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Alpine Racing U18/U21, ages 16-20 & Post Graduate

Alpine Racing FIS

Athletes interested in summer-only alpine race strength and conditioning can contact Tyler Shepherd, Alpine Program Director for more information.

U18/U21 FIS (high school)

The U18/U20 FIS alpine racing program is a comprehensive year-round competitive program designed to develop motivated competitors’ skiing skills to their fullest potential. All aspects of competitive skiing will be covered, including physical conditioning, technical and tactical development, equipment preparation education, mental skills training, video analysis, performance planning, and more. Participants will compete in U.S. Ski & Snowboard and FIS level competitions in the Rocky Mountain Division and may include out-of-division racing as qualified. Individual goal setting will be used to direct a yearlong training plan to help these racers reach their goals.

Athletes participate in directed and supervised strength and conditioning in the summer and fall. The dryland program is designed to give ski racers off-season guidance and coaching in off-snow preparation for winter training and establish a strong strength and conditioning base for higher-intensity training in the fall. Strong and well-conditioned ski racers are able to maintain their technique and a fast racing line in progressively more difficult situations, recover more quickly from long on-snow training and competition days, and decrease the chance of injury. Coaching will focus on proper movement patterns, emphasizing a full range of motion. This program is for skiers born in 2009 or earlier.

Requirements
  • Eligibility requirement: We welcome new athletes to the SSWSC through an application process. First contact Tyler Shepherd, Alpine Program Director prior to enrollment. Space is limited in this program. Attendance, participation, and physical standards will be established through goal setting between athlete and coach.
  • High School Schedule requirement: SSHS students should register for Full Early Release or Partial Early Release 4/7/8 schedule 1st semester and Full Early Release schedule 2nd semester. Boarding School option available through Steamboat Mountain School.
  • Equipment requirements: Skiers should have and consistently maintain Super G, GS, and Slalom skis, properly fitted ski boots, helmet, goggles with UV lenses, speed suit, back protector, slalom pole guards, and shin guards. Helmets must have a FIS-approved sticker. Downhill skis are recommended.
  • Season pass information: Athletes must have both Howelsen Hill and Full IKON passes.
  • Competition information: Participation in regional FIS racing, national championship events and qualifiers, FIS-U and NorAm events (as qualified), and spring races.
  • Licensing requirements: U.S. Ski & Snowboard and FIS license required. FIS registration deadline is August 15. Late fee applies after this date.
Schedule

SPRING/SUMMER SESSIONS:

May 5-June 6
Steamboat Springs High School (SSHS) Athletes
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1-2:30 p.m. at Howelsen Hill

Steamboat Mountain School (SMS) Athletes
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 4-5:30 p.m. at Steamboat Mountain School

June 9-August 15
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6:15-8 a.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 4-6 p.m. Field Sessions*
Saturday: 8 a.m. Track Session* (SSHS Track)
*Times may be subject to change dependent on training plan and/or weather conditions.

FALL/WINTER SESSIONS:
Dryland Training: Starting late August, 5-6 days/week. Times TBA.

On Snow Training: Late October through mid-April, six days/week. Times TBA.

Bonus training sessions may be offered during Christmas Break, Blues Break and scheduled off days for the Steamboat School District.

Late April and May weekend training sessions will be offered based on snow conditions at Steamboat, Loveland, Winter Park, Copper or other nearby areas at an additional cost.

2025-2026 Program Fee

2025-2026 Program Fee (Resident)*: $15,250
2025-2026 Program Fee (Non-Resident)*: $18,100

*Residents and non-residents are required to pay an additional $600 refundable work deposit.

  • Scholarships: Resident athletes in competitive year-round programs are eligible for the application-based EZ Competitive Program Scholarship and Winter Program Fee Scholarship. Non-residents are not eligible for EZ Scholarships but may apply for the Winter Program Fee Scholarship. See the chart below for the EZ Competitive Program Scholarship levels. For more information on additional program fee scholarships and other scholarship opportunities, check out the scholarship pages on our website.

  • Resident Requirements: To be eligible for the resident program fee, athletes must be full-time residents of Routt or Moffat County or full-time participants of SSWSC for two years or more. See the Member Handbook for full details on resident fees. Find the Residency Status Policy HERE.
  • Payment Options: SSWSC offers multiple payment options for summer, winter, and year-round program fees. eCheck (ACH bank transfer), cash, checks, and credit cards are all accepted. A 2% processing fee is applied to all credit card payments. We also offer a payment plan option. Find more information HERE.

  • Work Deposit Program: SSWSC requires a work deposit for each family. During the registration process, the program fee listed includes the work deposit. Families can earn back the work deposit by volunteering for SSWSC or opt out of volunteering and donate the work deposit to SSWSC. Find more information on the Work Deposit Program HERE.

