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Bruce Oldham

Bruce Oldham, born on September 12, 1998, is a Canadian freestyle skier specializing in slopestyle and big air. Hailing from Parry Sound, Ontario, Bruce did not follow the common path of starting skiing very early—in fact, he began freestyle skiing at around age 17, which is relatively late for someone aiming for high performance in freeski. This meant that for much of his career he’s been “playing catch up,” honing his skills rapidly to match peers who started younger. Despite the late start, he’s made significant strides. Bruce competes in Nor-Am Cup events (North American competitions) and has had victories and podiums in both nor-am slopestyle and big air. For example, he won a Nor-Am Cup slopestyle event in Stoneham, Quebec, in 2025. He also had top finishes in other Nor-Am Big Air and Slopestyle events, demonstrating versatility in more than one freestyle discipline. He has also started to contest in World Cup slopestyle events, with mixed results—some qualifications, some finishes outside of the top ranks—but each season seems to show improvement. Off the snow, Bruce Oldham is active in content creation and brand building. He is an ambassador for brands (for example Stöko), works on coaching via online platforms, and balances training with other athletic pursuits. Notably, he incorporates cross-training like MMA (mixed martial arts) into his off-snow regime, uses trampolines, airbags, and gym work to improve aerial awareness and skill development. He spends summer months training in facilities that allow year-round freestyle practice, which helps offset shorter snow seasons in Ontario. Bruce also has expressed Olympic dreams, aiming to represent Canada in major events, and sees his development in Nor-Am and World Cup competitions as stepping stones toward that. He openly acknowledges the challenges of having started late, managing injuries, and learning to be consistent and safe while also pushing creative tricks.