We worked with Jake Burton, Jeremy Jones, Jussi Okasanen, as well as Northstar and the Burton Progres-
sion Team to develop this revolutionary program. They are our founders and will continue to stay involved with the
Academy, so don't be surprised if you see them chilling in the lounge one day.
Jake Burton
Hometown:
Burlington, Vermont
Home Mountain:
Stowe, Vermont
Number of Days riding last season:
113
Favorite style of riding:
Trees
Top three tips for students:
-Always keep your downhill edge up.
-Put weight on your front foot.
-You are going to surf the mountain sideways and have fun
Top three tips for Coaches:
-Be enthusiastic and super positive.
-Teach them the three things I just mentioned.
-Show your student that snowboarding can change their life.
Jeremy Jones
Hometown:
Sandy, Utah
Home Mountain:
Northstar-at-Tahoe, California
Stance:
Goofy/24.5"wide/15°front/-9°back
Board:
Jeremy
Boot:
Jeremy Jones
Binding:
Cartel EST
Jussi Oksanen
Hometown:
Encinitas, California
Home Mountain:
Northstar-at-Tahoe, California
Stance:
Regular/24"wide/18°front/-12°back
Board:
Jussi
Boot:
Ion
Binding:
C O2 EST
