IFSA MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION 
WHY BECOME A MEMBER OF IFSA?
  • You'll earn points and maintain a ranking for all IFSA Junior and Qualifier sanctioned events
  • You are supporting an independent freeriding governing body that operates as a nonprofit - learn more here.
  • Your voice matters and IFSA works with athletes, event organizers, and programs to promote consistent growth of big mountain Freeriding.
  • Want to get more involved and help promote the growth of our sport? The IFSA is always looking for more support or volunteers. Please reach out at [email protected]
JUNIOR OR COACH MEMBERSHIP
  • Full Junior Athlete Membership (Ages 12-18) 
  • Junior Athlete One-Time Membership (Valid for one event only during season. If athlete choses to enter a second event, an upgrade membership is required)
  • Upgrade from One-Time to Full Membership (only for athletes who previously purchased a one-time membership. This membership upgrade is REQUIRED if an athlete wishes to participate in a second event) and LiveHeats will charge you the difference in cost
  • Junior Athlete Under 12 Membership (age is determined as on end of 12/31/2024)
  • Coach Membership 
  • Valid until April 20th of each calendar year (those wishing to compete in South America must have purchased the following season's membership)
NOTE: Memberships are mandatory for all junior athletes competing in the IFSA Junior Series
IFSA ADULT QUALIFIER MEMBERSHIP
  • Full Qualifier Tour License
  • One-Time Qualifier License (Valid for one event only during season) 
  • Adult Collegiate License (available for athletes ages 18-25 and enrolled as a full-time collegiate student)
  • Valid until April 20th
NOTE: Memberships are mandatory for all athletes competing in the IFSA Qualifier Series
Just a reminder, both IFSA and TJFS Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.  
​1. Eligibility For TJFS ("FAR WEST") Membership 
          A. Current 2024-25 IFSA Membership is required to participate in the TJFS. 

​          B. Type of Athlete
                    i. CA/NV Team athletes who are current and participating on a TJFS Team.
                         a. Ski teams: Bear Valley Ski Team, Diamond Peak Ski Team, Heavenly Competition Teams, Kirkwood
                              Freeride, Mammoth Mountain Ski Team, Mount Rose Ski Team, Team Palisades Tahoe Freeride,  Olympic    
​                              Valley Freeride, Sierra at Tahoe, SugarBowl Freeride Team, plus independent athletes.
                         b. Snowboard teams: Kirkwood, Mammoth, Palisades Tahoe and  Sugar Bowl Snowboard Teams
                    ii. Out of region athletes are accepted under the following parameters:
                         a. Are required to attend the comp with an IFSA Certified Coach. 
                         b. Out of region coaches are required to meet TJFS Coach Requirements​. See TJFS Coach Requirements.
                         c. Are only allowed to compete when their IFSA certified coach is present.  
                    ​iii. Independent athletes are accepted under the following parameters:
                         a. Are required to be an IFSA member. 
                         b. Are required to attend the comp with an IFSA Certified Coach.
                         c. Independent coaches are required to meet TJFS Coach Requirements. 
                         d. Are only allowed to compete when their IFSA certified coach is present.

​​          C. If you register for TJFS events and are ineligible to compete in the TJFS regional series you will forfeit your                                   registration fee for TJFS membership and the event.  Please contact [email protected] if you have questions                 about your eligibility.
If your team is interested in participating in the TJFS, please contact [email protected] for more information.

​2. Registration Steps for Athlete Membership:
The following are necessary documents for membership enrollment: 
  • Renewing Athlete:  Knowing your past IFSA login information is helpful, it is best to login to a past account versus adding a subsequent new account.
  • First time Athlete:  Click the button below and establish your account.  
  • 2022-23 IFSA Membership number: This is an important number to know and retain. 
  • Current Health Insurance information (carrier name, policy number) will be required.
  • Payment information will be required.
​Membership fees 
  • IFSA $120
  • TJFS $120 which covers the membership fee covers bibs/stickers, the series T-shirt,                                                           production/operational costs, venue management and more.
3. Single Use TJFS Membership
Select the single use TJFS Membership category when prompted during registration.  
  • ​​The single use membership is intended for first time competitors that want to experience a freeride competition for the first time.
  • This discounted rate is not intended for first time 12 year old athletes that intend to compete in the entire series.
  • The single use membership is available for out of region athletes who will compete in only one Far West (TJFS) event.
4. Upgrade to Full TJFS Membership
Return to the registration website when you decide you want to compete in another event in the series and select the 2024-25 Junior Athlete Upgrade to complete your membership upgrade, additional fees will apply.
For Technical Support on Memberships please contact your Regional Director, at [email protected] 
For TJFS and events assistance, send an email to [email protected] 

5. Release of Liability Waivers
  • ​​Membership - The following documents are signed in the IFSA/TJFS Membership process.
    • IFSA Release of Liability Waiver
    • TJFS Release of Liability Waiver
  • Event Registrations - The following event specific documents are signed during each event registration.
    • IFSA Release of Liability Waiver
    • ​Tahoe Freeride Release of Liability Waiver
    • Resort Release of Liability Waiver

6. Refund and Cancellation Policy
Membership and Event Entry Fee Refund & Cancellation Policy


7. Participation
  • All TJFS Athletes will adhere to the IFSA Code of Conduct guidelines.
  • It is the responsibility for all TJFS Athletes to know and abide by these rules.
  • TJFS will utilizes these standards for making decisions and policies

​8. Congratulations!
Save your confirmation email. ​