World Rookie Camp Premiere

The organizers of the World Rookie Tour, which has been successfully developing and promoting young talent for 20 years, are delighted with a successful first edition of the World Rookie Camps presented by Ästhetiker & World Snowboard Federation in Hintertux (November 13 - 17, 2024). The camp was aimed at young freestyle talent from all over the world, whether on one board (snowboard) or two (skis). The focus was on park & pipe riding and training in preparation for the season.

25 kids and teenagers aged between 11 and 18 from seven countries responded to the call and took part in the camp. The Betterpark Hintertux on the Hintertux Glacier offered the best conditions for the participants. Coaches were on hand with help and advice. The supporting program was not only exciting, but also educational: the Spannagel Cave was visited together, a truly unique experience. A visit to the Kaboom trampoline hall was also on the program, as was the SafeShred workshop of the World Snowboard Federation, which drew attention to important topics such as bullying and much more. It was a great week for the young athletes from all over the world, who not only improved their riding but also made new friends. The video contest offered cool prizes from the partners as well as tickets to the World Rookie Tour Final at the end of the season. Alice Tholen (snowboard/SWE), Kasten Jostrand (snowboard/USA) and Jacqueline Kanzler (ski/USA) have already secured their tickets to the finals with their video contributions!

Meinhard Trojer, World Rookie Tour co-founder and camp organizer, is happy: "It couldn't have gone better." Balasz Gyorki, Snowboard Hungary Coach, agrees: "The camp was really cool with perfect weather. My kids learned a lot and were able to develop further. And they made new friends, which is the most important thing. And they had fun. We'll be back!" Euan Baxter from Snowsports Scotland agrees: "It's fantastic that our riders from Scotland can come here and connect with kids from all over Europe and overseas. Snowboarding is more than just a sport - it's a culture and a lifestyle that we support. So it's great to be here doing just that." 15-year-old skier Jacqueline Kanzler traveled all the way from the USA for the World Rookie Camp: "The time in Hintertux was great, we had so much fun and the weather was perfect. And I made new friends. It's so cool that everyone comes from different parts of the world."

Further information: www.worldrookietour.com