Alpine Skiing

Alpine Skiing

Alpine skiing, or downhill skiing, is the pastime of sliding down snow-covered slopes on skis with fixed-heel bindings. It has been an event at the Winter Olympic Games since 1936.

The birth of modern alpine skiing is often dated to the 1850s, and during the late 19th century, skiing was adapted from a method of transportation to a competitive and recreational sport. Norwegian legend Sondre Norheim first began the trend of skis with curved sides, bindings with stiff heel bands made of willow, and the slalom turn style.

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Age categories

The various age groups are divided into three main groups, A, B, and C.
Group A 
Men: 30+, 35+, 40+, 45+, 50+ (A01–A05)
Group B 
Men: 55+, 60+, 65+,70+,75+, 80+, 85+, 90+, 95+, 100+ (B6–B15)
Group C 
Women: 30+, 35+, 40+, 45+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, 75+, 80+, 85+, 90+ (C1–C13)

Masters competitors must have reached their 30th birthday by December 31st of the year prior to the competition to be permitted to take part in the WWMG. The age at this date further defines the athletes age category.

Events and disciplines

Slalom
Giant slalom
Super G
Parallel Slalom

“The IMGA doesn’t allow building new venues and encourages the host cities to use existing facilities to keep the costs lower. Therefore, all sport information is subject to changes depending on the venues available.”

Athlete Comments & Reviews

“Seeing the older athletes, I’m like, that’s what I want to do!”

“The inspiration watching those in their 70s/80s, still out there running, I’m like, that’s what I want to do. There’s just no giving up.”

“Playing sport helps in daily life”

“I think competing is part of life. Life is all about competing, learning how to roll with the punches and get up and fight again for another day. And that’s what sports is all about.”

All levels are welcome to participate”

“You can still play sport, you challenge yourself on a different level, but you can still make it.”

★★★★★

"Participating in the Masters Games has not only improved my fitness but also introduced me to lifelong friends from around the world."

John Doe
Athlete, USA

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