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Windells Snowboard Camp breeds champions in Oslo

February 24, 2012 By

The WSF TTR World Snowboarding Championships in Oslo, Norway came to a close last Sunday. Two hundred and forty of the world’s best snowboarders gathered to compete in Slopestyle, Halfpipe and Quarterpipe. The World Champion podiums were packed with former Windells campers and Team members.

Windells familiar faces, Chas Guldemond and Spencer O’Brien, were dubbed Slopestyle World Champions after their impressive performances on the perfectly groomed course. Guldemond earned his $40,000 bounty with a frontside blunt 270 out, front board to 450 out, switch back 1260, back 1080, tailpress to back 180 and a huge cab 1260 to put the icing on the cake. Spencer’s run sent her to the top of the women’s Slopestyle podium accompanied by Jaime Anderson and Enni Rukajarvi. O’Brien was able to stump Anderson’s success streak with a front board, noseslide, back 540, switch back 540, 50-50, and a lofty front 720.

Louie Vito and Matt Ladley, contenders for the Men’s Halfpipe Championship title, have spent plenty of time at Camp. Windells camper and Burton team rider, Kelly Clark, made this her 15th consecutive Halfpipe win. Clark made her run look easy: frontside air, backside 540 mute, frontside 1080 mute, cab 720 mute, and frontside inverted 720.

Windells has given these world class athletes the opportunity to ride and train in the off season on world renown facilities. We’re proud to see the hard work of team members and campers pay off, clearly, in big ways. Want to get in on the action? Head to www.windells.com to see what Windells can do for you. Reserve your spot for Spring and Summer Camps today!

Will Bateman is coming to camp Session 1 2012!

February 15, 2012 By

Will Bateman is one of our favorite people. He’s hilarious, an awesome friend, and a heck of a good snowboarder. Oh yeah, he is sick on a skateboard, too. Will hosted Session 1 last year and it was a pretty amazing time, so we’re more than stoked that Will is coming back in 2012 during Session 1 for his Team Takeover Session.

Will is always down to shred with campers and help them learn new tricks. You may have gotten to ride with him last year, but if not, come out to Session 1 and take some laps with Will! His riding is really creative and he offers up a unique look at lines and features in the park. For anyone that hasn’t gotten the chance to become friends with Will, here’s a little bit from Mr. Bateman, himself. [Read more...]

Windells Academy students take major competitions by storm

February 14, 2012 By

A handful of Windells Academy students are causing quite the commotion in the emerging freeski lineup. Most recently, Senior Academy student and Indiana native, Nick Goepper, took first in Men’s Ski Slopestyle at the Winter Dew Tour Championships at Snowbasin. Nick’s performance won him the number two spot for overall Dew Tour Slopestyle athletes, as well as his fifth consecutive podium at a major event. Nick was named the Mitch Breakthrough Male Athlete of the Year. Currently, Nick holds the number one spot for Men’s Slopestyle in the AFP Top 100. Huge congratulations, Nick, from all of us at Windells! Read more about Goepper’s win from Freeskier Magazine and Alli Sports.

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Alex Beaulieu-Marchand, Senior Windells Academy student from Quebec City, Canada, took 10th in Men’s Ski Slopestyle at the final Dew stop. ABM placed 9th at the Waterville stop and he was runner up for the Ballpark Rookie of the Year award. ABM has had an impressive year and the Windells Academy staff of teachers and coaches are ecstatic about his overall performance.

Both Nick and ABM have received offers from the US and Canadian Freeski Teams. Mike Hanley, Windells Academy President, describes both boys as academically driven. After graduation, Alex has his sights set on Universite Laval in Quebec and Nick plans to attend Westminster in Utah.

Windells alumni are continuing their successes years after they graduate from the Academy. Maggie Stout, Pennsylvania native, placed second in Women’s Pipe at the North Face Open. Congrats, Maggie!

For more information on Windells Camp and Windells Academy, visit our websites at www.windells.com and www.windellsacademy.com.

Windells Academy student Nick Goepper wins Silver in X Games 2012

January 27, 2012 By

Nick Goepper, a third-year Windells Academy student, placed second in the Men’s Ski Slopestyle finals at this year’s Winter X Games in Aspen, Colorado. The event took place Thursday night under the lights on the challenging slopestyle course. “Wall Street”, as the announcers nicknamed the urban-style jib features, includes a 25ft cargo container that 17-year-old Goepper and Gold medalist, 24-year-old Tom Wallisch, had no problem topping. After the urban portion, the athletes face four 60 to 70 foot jumps. Goepper and Wallisch landed almost identical, nearly perfect runs. Goepper qualified first in the elimination round with a score of 93.33 and finished second, just 1.34 points behind Wallisch’s record setting 96.00.

