Andorran Skier Joan Aracil Heads to Chile for Preseason Training Camp
The off-piste skier with the Andorran Ski Federation seeks strong results in two September competitions to climb back to the elite Challenger tier on the world circuit.
Key Points
- Joan Aracil departs Andorra on August 17 for six-week snow training in Chile, returning September 30.
- Aims to return to Challenger level after dropping to Qualifier category last season.
- Will compete in IFSA event at Valle Arpa (Sept 9-12) and Freeride Chile Championship at El Colorado (Sept 16-17).
- Trained by Damià Costa and Dani Fornell to build conditioning and snow experience.
Joan Aracil, an Andorran off-piste skier with the Andorran Ski Federation (FAE), will head to Chile on 17 August for a six-week preseason training camp on snow, returning on 30 September.
After dropping to the Qualifier category at the end of last season, the rider aims to secure a return to the Challenger level by posting strong results. His stay will feature at least two competitions: the IFSA event at Valle Arpa from 9 to 12 September, and the Freeride Chile Championship at El Colorado on 16 or 17 September, depending on conditions.
Prior to departure, Aracil has been building his physical conditioning in Andorra under FAE trainer Damià Costa. He will continue working this season with coach Dani Fornell to gain more snow experience and boost his standing.
“The goal is to return to the Challenger,” Aracil said. He noted that consistent top performances in Qualifier events will be key to competing at the next tier of the world circuit.
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