Ice House Fundraiser for Josip Brusić

Join us for a fun and family-friendly Ice House Fundraiser supporting Josip Brusić — a dedicated Canadian skeleton athlete on his journey to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.

This special session offers participants a chance to experience the thrill of pushing a skeleton sled, the explosive start of a skeleton race. The Ice House is a world-class facility where athletes train to perfect their push technique without completing the full track.

Each participant will get several turns on the sled, with each run (there and back) lasting about 30–60 seconds. The session will be led by a Skeleton Canada coach, Josip, and additional helpers to ensure a fun and safe experience for all.

We’ll wrap up the day with a friendly race featuring different age groups, and prizes will be awarded to the winners!

Meet Josip Brusić

Born in Rijeka, Croatia, Josip moved to Canada in 2014 and discovered skeleton three years ago through his track and field coach’s recommendation. He quickly fell in love with the sport while training in Whistler and has since made remarkable progress:

• Named to the Canadian National Team in his second year
• Represented Canada in international competitions
• Became Canadian Champion, successfully defending his title in 2024/25

Now entering his first Olympic season, Josip is competing in selection races across North America and Korea as he pursues his dream of qualifying for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
All proceeds from this event will go toward supporting Josip’s training, travel, and competition expenses during this crucial season.

Who Can Join

• All ages welcome!
• Participants must be 3 years or older to slide.
• Fee: $25 per person
• Kids under 16 attend free!

What to Bring

The Ice House requires that all skin be covered and helmets worn during participation.
Please bring:

• Long-sleeved top and full-length pants
• Thin gloves
• Helmet (bike or ski helmets are acceptable)

We will provide: helmets (if needed), specialized shoes, and sleds.

Arrival Time

Please arrive 30 minutes early (by 11:00 AM) to allow time for gear fitting and orientation before the session begins.