PARENT AND ATHLETE EDUCATION
At SSWSC, we recognize that achieving our mission extends beyond training and competition. Parents and caregivers are essential partners in every athlete’s development, helping shape not only performance but also confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of sport. Our Parent & Athlete Education resources provide trusted, research-based guidance on topics including long-term athlete development, communication, nutrition, mental performance, and overall well-being. Together, we can create a positive, supportive environment that helps every athlete reach their full potential, on and off the snow.
Athlete Workshops — Three sessions on how to use and implement the topics and exercises in the Mindset Performance Program. Olympian Hall, Howelsen Hill Lodge.
About Luke Brosterhous: Luke holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science from the University of Utah in sport psychology. As a former Alpine Ski Coach, Luke understands the language of the Winter Sport Athlete. He is a PGA Member, a national team coach for the Moroccan Golf Federation, and has been the Mindset Performance Coach for SSWSC since 2019.
About Skylar Weir: Skylar Weir, MS, RD grew up in Steamboat Springs as a competitive multi-sport athlete. She works at UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center as a Clinical Dietitian and owns a virtual private practice specializing in performance nutrition, disordered eating, and eating disorders.
About Jessica Yeaton: Jessica Yeaton is a Physical Therapist and two-time Olympian for cross-country skiing. She practices at UCHealth SportsMed Clinic and also runs a private coaching company with her husband.
SSWSC staff, including Brian Krill, Blair Seymour, Jon Nolting, and Dave Stewart, kicked off the Parenting for Success Series with a discussion of the club’s philosophy, covering long-term athlete development, multi-sport participation and specialization, sports pedagogy, and how parents can get involved.
Internationally known TEDx Speaker and author John O’Sullivan answered questions about sports parenting — what sports they should try, when it’s ok to specialize, and how to help your child navigate the sporting journey.
Join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Cara Marrs for a presentation on sports nutrition for your young athlete, covering pre-, during, and post-exercise nutrition as well as energy needs based on training level.
Jean Côté is one of the world’s foremost experts on positive youth development through sport. His presentation addressed the Personal Assets Framework and the central role of family and parents in supporting the best possible outcomes for young athletes.