Coach Apprentice Program (10th-12th grade)

The apprentice program is for those individuals interested in exploring the path of coaching. The goal of an apprentice is to become a senior coach the following year. Apprentices will earn high school intern or work-based learning credit for the spring semester and a Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) certification. The program is a 15-week program that would consist of one night a week of on-snow technical training or classroom theory and one morning on the weekend of practical coaching experience.

Weeknight training would consist of improving their ski skills, breaking down fundamental skills, learning teaching progressions, coaching theory.
Weekend training would consist of placement with a senior coach and helping lead a group of U6 or U8 skiers.

Requirements:

Complete the SSWSS Junior Coach Program Application.
Must be able to commit to entire season of training with minimal absences.
Coach Apprentices would work toward PSIA certification through the season. SSWSC will cover the cost of PSIA and US Ski and Snowboard membership and PSIA certification.

- PSIA Membership:

- PSIA Cert 1:

- PSIA Child Specialist Cert 1:

- PSIA Jr Coach Certificate:

Coach Apprentices will obtain a US Ski and Snowboard Junior Coach license ($75) and complete the necessary requirements, including SafeSport, Coaching Fundamentals, Avalanche Awareness, and background check if over 18.

Benefits:

Accepted candidates would receive a SSWSC coach pass or $100 towards the expense of an IKON pass and a complimentary Howelsen Hill ski pass.
Waived SSWSC program Work Deposit (if involved in winter programs).
Program credit of 50% of the cost of the program they coach.
Steamboat Springs High School Intern credit – this program qualifies for a SSHS internship credit.
Guaranteed paid coaching position the following season.
PSIA certification.
Letter of Recommendation.
End-of-season gift and self-reflection.

APPLY HERE