WE ARE CALGARY ALPINE.
WHERE ATHLETES AND THEIR FAMILIES BELONG
CHASING GOALS, SHARING ADVENTURES AND LIVING THE MOUNTAIN LIFE TOGETHER.
Calgary Alpine is a not-for-profit club where young athletes discover their edge on snow and carry those lessons into life, building confidence and character that last well beyond each season. We deliver a world-class alpine skiing experience with personalized coaching, innovative programs and small training groups that challenge and support every skier. Families come for performance and stay for community.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFE SPORT
Our athletes train and compete in an environment built on respect and equity. Our coaching team places the physical, emotional and mental well-being of every athlete at the core of our approach. By fostering safety and trust we create the foundation for athletes to thrive—not only in skiing but also as capable, well-rounded individuals. This commitment allows our community to focus on what truly matters: enjoying the sport, developing skills and growing together.
GREAT COACHING CHANGES EVERYTHING.
Our coaching team combines technical expertise with mentorship, offering encouragement, clear feedback and a commitment to building trust and leading by example. In short, our coaches care. And that support, together with the camaraderie of peers, makes the experience meaningful and fun on and off the mountain.
GRANT
RICHARDSON
ERIN
FYNN
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Grant’s leadership and passion strengthen both athlete growth and Calgary Alpine’s competitive edge.
Raised in a ski family—his father a ski school director—Grant trained at an Eastern U.S. ski academy and advanced to the U.S. Ski Team Development Team. At the University of Alaska, he captained the ski team and earned two NCAA All-American titles.
He studied Applied Ethics, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and co-founded the National Alpine Training Centre, Canmore MRI and the Lake Louise All Mountain Ski Club, blending business acumen with lifelong dedication to skiing.
A Performance Level Certified and NCCP Level 3 coach, Grant brings over 25 years of coaching experience. His philosophy focuses on long-term athlete development, helping skiers reach their potential on and off the mountain.
This combination of elite racing background, entrepreneurial drive and proven coaching expertise makes Grant an invaluable leader for Calgary Alpine.
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With over 20 years of coaching experience, a strong teaching background and a lifelong love of skiing, Erin is a dedicated, approachable leader for Calgary Alpine.
Raised in Alberta, she began racing at six, training with local clubs and joining Kananaskis Alpine Racers when Nakiska opened for the 1988 Olympics. She competed at provincial, national and international levels through FIS before moving into coaching.
While earning a Bachelor of General Studies with a Psychology minor and a Master of Teaching at the University of Calgary, Erin completed CSC Levels I and II. Over the past 15 years she has led programs across Alberta, adding Park and Pipe and Ski Cross certification and roles as Level I and II Coach Evaluator, Gliding Start Facilitator and Level I Course Facilitator. In 2015 she achieved CSC Performance Level (Level III).
Her philosophy centers on technical development, confidence and fun. Skiing is central to her family life, with her husband coaching and four daughters who race and coach.
MADI
FYNN
KRIS
CREOR
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Madi grew up in a ski racing family in Canmore, started skiing at age two and racing by eight. She competed for 10 years with Alberta clubs, including at the FIS level, before retiring after high school. While pursuing hairstyling and earning her Red Seal, Madi stayed connected to Calgary Alpine through volunteering and substituting. For the past two seasons, she has coached Snoflyers athletes, bringing strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and a passion for working with kids. Madi strives to build confident, technically sound skiers in a fun and positive environment.
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Kris brings over a decade of coaching experience in Alberta and more than 15 years as a CSIA Level 3 instructor. A coach at heart, he has also worked in multi-sport and camp environments, supporting youth development through sport. Most recently, Kris coached U14 and U16 athletes in northern Alberta while mentoring newer coaches and contributing to race organization support. With five years of U12 experience, he successfully led Calgary Alpine’s U12 Race program last season. Kris is passionate about helping athletes grow their skills, confidence and love for ski racing in a supportive environment.
PETER
JURCAK
KIERAN
LEACH
U12 RACE COACH
U12 RACE COACH
MICHAELA
KAISER
JASON
HART
U12 RACE COACH
U14 COACH
LAUREN
SCHROEDER
DUNCAN
ANDERSON
U14 COACH
U16 COACH
CAEDEN
CARRUTHERS
KEIRA
MCLAUGHLIN
U16 COACH
U16 COACH
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Kieran has been skiing for 15 years, starting on the magic carpet and now leading Calgary Alpine’s All Mountain Program as Head Coach. His coaching background is rooted in grassroots skiing, complemented by his personal experience in free ride, which he uses to help athletes develop skills and confidence on challenging terrain. In addition to skiing, Kieran coaches mountain biking at all levels and contributes to the Winsport program leadership team. Passionate about sport and athlete development, he is dedicated to sharing his love of the outdoors while helping athletes achieve their personal goals.
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Peter brings more than 30 years of international coaching experience and a lifelong passion for ski racing to Calgary Alpine. Growing up in Slovakia, he attended a ski academy in Kezmarok before shifting from racing to coaching in 1990, starting with a regional juvenile men’s team. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, is a Level 3 SILA Certified Instructor, Level 3 CSLZ Certified Coach in Slovakia and a Level 1 Canadian Ski Coach. Peter thrives on time with his athletes and is dedicated to helping each skier reach their full potential.
NICOLE
CUNNINGHAM
ADAM
OSHANYK
DAVID
BALFOUR
REID
HOUSTON
ALL MOUNTAIN COACH
ALL MOUNTAIN COACH
WHERE SKIERS FIND THEIR CONFIDENCE AND THEIR COMMUNITY.
ALUMNI VOICES
“What I love most about the club is that everyone is always there for you cheering you on no matter what level you ski at. My coach really cares about me and I get to ski with some of my best friends – I think that is pretty cool!”
KATIE SMITHAlumni Athlete
(current member of the Alberta Alpine Ski Team)
“I was very fortunate to be able to take this sport to the next level. My passion for that desire to excel began at Calgary Alpine. It was such a significant part of my growth as an athlete and as a person. I am here giving back to the club that gave me so much”
BEN MORRISHAlumni Athlete and Coach
COMMUNITY IS OUR LIFT.
WE RISE HIGHER THANKS TO THE PARTNERS AND SPONSORS WHO POWER OUR JOURNEY.
