At Westcastle Ski Club, our coaches are the heartbeat of our program. With decades of combined experience at provincial, national, and international levels, they bring passion, expertise, and a proven track record of developing champions—both on and off the hill.
Garrett Wilson – U14/16 Coach & Program Advisor
Garrett brings 15 years of progressive coaching leadership, having developed athletes at every competitive level. His journey from coaching U12s while actively racing FIS, to leading U16 programs, to serving as Head FIS Coach showcases his deep understanding of the athlete development pathway.
During his tenure as Program and Executive Director at Sunshine Ski Club, Garrett shaped performance standards and long-term athlete development strategies that produced exceptional results. Now at WSC, he leverages this comprehensive experience to elevate our U14/16 programs and mentor our coaching team.
Qualifications: 15 years progressive coaching | Former FIS athlete | Former Program & Executive Director
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Jean-Marc Martel – U12 Coach & Program Advisor
JM brings contagious energy and a quarter-century of coaching mastery to our U12 athletes. His impressive career spans founding Alberta’s Ski Cross program, seven years as Provincial Coach with the Alberta Ski Team, and national-level expertise as an Alpine Canada Return-to-Snow Coach.
As a Performance Level Licensed Coach and Level 3 Official, JM combines elite technical knowledge with exceptional mentorship skills. His athletes don’t just improve—they thrive, developing the skills and confidence that carry them through their racing careers and beyond.
Qualifications: Performance Level Coach | Level 3 Official | 25+ years experience | Former Alberta Team Provincial Coach
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Why Choose WSC Coaching?
- Proven Results: Our coaches have developed athletes from first-time racers to national team members
- Comprehensive Development: Technical skills, mental preparation, and character building
- Clear Pathways: Seamless progression from Nancy Greene through FIS competition
- Individual Focus: Personalized attention within a team environment
- Innovation: Modern training methods backed by decades of experience