Participation
In the race there may participate children born between 01.01.2011 and 31.12.2020. The competitors start in pairs on parallel giant slalom runs which after the first part become a single run.
Start and Race Course
The start, located next to the top station of the Fermeda chairlift on the Seceda alpine meadow, takes place at 8:30 a.m., with both racers starting simultaneously, as is customary in parallel slalom races.Where the two courses merge (just below the Daniel hut), participants must pass between the double red and blue gates. The start for the superbaby and baby categories will take place 200 metres further down, and these will be the last categories to start. The finish area is located near the Cuca hut.
Overtaking other participants during the race is permitted, provided it is done under safe conditions and without endangering or obstructing other competitors.
Categories
Participants are classified as: superbaby, baby (start is approximately 200 m below and it will be the last category starting), cuccioli, ragazzi and allievi, respectively female & male. The starting order of the categories may change at any time prior to the start of the very first participant. Other categories may be added by the Organisation Committee at its own discretion.
For the family ranking there will be added 34 seconds if the child participated in the superbaby category (shorter racetrack). If in any category there are not at least six participants the O.C. may decide to admit the participants to another more numerous category.
Cancellations
Registrations must reach the O.C. accompanied by the registration fee and medical certificate of sound health within 01.03.2027.
Once the maximum number of 400 participants has been reached, registration will be closed.
Cancellations, with entitlement to the repayment of the registration charge, must be communicated by (gardenissima@valgardena.it) by 01.03.2027, together with a medical certificate, which confirms the medical grounds for non-participation. The fee paid for the Aiut Alpin insurance cannot be repaid in any circumstances. Name changes are also only permitted 01.03.2027.
Event cancellation
The event’s execution depends on the prevailing weather and snow conditions. The course conditions may vary and differ between participants. In case of insufficient snow or adverse weather conditions, the organizer reserves the right to postpone, or cancel the race or rather shorten the course. If the event cannot take place due to force majeure, the participation fee will not be refunded.
Skipass
Participants will receive a 50% discount on the Val Gardena/Alpe di Siusi skipass for one, two or three days (Friday 2nd of April, Saturday 3rd of April, Sunday 4th of April 2027). The skipass can be bought at the valley stations of the Col Raiser and Seceda lifts as well as at the skipass offices in Selva (Ciampinoi), or Ortisei (Alpe di Siusi). It is not possible to buy the reduced skipass online.
Race inspection
Registration gives the right to an inspection of the track (once only), setting off from the departure gates on the day of the race itself from 7.45 a.m. to 8.15 a.m. The Seceda cablecar will be open from 7.00 a.m. and the Col Raiser cable car from 7.15 a.m.
Race number distribution
Race bib numbers will be distributed on Friday 2nd of April 2027 between 3.00 p.m and 7.30 p.m. at the Cultural Center in Selva di Val Gardena.
Security
Wearing a helmet is mandatory. Helmets can be rented at various ski rental shops in Val Gardena. It is also strongly recommended to wear a back protector. Each participant must carry a valid ID and skipass during the race.
Mountain rescue and medical staff will be present along the course to ensure the safety of all participants.
Results and prizegiving
Results will be published on Sunday 4th of April 2027 in the arrival zone. The prize-giving ceremony will take place at 2:30 p.m at the mountain station Seceda.
To accept prizes the participant must be present at the prize-giving ceremony. The starting list and the results list may also be found and referred to on www.gardenissima.eu
Gardenissima KIDS Club Trophy
Ski clubs qualify for the Club Trophy with at least 20 children who actually start the race. Children who do not finish or are disqualified count towards this minimum; registered children who do not start do not count. Each child may represent only one club. A consistent club name must be used when registering. Any corrections must be submitted to the organiser before the race begins.
The club ranking is calculated by adding each club’s five highest individual scores, regardless of age category or gender. Points are awarded according to placings within each category: 30 points for 1st place, 29 for 2nd, down to 1 point for 30th place. Placings from 31st onwards, non-finishes and disqualifications receive zero points. Children tied in the official results receive the same score.
Each club also receives 10 bonus points for every full 100 km of road distance between its registered address and the Seceda cable car valley station in Ortisei. The distance bonus is added once per club to the sum of its five highest individual scores. The organiser calculates the shortest road route using the same mapping service for all clubs. The club’s registered address must be provided to the organiser before the race begins.
The club with the highest total wins. If totals are equal, the five counting scores are compared from highest to lowest; the first higher score determines the winner. If the tie remains, the sixth-highest score and subsequent scores are compared, with a missing result counting as zero. The club with more actual starters then ranks higher. If a complete tie remains, the funding is shared equally.
The winner receives €3,000 in funding to support its activities and becomes the Gardenissima KIDS Partner Club 2027/28. In return, it displays the Gardenissima KIDS logo during the 2027/28 season on its club minibus or club clothing. An alternative display may be agreed with the organiser. The winner also publishes a post about the partnership on its existing social media channels.
Payment follows verification of the club ranking and signing an agreement covering logo placement and size, implementation dates and responsibility for production costs. The organiser supplies the logo files. If the funding is shared, these obligations apply to each recipient club. If no club reaches the minimum of 20 starters, no funding is awarded.
Variations
The O.C. reserves the right to change the rules if necessary in the interests of the effective running of the race.
Claims
Complaints can be submitted no earlier than 45 minutes before and no later than 15 minutes before the award ceremony, with a deposit of €50.
In the case of an unjustified complaint, the deposit will not be refunded. Complaints during or after the prize-giving ceremony will not be accepted.
FISI - regulations
For all matters not specifically provided for the O. C. shall refer to the federal technical rules (FISI-Rules).
Data protection
All relevant information regarding the privacy policy at the time of event registration can be found at the following link: https://www.gardenissima.eu/en/privacy/registration-form
Photography Policy
During the event, photos or videos may be taken for documentary and promotional purposes. By submitting the registration form through a parent or legal guardian, you implicitly agree to allow your children to be photographed and recorded unless you expressly opt out. To revoke consent or for any questions, please contact us at the following e-mail address: gardenissima@valgardena.it. Your children may be photographed unless you explicitly opt out.
Responsibility
The O.C. accepts no liability in the event of loss or theft of one's personal belongings.