The first night of X Games was blanketed by a spirit of celebration in light of the recent loss of our dear Sarah Burke. Nick tweeted last night after the big event, “I’m going to sleep well tonight. Thanks, Sarah, for an epic night!” Burton’s Kelly Clark and a handful of other X Games athletes were showcasing Celebrate Sarah stickers on their helmets.

Photo credit Aaron Ontiveroz, The Denver Post

Goepper attends Fall, Spring and Summer semesters at Windells Academy. Nick’s commitment to training in the off-season has allowed him to podium at professional level events. Nick’s next big competition is the Dew Tour Championships in Ogden, Utah, February 9th.

Watch Nick’s qualifying run and go to ESPN.com to watch his second run at finals.

Congrats Dania Assaly!

January 12, 2011 By

Windells Summer guest pro, Dania Assaly, is absolutely dominating the podiums this season!  Clenching first place at the Dew Tour Superpipe in December and now taking the crown at The North Face Park & Pipe Open Series at Northstar-at-Tahoe. Congrats Dania from all of your Windells family, we are so proud of your accomplishments!

Happy New Year To All!

January 2, 2011 By

Wishing all of you a wonderful New Year! May 2011 bring lot’s of snow and many days of shredding! Thank you for making 2010 the best Summer to date, your Windells family is working hard to ensure that your experience at camp this year is better than ever. Make your new year’s resolution to join us for a session and experience the time of your life!

Holiday Fix Reminder!

December 15, 2010 By

Don’t wait until the Summer to get your hands on Windells gear!

Be one of the first 15 people to register and pay in full for Summer Camp by Dec. 31st and receive the Holiday Fix Pack including:

  1. $100 Discount on 2011 Summer Camp Session
  2. Windells Exclusive Hoody
  3. Windells Custom Beanie by Neff
  4. Windells Signature Tee
  5. Custom Dakine Viper Pipe Gloves
  6. Windells Sticker Pack
  7. NEW Summer 2010 DVD

It’s that easy, simply enter iheartwindells into the Discount Code field during your online registration. Shabam! Windells gear will be shipped right to your house.

WIN A WEEK AT WINDELLS CAMP THIS WEEKEND AT THE SACRAMENTO SKIDAZZLE!

November 18, 2010 By

Ready to get your rail on early season?  Well strap on your gear as Ski Dazzle® shows in two cities – Sacramento, November 20 & 21, and Los Angeles, December 2 – 5, are throwing one of the first rail jam contests of the season.

Skiers and snowboarders and can show friends, family, resorts and the ski & snowboard industry “who’s got the right stuff” where winners walk away with cool prizes, new gear, or even a week at Windells Camp!

Ski Dazzle’s 80-foot indoor rail hill was a hit last year with all riders and offers 20’ box and rail features for aspiring riders to compete in front of huge crowds.

The Ski Dazzle® Rail Jam is open to boys and girls in two brackets: under 15 years of age, and 15 and older.  Registration is easy, just go to SkiDazzle.com and click on the “Rail Jam Contest” link or “Contest” tab on the home page. Contestants may register online for this event, or download the “Ski Dazzle® Rail Jam Contest” official registration form, fill it out and fax or mail the form by the noted deadline. Contestants must follow all the instructions posted on the website and must have a completed official registration form. Space is limited so be sure to sign up early to confirm your spot.  Limited space in the rail jam may be available at the Ski Dazzle shows on a first-come, first-served basis.

Every competitor will be required to wear a helmet; bring a photo ID if 18 years of age or older, and sign a waiver. If under 18 years of age, the competitor must have a parent present at the event, and a signed consent form. Rail Jam contestants must bring their own equipment.   A complete daily schedule for practice and competition will be posted via a “Ski Dazzle® Rail Jam Contest™” hotlink on www.SkiDazzle.com.

Andy Irons – You Will Be Missed

November 3, 2010 By

For those of you who don’t already know, a true legend of surfing, Andy Irons, unexpectedly passed away yesterday at the young age of 33.  With sincere sympathy, we send our love and prayers to Andy’s wife Lyndie, his family and friends. His legend will live on the hearts and minds of the Windells ‘ohana forever. Much Love.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

October 31, 2010 By

The Windells Family wishes you a fun and safe Halloween weekend!  Celebrate by coming to our Open Skate/BMX “Best Costume Contest” for your chance to win great prizes and stock up on candy and stickers! Have you ever played Zombie Dodge Ball in BOB? Peep this summer activities video to see how it’s done at the “funnest” place on earth!

Windells 4 & 5, 2010: Activities! from Windells on Vimeo.