Post Graduate FIS

The Post Graduate FIS program is designed for high school graduates who aspire to compete nationally at the collegiate or US Ski Team level. It consists of expanded on-snow training and a focus on athletic commitment and lifestyle, i.e. training, nutrition, sport education, etc. Athletes will compete at the regional, national, and international level (if qualified). All aspects of competitive skiing will be covered, including physical conditioning, technical and tactical development, equipment preparation education, mental skills training, video analysis, performance planning, and more. Participants will compete in U.S. Ski & Snowboard and FIS level competitions in the Rocky Mountain Division and may include out-of-division racing as qualified. Individual goal setting will be used to direct a yearlong training plan to help these racers reach their goals.

In the summer, athletes participate in directed and supervised summer strength and conditioning as part of a comprehensive year-round alpine program. This program is designed to give ski racers off-season guidance and coaching in off-snow preparation for winter training and establish a strong strength and conditioning base for higher-intensity training in the fall. Strong and well-conditioned ski racers are able to maintain their technique and a fast racing line in progressively more difficult situations, recover more quickly from long on-snow training and competition days, and decrease the chance of injury. Coaching will focus on proper movement patterns, emphasizing a full range of motion.

Requirements
  • Eligibility Requirement: We welcome new athletes to the SSWSC through an application process. First Tyler Shepherd, Alpine Program Director prior to enrollment. Space is limited in this program. Attendance, participation, and physical standards will be established through goal setting between athlete and coach.
  • Equipment Requirements: Skiers should have and consistently maintain Super G, GS, and Slalom skis, properly fitted ski boots, helmet, goggles with UV lenses, speed suit, back protector, slalom pole guards, and shin guards. Helmets must have a FIS-approved sticker. Downhill skis are recommended.
  • Season pass information: Athletes must have both Howelsen Hill and Full IKON passes.
  • Competition information: Participation in regional FIS racing, national championship events and qualifiers, FIS-U and NorAm events (as qualified), and spring races.
  • Licensing Requirements: U.S Ski & Snowboard and FIS license required. FIS registration deadline is August 15. Late fee applies after this date.
Schedule

SPRING/SUMMER SESSIONS:
May 5-June 6
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1-2:30 p.m. at Howelsen Hill

June 9-August 15
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6:15-8 a.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 4-6 p.m. Field Sessions*
Saturday: 8 a.m. Track Session* (SSHS Track)
*Times may be subject to change dependent on training plan and/or weather conditions.

FALL/WINTER SESSIONS:

Dryland Training: Starting late August, 5-6 days/week. Times TBA.

On Snow Training: Late October through mid-April, six days/week. Times TBA.

Prior to mid-November, training takes place in Summit County. Additional training fees apply. Late April and May weekend training sessions will be offered based on snow conditions at Steamboat, Loveland, Winter Park, Copper or other nearby areas at an additional cost. Out-of-region competitions may run past April 15.

 

2025-2026 Program Fee

2025-2026 Program Fee (Resident)*: $17,250
2025-2026 Program Fee (Non-Resident)*: $20,700

*Residents and non-residents are required to pay an additional $450 refundable work deposit.

  • Scholarships: Resident athletes in competitive year-round programs are eligible for the application-based EZ Competitive Program Scholarship and Winter Program Fee Scholarship. Non-residents are not eligible for EZ Scholarships but may apply for the Winter Program Fee Scholarship. See the chart below for the EZ Competitive Program Scholarship levels. For more information on additional program fee scholarships and other scholarship opportunities, check out the scholarship pages on our website.

  • Resident Requirements: To be eligible for the resident program fee, athletes must be full-time residents of Routt or Moffat County or full-time participants of SSWSC for two years or more. See the Member Handbook for full details on resident fees. Find the Residency Status Policy HERE.
  • Payment Options: SSWSC offers multiple payment options for summer, winter, and year-round program fees. eCheck (ACH bank transfer), cash, checks, and credit cards are all accepted. A 2% processing fee is applied to all credit card payments. We also offer a payment plan option. Find more information HERE.

  • Work Deposit Program: SSWSC requires a work deposit for each family. During the registration process, the program fee listed includes the work deposit. Families can earn back the work deposit by volunteering for SSWSC or opt out of volunteering and donate the work deposit to SSWSC. Find more information on the Work Deposit Program HERE.

 

Questions?
Email Tyler Shepherd, Alpine Program Director

Steamboat Mountain School

Steamboat Mountain School: For decades, numerous SSWSC student-athletes have attended Steamboat Mountain School—an independent college-preparatory school with day and boarding opportunities. SSWSC partners with SMS offering a coordinated and world-class educational and athletic experience.

For more details about Steamboat Mountain School and its collaboration with the SSWSC, visit the SMS website or email Pearson Alspach, Upper School Director of Admissions.