Alpine, Backcountry & Park

Ski & Snowboard

Calgary is the gateway to world-class skiing. Our team knows ACL rehab, pre-season conditioning, and return-to-slope protocols better than anyone.

From Nakiska to Lake Louise to Whistler, Calgary skiers and snowboarders push hard — and when injuries happen, they need a team that understands the specific demands of skiing and snowboarding. We specialize in the full spectrum of care: from same-season acute injury management to off-season ACL reconstruction rehab and pre-season return-to-snow protocols.

Our Approach

Pre-season ACL prevention screening, post-surgical return-to-snow protocols, and in-season injury management — we cover the full ski calendar. We also provide custom knee brace fitting (DonJoy, Össur CTi) for skiers returning from ligament injuries who want the confidence of professional protection on the hill.

Common Ski & Snowboard Injuries We Treat

ACL Tears & Knee Ligament Injuries

The most common serious ski injury. We provide comprehensive ACL rehab — pre-surgical, post-surgical, and return-to-snow — with custom bracing consultation for unstable knees.

MCL Sprains

Medial knee sprains from carving falls. Grade I–III MCL rehabilitation with return-to-slope milestones.

Shoulder Injuries (SLAP, Rotator Cuff)

Fall-related shoulder injuries including SLAP tears, rotator cuff strains, and AC joint separations.

Skier's Thumb (UCL)

Ulnar collateral ligament injuries from pole-planting falls — splinting, manual therapy, and functional grip rehab.

Snowboarder's Ankle & Wrist

Ankle and wrist injuries from heel-edge catches. Full post-casting rehabilitation and return-to-park protocols.

Lower Back Pain

Disc and facet pain from the forward-flexed ski stance. Manual therapy, decompression, and season-long management.

The Program

What the Ski & Snowboard Program Includes

01

Strength & Stability Training — Build the power and edge control for confident skiing on varied terrain all day.

02

Dynamic Flexibility Routines — Shoulder and hip mobility to improve body position and reduce fatigue through long ski runs.

03

Core Strength Challenge — Stable core for impact absorption, balance, and maintaining form on steep or mogul terrain.

04

Balance & Agility Boost — Centering and edge control on uneven terrain — critical for carving and off-piste skiing.

05

Lower Body Power Workouts — Leg strength and explosive power to drive through turns and survive long days on the mountain.

06

Endurance Building Plan — 21-day stamina elevation so you can ski harder from first chair to last.

07

Advanced Recovery Techniques — Soreness reduction and faster healing between ski days — critical for multi-day resort trips.

08

Ski-Specific Conditioning — Full-body strength training built around the demands of alpine, backcountry, and park skiing.

09

Injury Prevention Protocols — Pre-season ACL screening and targeted prevention work for knees, shoulders, and wrists.

10

Ski Fitness Assessment — Performance evaluation and personalized seasonal plan to keep you on the hill all winter.

The ACS Commitment

Measurable Results or We Keep Working

We build customized programs delivered by a multidisciplinary team with over 25 years treating Calgary athletes. You'll see measurable improvements in strength, mobility, and performance — or we keep working with you until you do.

25+

Years Treating Athletes

6

Sport Programs

Direct Billing Available

Insurance & Billing

Direct Billing Made Simple

At Action Sports Clinic, we direct bill most major group insurance plans — so you can focus entirely on your recovery, not the paperwork. Access physiotherapy, chiropractic, massage therapy, and more with no upfront out-of-pocket hassle.

  • Direct billing for most major group insurance plans
  • Maximize the benefits in your health insurance program
  • Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, Massage & more covered
  • No upfront payment — we handle the submission
  • Get the care you need, when you need it
  • Focus on recovery and performance — not logistics
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