Verizon-USA Luge Slider Search
Since 1985, the USLA (sponsored by Verizon) has conducted a summertime nationwide recruitment search for young athletes, ages 11 to 14, who are interested and show natural ability in luge. In 2007, the Recruitment Tour stopped in nine different locations across the country. Over the years, more than 16,000 kids have given luge a try. Cost: $15.
Olympic and National team coaches and athletes will teach you the basics of riding, steering, and stopping a specially designed, wheeled “street luge” sled. When you’re ready, you can try a few runs on a paved hill (sometimes a soap box derby route). You will also be tested for strength and fitness. If you impress the coaches, you may be invited to visit an ice track in Park City, Lake Placid, or Negaunee, Michigan to test your new skills on ice. Top performers will be invited to join the USA Luge Junior Development Team. From there, you can work your way up through a six-rung development ladder toward winning a place on the National or Olympic Team.
Visit USA Luge to learn more about the Verizon-USA Luge Slider Search. You must pre-register for the 3-hour clinic, and the registration fee is $15.
Utah Olympic Park - Luge Introduction Camps
All of these camps require pre-registration and fill up quickly!
Summer Luge Clinics
Sponsored by the Wasatch Luge Club, these are 2-hour clinics for children, offered throughout the summer. Kids get coaching, take runs on a wheeled street luge, and if they show interest and talent, they may be invited to return for the winter training program. Cost: Free.
Youth Training Program
This regular winter program is offered through the Wasatch Luge Club and makes luge available to local children age 9 to 12. It takes place at the Olympic ice track where kids will receive instruction and up to 4 abbreviated ice runs. Cost: Free.
Adult Beginner Luge Program
Anyone can attend these beginner clinics sponsored by the Wasatch Luge Club, but they are held on Thursday evenings throughout the winter (school nights) and mainly target adults interested in giving luge a try. Space in these clinics is limited and you must pre-register. Cost: $75.
Adult’s Intro Camp
Three-hour introductory luge clinic for those 18 and over. You will receive instruction and up to 3 ice runs at the Utah Olympic Park. Cost: $150.
Olympic Legacy Adventure Camp
This is a 4-day summer camp for children ages 9 to 14. Experienced coaches at Utah Olympic Park provide instruction for 10 Winter Olympic sports, including luge. The camp runs all day long, from Tuesday to Friday. Cost: $395.