FIS Freeride World Tour celebrates freeride inclusion in the Alpes 2030 Olympic Winter Games

The FIS Freeride World Tour (FWT) proudly welcomes the decision by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), announced today in Lausanne, to include freeride skiing and snowboarding on the Alpes 2030 Olympic Winter Games programme. Freeride will make its Olympic debut in 2030, a first for a sport built on natural terrain and judged on the line a rider chooses.

The inclusion of freeride in the Olympic programme marks a defining moment in the sport's evolution and recognition at the highest level. It reflects freeride’s growth from a small competitive scene into a worldwide discipline with a fast-expanding base of athletes and fans.

As the home of competitive freeride, the FWT has shaped the sport's development for three decades, from the creation of the legendary Xtreme Verbier in 1996 to the inaugural FIS Freeride World Championships in 2026. Today, the FWT provides a structured pathway for athletes through four competition series, from Junior and Qualifier events to Challenger competitions and the elite Freeride World Tour, giving riders of all ages and abilities the opportunity to participate and progress within the sport.

The FWT ecosystem now includes more than 10,000 licensed riders worldwide and hosts over 300 competitions annually across four continents. This pathway nurtures the next generation of freeride talent and drives the sport's continued growth.

Olympic inclusion will create new opportunities for current and future generations of freeriders. Competing at the Games will allow athletes to showcase their skills on the highest stage in sport, represent their nations, and inspire new audiences worldwide.

Looking ahead to the Alpes 2030 Olympic Winter Games, the FWT remains committed to the growth, accessibility, and global development of freeride, and to helping shape an exciting new chapter in the sport's history.

For more information on freeride's path to the Alpes 2030 Olympic Winter Games, including updates on the qualification pathway as they are confirmed, visit: https://www.freerideworldtour.com/olympic-integration/.