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

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

Alpine Racing U18/U21 FIS, ages 16-20

This program is designed to help competitors develop their 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. This program is for skiers born in 2007 or earlier.

  • Eligibility requirement: Athletes new to the SSWSC must apply and contact Alpine Program Director Tyler Shepherd (email) for an interview prior to enrollment. Space is limited in this program. Attendance, participation, and physical standards will be established through goal setting between athlete and coach.
  • Alpine PG/FIS/U16 Application: NEW SKIERS TO SSWSC APPLY HERE BEFORE ENROLLING
  • 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 FIS approved sticker. Downhill skis recommended.
  • Season pass information: Must have ski passes to Howelsen Hill and to Steamboat Ski Resort (full Ikon pass recommended).
  • 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.

2023-2024 DATES, TIMES, and LOCATIONS: Starting August 21

Dryland Training: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2:00-3:30pm (Group 1) OR 3:00-4:30pm (Group 2) at Howelsen Hill starting August 21

On Snow Training: Late October through April 14
Tuesday-Friday, 1:00-4:00pm at Steamboat Resort or Howelsen Hill
Saturday, 8:30am-3:00pm at Steamboat Resort
Sunday, 8:30am-3:00pm at Steamboat Resort

Early morning dryland sessions are dedicated to the strength sessions, and afternoon sessions are focused on fieldwork, agility, cardio, and games.

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 Loveland, Winter Park or other nearby areas at an additional cost. Out-of-region competitions may run past April 14.

2023-2024 PROGRAM FEE:
RESIDENT*: $12,700, plus $600 refundable work deposit
NON-RESIDENT: $15,875, plus $600 refundable work deposit
*Full-time residents of Routt or Moffat County, or full-time participants of SSWSC for two years or more (see Member Handbook for full details on resident fees)

Check out all the SSWSC’s scholarship opportunities, including the one-step EZ Program Fee Scholarship for residents, HERE!

For more information on the SSWSC work deposit program, click here.

Alpine Racing Post Graduate

This 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).

  • Eligibility requirement: Completed application, signed commitment contract, deposit, and acceptance into the program, contact Tyler Shepherd (email). Space is limited in this program.
  • Alpine PG/FIS/U16 Application: NEW SKIERS TO SSWSC APPLY HERE BEFORE ENROLLING.
  • Season pass information:Must have ski passes to Howelsen Hill and to Steamboat Ski Resort (full Ikon pass recommended).
  • Competition information: Participation in regional FIS, National Championship, NorAm, FIS-U and other events based on individual competition plan and qualification.
  • Licensing requirements: U.S. Ski & Snowboard and FIS license required. FIS registration deadline is August 15, late fee applies after this date.

2023-2024 DATES, TIMES, and LOCATIONS: Starting August 21

Dryland Training: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 2:00-3:30pm (Group 1) OR 3:00-4:30pm (Group 2) at Howelsen Hill starting August 21

On Snow Training: Late October through April 14
Tuesday-Friday, 9:00-11:30am or 1:00-3:00pm at Steamboat Resort or Howelsen Hill (double sessions as needed)
Saturday, 8:30am-3:00pm at Steamboat Resort
Sunday, 8:30am-3:00pm at Steamboat Resort

Morning dryland sessions may be added starting August 21.

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 Loveland, Winter Park or other nearby areas at an additional cost. Out-of-region competitions may run past April 14.

2023-2024 PROGRAM FEE:

RESIDENT: $14,700, plus $450 work deposit
NON RESIDENT: $18,375, plus $450 work deposit
*Full-time residents of Routt or Moffat County, or full-time participants of SSWSC for two years or more (see Member Handbook for full details on resident fees)

Check out all the SSWSC’s scholarship opportunities, including the one-step EZ Program Fee Scholarship for residents, HERE!

For more information on the SSWSC work deposit program, click here.

Questions?
Email Tyler Shepherd, Alpine Program Director