Welcome to Sundown Race Team

Learn Advanced Skiing & Enjoy Outdoor Winter Competition Opportunities

The Sundown Junior Race Team is a non-profit club dedicated to teaching kids how to ski race, and at the same time teach kids advanced skiing skills and safety code. SRT is a founding team inside of Wijara. The program is also the second largest team within the league. At each Wijara race weekend eight of our coaches attend the race weekend, helping to ensure our team is well organized and supported.

Weekend competitions; teams compete in one day of Giant Slalom (GS) on Saturday's and one day of Slalom (SL) on Sundays. The weekend events are fun opportunities for kids and parents alike, offering the chance to get outside and enjoy winter; watch the kids compete, and enjoy a carnival like atmosphere.

About Wijara - Four Weekends of Racing

Wijara consists of eight other teams: Chestnut Mountain, Tyrol Basin, Cascade Mountain, Snowstar, Hidden Valley, Blackhawk, Four Lakes, & Wilmot.  These teams cover a large geography, from North of Madison, East of Chicago, all of Iowa, and as far South as Saint Louis.  

Each season Wijara schedules four weekend events; two in January and two weekends in February. Weekend races have upwards of 550 racers, Sundown, Chestnut, Cascade, and Tyrol Basin each are host hills.

You can learn more about SRT & WIJARA by signing up for an account here at, SRT Online, which will provide you with access SRT content & resources without any obligation; you may cancel at any time or opt out of receiving email alerts. 

Racer Registration for 2023 / 2024

Below you will find instructions for registering for 2024 Race Season.  If you'd like to learn more about Sundown Race Team create a New User ID & Password ...Once you're logged in you can read more about ski racing & the SRT program.

New to Ski Racing? Transfering to SRT? Or Returning for Another Year? There are two sets of instructions for those of your returning for another year, pick Returning Racers.  If you are new to SRT, either first year racing or are transfering from another Wijara Team pick New to Skiring or Transferring. 

Returning Racers?

To renew your SRT & Wijara Memberships you will need to

1. Create a SRT Onloine site user name and password for this site, New User ID & Password *Be sure to check your spam or junk mail folder for automated emails from SRT Online.
   Forgot your password click here. 
    
2. Make sure you have the right bib number(s)
   Lookup bib numbers
    
3. Next, register for the SRT.clicking here
   • In order to complete register you will need the following information...
   • A Paypal or Venmo account.
   • Child's DoB & Prior Year Bib Number
   • Emergency Contact(s) Info
   • Volunteer for two jobs, 1 for the home race, 1 away race assignment. If you have questions regarding volunteering please read Parent Volunteer Page under Team Resources.
      
4. The link to Wijara will be provided below.  Note, registration for the new race season has not yet opened, expected opening date is November 1, 2023. Once it opens we will place a link here.
    

New to Ski Racing or Transferring to SRT?

If you're interested in ski racing you've come to the right place!  SRT has been teaching kids about ski racing and safe skiing practices for over 25 years.

To join SRT & Wijara you will need to

1. Create a SRT Online user name and password for this site, New User ID & Password *Be sure to check your spam or junk mail folder for automated emails from SRT Online. 
    
2. Next, register for the SRT.clicking here. 
   • To Complete Registration you will need...
     • New Racers? If you are new to Wijara select New under Wijara Status field.
     • Transfering Racers? If you are transferring from another Wijara team, please enter your old bib number, and select Transfer under Wijara Status field.
     • A Paypal or Venmo Account
     • Emergency Contact Info
     • Volunteer for two jobs, 1 for our home race, 1 at an away race. If you have questions regarding volunteering please read Parent Volunteer Page under Team Resources.
        
3. After joining SRT and receiving a bib number from the SRT Tracker you will be able to register with the race league, Wijara.
    
4. The link to Wijara will be provided below. Note, registration for the new race season has not yet opened, expected opening date is November 1, 2023. Once it opens we will place a link here.
    

Junior Coaching Spots Open!

Senior SRT Athletes may apply to become a Junior Coach.  To apply you'll need to login to SRT Online and fill out the SRT Coach Application, located under the Home button, Click Here.

Junior coaches receive the following benefits...

• Learn about the ski industry & coaching
• Job Experience --  Build your resume
• Hourly Wages
• Sundown Season Pass
• SRT Team Captians at Wijara Races

The Sundown Race Team is a non-profit club linked to Sundown Mtn Ski Resort, in Dubuque, Iowa. The team primarily trains and hosts races on Andrew's and the Snow Devil trail, to the left side of Sundown's terrain park. 

2024 Wijara Schedule

The Race Schedule for the upcoming race season has been confirmed.  

• Chestnut - January 6/7
• Sundown - January 20/21
• Devil's Head - Feb 3/4
• Tyrol Basin - Feb 24/25
• Bonus race for SRT Racers, join us at the Iowa Games - January 27, 2024

2024 Practice Schedule

Sundown Race Team practices every Tuesday & Thursday evening from 6:15 to 8:00 PM, and on Saturday's, when we're not racing, from 8:15 AM to 11:30 PM.  To learn more about joining SRT send an email to:
srteamcoordinator@gmail.com

Coaching Opportunities

If you're a former ski racer either from SRT or another team, and interested in coaching please contact SRT.  You can access SRT Online by signing up for an account.

Full-Time Coaches Receive...

• A Sundown Season Pass
• Expense Reimbursement
• Hourly Wage

To apply create an SRT Online account, login, then Click Here to apply.

About SRT Coaching Staff

SRT Coaches are some of the most experienced coaches in the country.  To learn more about our coaching staff click here.

At Wijara races SRT Athletes have the benefit of experienced coaches located at the top of the race hill and in the finish area. Before racing starts SRT team members inspect the course with a coach or team captin. Coaches are on hand thru out the race day to help with the pre-race jitters, talk race strategy, and make sure issues are mitigated. 

About SRT Online

SRT Online is a resource to help pass along ski racing knowledge among the SRT community in the Tri-State region of North Eastern Iowa, S. Wisconsin, & North Western Illinios.  Thru SRT Online you will find a wealth of information on ski racing, plus...

• Updates on SRT Practices & Races.
• Alpine Ski Racing News & Weather Forecast.
• Introduction Info on the team and Wijara.
• A Forum for Members.
• Media Library for Posting Results, Videos, & Team Photos.
• Information on Events & Volunteer Opportunities.

For Alumni, Grand Parents, or Interested in Learning More About Ski Racing? 

Apply for an account by clicking on the link below. New User ID & Password * 
If you already have an account, but forgot your password click here. *
*Be sure to check your spam or junk mail folder for automated emails from SRT Online.