Fall LAUNCH Sessions: 3-Hour Airbag Training in Barrie, Ontario

At the edge of Barrie, Ontario, LAUNCH's Fall Sessions transform a suburban training ground into a focused lab for aerial progression. These scheduled, three-hour blocks place athletes on a synthetic dry slope anchored by a competition-grade landing bag and sprung trampolines so skiers and snowboarders can rehearse rotations, tweak grabs, and test inverted moves with drastically reduced consequence. The setup - dry slope, trampoline, and airbag - lets riders break down each phase of a trick: approach, pop, aerial awareness, and a cushioned landing. What makes LAUNCH a standout in the Ontario outdoor community is how it bridges winter sport technique and year-round athlete development. Freestyle Ontario and Canada Snowboard coaching standards govern who can supervise sessions, so every hour on the bag follows national safety protocols: coaches require Air 1-3 certifications depending on maneuvers, and triples or high-risk training must involve approved, listed coaches. Canadian athletes also need current NSO/PTSA/PTSO licenses, and international coaches must provide ten-million-dollar liability insurance before arrival. Operational details are athlete-facing and precise. Check in at the Freestyle Ontario/Ontario Snowboard tent 30 minutes before your session (Session 1: 10:00-13:00; Session 2: 13:00-16:00; Session 3: 16:00-19:00). Coaches inspect equipment on site; any skis or boards with cracked edges or delamination are refused. All athletes must wax bases before use - paraffin is recommended - and the facility bans lubricants like dish soap or oils and forbids smoking near the airbag. Sessions favor athletes working on progression rather than casual play: expect structured time under a certified coach, enforced safety briefings, and a staff presence that can accommodate team buyouts for private training with additional safety staffing. Bring a helmet, full-coverage clothing (no exposed skin), gloves, and well-maintained gear: boots and boards/skis that pass inspection. For visitors to Barrie, LAUNCH offers a rare off-snow training option that keeps competition seasons moving and reduces on-snow wear. The facility's combination of trampoline-to-airbag progression and strict coach certification makes it a regional hub for skill acquisition, risk management, and confident landings. Whether you're dialing a new trick or preparing a team for competition, Fall LAUNCH Sessions compress months of learning into controlled three-hour windows under established national standards. LAUNCH also supports team scheduling and private rentals: additional bookings outside normal operating hours are available with a facility buyout and will include extra safety staff—contact [email protected] for inquiries. Coaches planning freeski triples must verify their status with the Freestyle Ontario Executive Director ([email protected]) at least 48 hours before training. The training environment rewards repetition: small adjustments under a certified eye translate quickly to cleaner on-snow runs. If you're serious about progression, come prepared, respect equipment checks, and treat the airbag session as focused practice. Spectators are welcome from designated viewing areas.