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Vouchers 24 – 26 April 2026
10th European Formation Skiing Championships
Why participate?
- Compete against Europe's best, judged by an international panel
- Experience world-class slopes in the Silvretta Arena Samnaun/Ischgl
- Win attractive cash prizes
- Celebrate community, sportsmanship, and strong team spirit
Schedule and program
| Date | Program item |
|---|---|
| Thu, Apr 23, 2026 | Free practice for the teams |
| Fri, Apr 24, 2026 | Official training, team meeting, dinner together |
| Sat, Apr 25, 2026 | Qualifying rounds, concert as part of the Spring Snow Festival |
| Sun, Apr 26, 2026 | Qualifying rounds, final rounds & award ceremony |
| Date | Thu, Apr 23, 2026 | Fri, Apr 24, 2026 | Sat, Apr 25, 2026 | Sun, Apr 26, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program item | Free practice for the teams | Official training, team meeting, dinner together | Qualifying rounds, concert as part of the Spring Snow Festival | Qualifying rounds, final rounds & award ceremony |
Categories and conditions of participation
The European Championships will be held in the following categories:
- Children/Youth
- Women
- Men/Mixed
- Masters
A team consists of 6 riders and a maximum of 4 reserve riders. Teams from all over Europe are eligible to participate – ski schools, clubs, or formed groups.
Compulsory Figure
The compulsory run at the Formations European Championships is a precision test: from the start line you enter a long, smooth arc, followed by a short-turn “marathon,” and you finish with a razor-sharp stop on a single line. The compulsory is skied on both Saturday and Sunday — the lower score is discarded.
Good news for your preparation: it’s the same compulsory run used at the Ski Instructor Festival #2 in Ramsau. That means fewer different figures to learn, more focused training time — and you can really fine-tune rhythm, synchronisation, and spacing.
Registration and contact
Registration is done directly via the online form.
Registration deadline: April 19, 2026
Contact: info@samnaun.ch
Competition mode, evaluation, and jury
The Formation European Championships follow a structured competition format that ensures fair conditions for all teams. Judging is carried out by an international jury.
Competition mode (Women, Men/Mixed, and Masters)
The competition is divided into three parts:
1. Qualification
The qualification consists of three runs:
- a specified compulsory figure, which is performed once on Saturday and once on Sunday. The lower score from these two runs is discarded.
- a freely chosen freestyle figure with technical formation elements.
2. Final round
All teams compete in the final round. In the final round, a freely selectable freestyle figure with show elements and show interludes is performed.
The winning team is the one that achieves the highest total number of points after the compulsory run (better result), freestyle run, and final freestyle.
Competition mode (children/youth)
The competition is divided into three parts:
1. Qualification
The qualification consists of three runs:
- a specified compulsory figure, which is performed once on Saturday and once on Sunday. The lower score from these two runs is discarded.
- a freely chosen freestyle figure.
2. Final round
All teams compete in the final round. In the final round, a freely selectable freestyle figure is performed.
The winning team is the one that achieves the highest total number of points after three evaluated runs.
Want even more action on the snow?
When Austria’s top ski instructors meet at Rittisberg in Ramsau am Dachstein in early March, one thing takes center stage: top-level formation skiing. On March 6–7, teams of six impress with precise choreography, perfect synchronization, and creative ski patterns — a thrilling mix of athletic excellence and show. Teams from other nations are also welcome to take part. The program is rounded out by additional competitions, including individual demo runs showcasing technical precision and personal style.
Prize money
| Ranks | Men/Mixed | Women | Masters | Children/Youth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st rank | CHF 1000 | CHF 1000 | CHF 1000 | CHF 600 |
| 2nd rank | CHF 700 | CHF 700 | CHF 700 | CHF 400 |
| 3rd rank | CHF 500 | CHF 500 | CHF 500 | CHF 300 |
| Ranks | 1st rank | 2nd rank | 3rd rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men/Mixed | CHF 1000 | CHF 700 | CHF 500 |
| Women | CHF 1000 | CHF 700 | CHF 500 |
| Masters | CHF 1000 | CHF 700 | CHF 500 |
| Children/Youth | CHF 600 | CHF 400 | CHF 300 |
Book accommodation
Samnaun offers numerous accommodations for teams—especially hotels and vacation apartments. We can assist you with booking upon request.
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Experience even more during the event weekend!
Another highlight awaits you on Saturday evening: the International Spring Snow Festival on Alp Trida! Look forward to live music with Beatrice Egli, a lively atmosphere, and spring fever in the middle of the snow.