Freeride Freeski Programs

SSWSC Freeski Freeride is a diverse program encompassing the many ways to explore the mountains and pursue progression through competition: Freeride, slopestyle, halfpipe, backcountry education, and skimo are all included, reflecting the range of interests and goals of young skiers. The coaching staff is passionate about creating a rewarding experience centered on both personal and technical growth and has experience with IFSA (International Freeskiers & Snowboarders Association), USASA (United States of America Snowboard and Freeski Association), U.S. Ski & Snowboard competition, and media production. SSWSC athletes have a wide variety of goals, and the program strives to create an environment that fosters growth within all visions of success, from creating a great media product to competitive pathways and a love of the sport. Our holistic look at the sport includes a deep-rooted belief that great skiers ski all zones on the hill, and that a wide variety of skills can work together to create something larger than the sum of its parts. This allows any freeskier to define success on their own terms, and then work towards their goals. The program takes full advantage of SSWSC training facilities, including trampolines, water ramps, a 50’ airbag, diverse on-snow environments with the added benefit of night skiing at both Steamboat Resort and Howelsen Hill, strength and conditioning center, and close proximity to the Summit County venues.