CVA freestyle student Nick Rosenberger seems to float in mid-air off the "air hill" jump at Sugarloaf. To go off a large jump like the air hill, requires lots of practice and a progression that begins with trampoline training and continues with many smaller jumps on the mountain. Coaches are on hand at all times to ensure the athletes' safety. CVA's Freeride program was the first of its kind in the country. (Steve Mitman photo) |