We reached out to the RT Freeski club prior to the 2025-26 season to hear a bit about their philosophy, direction, athletic focus, alumni success stories and upcoming plans.
Why and when was the club founded?
Founded in 2020, with a purpose to offer year-round training opportunities and see athletes as a whole put first.
What are your club’s main disciplines?
Halfpipe, Slopestyle, BigAir.
Who are your coaches?
Rex Thomas (Head Coach), Jack Huckerby, Enzo Rizutto, Leif Wilson, Emma Morozumi, Logan McBeath, Sam McKeown, Dakota Eliuk, Cam Skinner, Parker Bryant, Bella Farris.
Key volunteers who make a huge impact?
Our entire parent group is phenomenal. Katie MacDonald (our Athletic Therapist) Jolene Kober, Dallas Phillips and Alicia Bjarnason all go more than the extra mile and we are so grateful.
What circuits are your athletes competing on?
Club (minimally), Provincials, Canada Cup (Dev and FIS series), NorAm, World Cup.
What hill is your primarily training venue?
Winsport and Lake Louise. However, we facilitate on-snow and off Snow training camps around the world.
Notable alumni and their accomplishments?
Previously through programs headed by RT; Amy Fraser (X Games medalist, Olympian), Andrew Longino (Youth Olympics Gold Medalist, hopeful for the 2026 Olympics) Meg Cressey (WC Big Air 3rd while skiing with Rex) Etienne Geoffrey-Gagnon (Canadian National Team Slope)
Currently: Ben Harrington (Olympian, 5th at World Championships, Dew Tour, 2026 Olympic targeted), Liam Richards (Youth Olympics, 2026 Olympic Targeted) and many more.
Club Highlight Events?
All events are a highlight for the athletes attending them. We are fortunate enough to be along their side from AB Games qualifiers all the way to the Olympic Winter Games.
A standout road trip”Memorable Moment”?
Taking athletes to amazing places like New Zealand, Europe or even just Utah is one of the most gratifying things that we do. Being able to facilitate experiences like that for young athletes is incredible. Watching them learn, love and improve at a sport they’re passionate about is just icing on the cake.
Any additional info that you want people to know about your club?
Our motto: By athletes, for athletes.
RT Freeski Website