Fortune Freestyle Airbag
Each spring (late March - April / early May) Fortune Freestyle runs an Airbag at Camp Fortune.
The Airbag is exclusively for freestyle skiers and is a fun activity fun activity for athletes of all ages and skill levels. Athletes get to jump onto a large inflatable airbag (crash mat), offering a safer environment to learn and practice tricks compared to jumping on snow.
It's not just for learning inverts (flips)! Freestyle skiers can work on:
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Uprights: spreads, daffys, twisters
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Spins: 360s, 540s, 720s
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Advanced tricks: corks, flat spins, flips, and more
Please note: The Airbag is not open to snowboarders, as we are not licensed to run programming for snowboarding. The coaches we have are qualified to coach freestyle skiing and not snowboarding.
It's also a great time for parents - enjoy the warm weather while watching the kids progress and have fun.
New for Spring 2025
We are planning to run the Airbag again this spring at Camp Fortune on Pineault, with a tentative start of the program on April 12 - weather and snow conditions permitting.
Regular sessions will run from April 12 to April 27, with up to 8-10 sessions planned.
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Saturdays & Sundays: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Tuesdays and Thursdays: 4:30 PM - dusk
The Airbag is open to all Freestyle Canada insured skiers (competitive and recreational) - and even athletes new to freestyle who want to join and give jumping a try!
Registration & Volunteers
Details on registration will be sent out shortly. We'll also be putting out a call for volunteers to help with moving equipment and initial setup - we appreciate the help from our awesome community!
General Program Info
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Freestyle Licenses: All participants are required to purchase their annual Freestyle Canada license when registering. For the spring Airbag, a Club Athlete license is required. Coach licenses are also accepted.
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Refund and Cancellation Policy: https://www.fortunefreestyle.com/policies
REGISTER HERE
Program Support
Fortune Freestyle gratefully acknowledges the generous support of Camp Fortune and RONA+ Nepean for our Spring Airbag Program. Partnerships like these help us provide exciting, safe, and high-quality training opportunities for athletes of all levels.
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Additional Information for Airbag Participants
To ensure that everyone has a safe and fun airbag season, please review the following important details:
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Planning to Attend?
Indicate Your Attendance in TeamSnap:
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Please mark yourself as "Going" in TeamSnap for all airbag training sessions you plan to attend. Do this as early as possible—ideally 1–2 days before each session.
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We rely on your TeamSnap availability to schedule coaching staff. If you haven’t confirmed your attendance and we’re short on coaches, you may not be permitted to jump.
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Weather & Cancellations
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Airbag sessions are outdoor events, so they are subject to weather and conditions. We aim to follow the TeamSnap schedule, but a final decision will be made day-of, based on weather radar and conditions:
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Weekends: call made early morning
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Weeknights: call made early afternoon
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Sessions will only be cancelled for heavy rain, excessive winds, or if the jump is not longer safe or stable due to melting snow.
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Any changes or cancellations will be communicated via TeamSnap notifications and/or e-mail.
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Volunteers Needed
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We need parent and community volunteers to assist with set-up and take-down at each session.
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If you can help, please e-mail fortunefreestyle@gmail.com
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For set-up days, wear old clothes, boots, and work gloves.
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A special call for help: Saturday, April 12 at 10:00 AM - help us position the airbag for the season!
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What to Bring & Expect
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Gear:
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Skis, boots, helmet (no poles)
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Optional: Mouthguard for extra protection
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Skis must be in good condition (no cracked or broken edges)
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Clothing:
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The airbag is often wet and sometimes a little dirty
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Old ski clothes, rain gear, extra gloves, change of clothes, or a towel are all smart choices
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Other essentials:
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Water bottle, snacks or meal, sunscreen, possibly an umbrella
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Camp Fortune lodge will likely be closed (no indoor washrooms or cafeteria)
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Bring a camp chair if you'd like to sit during breaks
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On-Site Details
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Coaches will be present at every session to guide you on airbag safety and help you practice your air skills.
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Warm-up and safety review will begin once the airbag is set up and inspected:
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Weekdays: 5:00 PM
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Weekends: 10:00 AM
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Please be on time. If you're late, check in with a coach upon arrival.
