NH Ski Racing Age Groups

The racer's age as of 12/31 determines which age group they belong in for a given ski season.

J6

J6 racers are age 8 and below.  The USSA/NHARA does not encourage racing at this age, but J6 racers are allowed into some open races and into some regional Buddy Werner League (BWL), races.

J5

J5 racers are age 9-10.  They are eligible to participate in BWL races. 

J4

J4 racers are age 11-12.  They are eligible to participate in BWL races.

J3

J3 racers are age 13-14.  They race in events all the way from regional to national depending on rankings. 

J2 / J1

J2 (age 15-16) and J1 (age 17-19) racers compete in events all the way from regional to national depending on rankings. 

Note that for the 2012 - 2013 season, all age groups will increase by 1 year