About Crystal Wright
Crystal Wright
Freeride World Tour Champion, Business Owner and Fitness Coach
A World Cup Freeride Champion and Jackson Hole native, Crystal brings expertise, passion, and inspiration to everything she does.
Early Life and Love for the Outdoors
Growing Up in Jackson Hole, WY
I was born in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in 1982. My parents had moved to Jackson in the '70s as ski bums and have lived there ever since. I started skiing on wooden skis down my driveway when I was just two years old. When I was five, my family took on managing Big Sandy Ranch in Pinedale, WY, nestled at the base of the Wind River Mountains. The ranch, two hours from Jackson and 50 miles from the closest town, had no electricity. Summers were spent on the ranch, winters back in Jackson. This unique upbringing sparked a love for the outdoors, where I took up horseback riding, barrel racing, and roping at nine, along with rock climbing and mountain biking—adventures that soon rivaled my love for skiing.
Journey to Competitive Skiing
Racing with the U.S. Ski Team
I started ski racing with the Jackson Hole Ski Club at nine and steadily advanced through the ranks. By age 15, I was a member of the Western Region Elite Ski Team, traveling with the U.S. Ski Team across Europe and South America until I was 20. A highlight of my early career was in 2002 when I was chosen to forerun the Women’s Olympic downhill at Snowbasin, Utah. It was a thrill to be the first to ski the course and compete among world-class athletes. I also earned top-five finishes in various Nor-Ams and Europa Cup downhills. My college years took me to Montana State University, where I transitioned to technical events for NCAA skiing and joined the rodeo team, traveling for competitions throughout fall and winter.
The Shift to Freeskiing
Embracing Big Mountain Skiing
Though I was deeply involved in racing, my love for freeskiing and skiing the Jackson Hole backcountry never faded. I eagerly awaited the end of my racing career to dive into big mountain competitions. Skiing powder and steeps with friends and family fueled my passion and kept me competing at a high level for many years. After nine years on the Freeskiing and Freeride World Tours, I retired from the tour but continued pushing my limits in skiing. Winning the Freeskiing World Tour in 2009 and 2012 and achieving 22 podium finishes were highlights of this chapter.
Coaching, Training, and Community Empowerment
Building Wright Training and Jackson Hole Babe Force
In addition to skiing, I am passionate about fitness and training. I own Wright Training, a gym focused on helping people recover from injury and achieve peak mountain performance. In 2012, I co-founded Jackson Hole Babe Force, a community for women to support each other in the mountains, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and challenge themselves. I also coach women’s camps in Jackson Hole, combining my expertise in skiing and training to empower the next generation of skiers.
Join Crystal on Your Next Adventure
Whether you're looking to improve your skiing, join a women's camp, or push yourself in the mountains, Crystal Wright offers the expertise and inspiration to help you reach new heights. Explore her upcoming camps or learn more about how you can get involved in her programs.
