With the close of the 2024/25 season, the International Ski Federation (FIS) celebrates a year marked by growth, inclusion, and the global development of skiing and snowboarding. Through high-level competitions and training programs, the organization not only raised sporting performance but also strengthened its commitment to access and equal opportunities. From World Cups to youth camps, thousands of athletes, coaches, and emerging nations benefited from a more robust and coordinated support structure.
In parallel, the FIS expanded its global network of members and revitalized its FIS Start and FIS Plus programs, bringing snow sports closer to corners of the world where they had been previously inaccessible. With over 6,600 days of skiing and snowboarding delivered and a record participation from developing national associations, the season was not only a success in numbers, but also a concrete step toward a more diverse and connected sports community.
A driver of inclusion, development, and Olympic projection
The results of this season reflect a deeply structured development strategy. Regional camps, technical initiatives, and new formats like the global rail event allowed young athletes and coaches to hone their skills and compete with greater access. Collaboration with organizing committees and the expansion of speed courses to regions such as Asia and South America clearly show an intent to build sustainable pathways aimed at high performance. In disciplines such as alpine skiing, park & pipe, cross-country, or Nordic combined, the programs not only trained athletes but also strengthened local networks and promoted exchange among emerging nations.
In addition, the FIS welcomed new members such as Azerbaijan and Saudi Arabia, and added Benin, Bhutan, and Indonesia as associates, expanding its global presence to 141 countries. With its sights set on the 2025/26 season, which will culminate at the Milano Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Games, the federation is already projecting a planning cycle through 2030. The objective is clear: to turn sports development into an inclusive platform that allows every aspirant, regardless of background, to reach the highest step of the winter podium.
