🇮🇹 Martin Fahrner
Head Coach
Born 27. August 1993 in Meran (ITA)
Residence: Vetzan (ITA)
Helm & goggles: Tripoint
Skis: Nordica
Ski boots: Nordica
Gloves: Ziener
Clothes: GTS
Martin began skiing at the age of 2 and showed a natural
talent for the sport. However, due to various injuries, he ended his career as a skier prematurely and developed a keen interest in becoming a ski coach.
He spent three years at the sports high school in Schlanders, but for the last two years, he switched to the Economy high school and successfully completed his studies.
Martin is fluent in English and proficient in managing
media-related tasks, including social media, as well as planning and organizing for the WRA. Despite his young age, he possesses extensive experience in the ski industry.
In 2017, Martin's coaching skills were recognized when he
was honored as one of the top Italian coaches by the Italian ski magazine Solowattaggio. Since 2018, he has been leading the entire World Racing Academy as its director.
Achievements and stations as ski coach:
🇮🇹 Patrick Renner
2nd Coach
Born 28. Juni 1995 in Meran (ITA)
Residence: Hafling (ITA)
Helm & goggles: Tripoint
Skis: Fischer
Ski boots: Fischer
Gloves: Ziener
Clothes: GTS
Patrick's skiing journey began at the age of 2, and he remained an active ski racer in our team until 2016.
However, due to a severe and prolonged injury, he made the decision to
transition to the coaching team at WRA in 2017.
After attending high school in Mals, Patrick successfully graduated from a
sports school where he primarily focused on skiing for five years.
During his active Alpine skiing career, Patrick also participated in
ski-cross races, achieving success at the Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck, where he secured an impressive 8th place finish.
In Alpine skiing, he became the Junior Italian champion in 2014 and accumulated 20 podium finishes in other ski races.
His talent as a ski racer earned him widespread recognition throughout the country, serving as an exemplary figure for young athletes.
Aside from his role at the World Racing Academy, Patrick has attained the highest level of certification as a ski instructor and ski coach. Furthermore, he is currently pursuing a degree in sports management in Austria.
Achievements and stations as ski coach:
🇮🇹 Daniel Fahrner
Head Coach Junior Team
Born 24. April 1971 in Schlanders (ITA)
Founder of the World Racing Academy in 2010
Residence: St. Valentin (ITA)
Helm & goggles: Giro / Neon
Skis: Atomic
Ski boots: Atomic
Gloves: Ziener
Clothes: GTS
Daniel showed great promise as a skier until an unfortunate injury cut short his skiing career. Determined to stay involved in the sport, he decided to pursue a new path as a ski coach.
He developed the E-coach, conducted tests on Rossignol ski
boots, and even established his own ski rental business.
Dani is an emotionally invested, highly experienced coach
who puts his whole heart into his work. Currently, he holds the position of leading the Junior Team at WRA.
During his free time, Dani enjoys playing tennis and golf.
With over 20 years of experience in the ski industry, his track record speaks for itself.
Achievements and stations as ski coach:
🇮🇹 Martin Nardelli
3rd Coach / Service guy
Born 11. Mai 1998 in Trento (ITA)
Residence: Mezzolombardo (ITA)
Helm & goggles: Tripoint
Skis: Fischer
Ski boots: Fischer
Gloves: Ziener
Clothes: GTS
Martin first put on skis as a child and grew up in a family of sports
enthusiasts. His older sister paved the way for him, starting as an athlete, then becoming a ski instructor and a FISI federal trainer. However, it was his father who truly instilled him a
deep passion for snow and mountain sports.
He began his competitive journey close to home, joining the Ski Team
Paganella and achieving good results from the start.
At the age of 16, he joined the Trentino FISI Committee team, exclusively participating in national and international competitions thereafter.
In order to continue his studies while pursuing alpine skiing at a high
level, he took the entrance exam for the Technical Institute for the economic sector located in Mals. This renowned school, known as the best sports school in Italy, only admits students based on
their sports achievements, and all subjects are taught in German.
Subsequently, he enrolled in the Faculty of Exercise and Sport Sciences in
Verona, where he participated in their "Academic Coach" program designed for high-level athletes. This program provided him with a dedicated "Tutor" who assisted him in balancing
his studies and sports commitments.
During the summer of 2019, he worked at the Dolomiti di Brenta ski school in
Andalo as an MTB/E-BIKE escort and also at their rental shop. In the summer of 2020, he worked at the Segnana Surf Group, a rental shop for windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, and
canoeing. In the summer of 2021, he returned to Andalo and worked at the renowned rental shop called "Danger Zone," which also operates a specialized team for trail building.
During the winter season of 2021/22, he worked as a ski instructor at the
Kristal Ski School in Andalo.
Since the season of 2022/23, Martin is part of our team as third coach and ski technician.
🇮🇹 Paul Platzer
Assistent Coach & Mountain rescuer
Born 08. Mai 1963 in Schlanders (ITA)
Residence: Goldrain (ITA)
Helm & goggles: Tripoint
Skis: Fischer
Ski boots: Fischer
Gloves: Ziener
Clothes: GTS
In 2021, Paul joined our team as an assistant Coach. He is a dedicated and passionate individual who takes great joy in working with the team. Additionally, Paul's background as a mountain rescuer makes him the designated person responsible for ensuring safety on the hill.
Whenever assistance is needed, Paul is always the go-to person to rely on.
🇺🇸 Zane Bridger DeKoff
Tech for Jimmy Krupka
Born 17.03.1998