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ABOUT THE IFSA

The International Freeskiers Association (IFSA) was established in 1996 by freeskiing pioneer Shane McConkey. Freeskiing in the 1990s was described as different specifications of the alpine ski sport such as off-piste skiing, slopestyle, half-pipe, big air, and skiercross. McConkey believed that the sports in freeskiing needed an athlete driven governing body unlike FIS is to ski r

acing. Since then, the sport of freeskiing has grown rapidly and each of the disciplines have evolved into strong individual sports. Today IFSA is centered on junior and adult big mountain freeskiing competitions. In 2011 there were more than 70 big mountain competitions across the globe. By providing a unified professional body, the IFSA enhances the overall image of freeskiing with credible criteria and measurable judging formats and through the use of media, events and public awareness. The IFSA looks to provide athletes international recognition vital to the growth of our sport. The rules and standards of competition shall be enforced by the IFSA in cooperation with promoters, organizers, athletes, and officials. The IFSA reserves the right to amend, add to or change the official guidelines of competition. Event sanctioning is required for a athletes points to be included in the overall tour standings or feeder qualification.

06/02/2026

The 2026 season ended with a BANG 💥

We’re ready to keep the momentum going. 2027 Region 2 South American registration and membership are live on the IFSA website!


05/27/2026

The South American Qualifier season is just around the corner 🇦🇷🇨🇱

7 competitions, including a backcountry 4* at , are the perfect opportunity to start gaining 2027 points! Check out the IFSA website to start planning your season ⛷️🏂


The IFSA is Hiring an Executive Director! 🚨Freeride is growing fast — and we’re looking for a visionary leader to take I...
05/19/2026

The IFSA is Hiring an Executive Director! 🚨

Freeride is growing fast — and we’re looking for a visionary leader to take IFSA to the next level.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to athlete development, events, education, and community in freeride skiing, we’re seeking an exceptional Executive Director to shape our future.

This is a rare opportunity for someone who lives at the intersection of sport, leadership, and impact. You’ll work closely with athletes, coaches, staff, partners, and the broader mountain community to strengthen our programs and elevate freeride at every level.

Click the link in our bio for more information!

05/10/2026

Highlights from the JFC finals Day 2 at 🇦🇷🇨🇱🇺🇸🇨🇦 These young freeriders put on a show for the final comp of the Region 2 25/26 season!

Now we turn our attention back to South America, where we’ll kick off the new season in just a few months!


Throwback to Challenger Stop #1 at 🏔️Mixed conditions didn’t stop athletes from putting down some heavy lines the West...
04/22/2026

Throwback to Challenger Stop #1 at 🏔️

Mixed conditions didn’t stop athletes from putting down some heavy lines the West Ymir venue

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It was an insane 4 days of competition at the Junior Freeride Championship Kicking Horse Mountain Resort 🇨🇦🇺🇸🇦🇷🇨🇱Congrat...
04/14/2026

It was an insane 4 days of competition at the Junior Freeride Championship Kicking Horse Mountain Resort 🇨🇦🇺🇸🇦🇷🇨🇱

Congrats our podiuming athletes and big ups to every rider that dropped in! The future of Freeride is bright ⛷️🏂


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