Sliding Sport Development

Sliding Sport Development at Mt Van Hoevenberg

Train, develop and compete at one of North America’s premier sliding sport facilities. Mt Van Hoevenberg offers athletes access to a world-class combined bobsled, skeleton and luge track, the only indoor iced push track of its kind in the United States, and training facilities designed to support athletes throughout the sliding season.

With Olympic and World Championship history, multiple start heights, specialized training spaces and access to experienced coaches and facility staff, Mt Van Hoevenberg provides opportunities for athletes at every stage of development.

Our facilities include:

Combined Sliding Track for Bobsled, Skeleton and Luge with a competition length of 1455m and 20 curves
5 different start heights for all skill levels
Competitive and training Monobobs are available for rent
Only indoor iced push track in the USA, one of 2 such facilities in North America
Indoor four-lane 70 m Mondo-surface sprint track
Fitness Center featuring a comprehensive selection of free weights, strength-training equipment, cardio machines, and functional training space to support the demands of bobsled, skeleton, and luge athletes.

Must be a registered member of USA Bobsled/Skeleton (USABS), USA Luge (USLA) or another recognized National Sliding Federation.
Must fulfill the mandatory physical examination and medical clearance requirements established by the national federation as a condition of membership and athletic participation.
Complete all required sport-specific safety briefings, track orientation sessions, and coaching certifications mandated by the national federation and venue management.
Complete and submit a signed venue Assumption of Risk Form prior to participating in any on-track sessions
Facility use is restricted to scheduled training blocks and sanctioned sessions under the direct control and authorization of venue management and track officials.

Northern Adirondacks

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