with their country's Cross Country Master's association in order to register. Additionally, U.S. Ski & Snowboard no longer... Read More

Futures Tour Membership Requirements

Nov 5, 2019 futures tour, futures, usasa, fis, futures tour requirements, future tour, u.s. ski and snowboard, us ski and snowboard, us ski & snowboard, futures tour membership, the futures tour, the futures, the future tour, u.s. ski & snowboard membership 1987 0/5 (0 Vote)

Athletes need to hold all three memberships (USASA, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, and FIS) to participate in the Futures Tour events, because they are sanctioned by all 3 organizations. Please see this article with FAQ's about The... Read More

What level of membership do I need to hold a Telemark FIS?

Mar 2, 2017 telemark fis, telemark, fis 2125 0/5 (0 Vote)

You are not required to be a member of U.S. Ski & Snowboard to hold a Telemark FIS license. Read More

What level of membership do I need to hold for a Speed Skiing or Grass Skiing FIS license?

Mar 2, 2017 speed skiing, grass skiing, speed ski fis, grass ski fis, miscellaneous fis 2057 0/5 (0 Vote)

In order to hold a Speed Skiing or Grass Skiing FIS license, you must hold an Alpine Competitor or Alpine Masters membership. Read More

What do I need to forerun a FIS race?

Jan 18, 2017 forerun, forerun FIS, FIS 2409 0/5 (0 Vote)

A FIS license is not required, but the individual will need to sign the FIS athlete declaration, along with a parent/guardian signature for minors. Read More

Do athletes participating in Cross Country Jr. Nationals need a FIS license? Is it a requirement?

Jul 29, 2016 FIS, jr nationals, nationals, jr nationals requirement 1570 0/5 (0 Vote)

No, a FIS license is not needed for Cross Country Junior Nationals but a U.S. Ski & Snowboard license is required. The General membership is enough to compete in Junior National Qualifiers and if qualified, to compete at Junior... Read More

Are foreign coaches required to register with U.S. Ski & Snowboard at U.S. Ski & Snowboard sanctioned FIS events?

Apr 11, 2016 FIS, Foreign, Coach 1526 0/5 (0 Vote)

No. When a foreign FIS Federation lists a coach on their entry form, that Federation is certifying that the coach has the knowledge and ability to fulfill the duties of a Team Captain: e.g. serve as a Jury member or set a course. Read More

What is FIS and other FIS FAQs

Mar 31, 2016 FIS, fis faqs, change fis nation, short-term fis, fis license, fis sponsors, fis number 6530 0/5 (0 Vote)

1. What is FIS? FIS is the International Ski Federation. To obtain a FIS registration you must hold a current U.S. Ski & Snowboard Competitor membership (U16 & over or U15 &over) and be a U.S. citizen. Masters must hold... Read More

Athlete Injuries and Points

Apr 11, 2024 injury, Protection, Points 635 0/5 (0 Vote)

Athlete Injuries and Points When an athlete is injured and unable to participate, they may be able to apply for injury protection to limit the negative change in their points. This is often called a “point freeze” but points are not frozen, they... Read More

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