Dryland Training:
Monday and Thursday, 4:15-5:30 p.m. at Howelsen Hill, November 9, 12, 16, 19.
Additional Dryland Training: See the October Fun Fit optional add-on and Fall Plastic Jumping.
On-Snow Training: November 30 – March 8
Monday: Ski (alpine), 4:15-6 p.m. at Howelsen Hill
Thursday: Cross Country, 4-5:45 p.m. at Howelsen Hill
Friday: Ski Jumping, 4-6 p.m. at Howelsen Hill
No training December 20-January 1, February 14-20.
Wednesdays at Howelsen Hill: Steamboat Cup Series
Join SSWSC every Wednesday from 4-6 p.m., January 6 through March 17, for the Steamboat Cup, a FREE, fun, and introductory-level competition series for kids ages 7-13 at Howelsen Hill.
Each week offers a new chance to try competing in events like alpine duals, moguls, ski jumping, freeride, and cross country, all in a welcoming, low-pressure environment designed to encourage confidence and a love of the sport.
Skill Requirement
All U10 Athletes must be able to make parallel turns on steeper blue runs. Must be willing to explore trees, moguls, race courses, and powder. Cross country and Nordic Jump are beginner through advanced programs at U10 and can accommodate all ranges of ability.
Equipment
We partner with local shops to provide appropriate seasonal rental packages for athletes. The right equipment is essential to an athlete’s success at this age. There will be a U10 Alpine fit night in early October, then families can go to the shops for their rental package.
Please bring us any questions you have about equipment!
Alpine Skis – Athletes must be on unidirectional carving skis – NO TWIN TIPS PLEASE! Make sure you clear your equipment with the head coach.
Alpine Boots – The single most important piece of equipment at this age.
For those interested, the SSWSC will provide athletes with a boot we recommend for the season at no additional cost. For those planning to rent your own boot, a SOFT FLEXING boot is an absolute must. It should be well-fitted (not too big/roomy).
- Examples of great boots we recommend for this age are:
- Lange RSJ 50 (3 buckle) (Ski and Bike Kare, Christy Sports)
- Lange RSJ 60 (Ski and Bike Kare, Christy Sports)
- Rossignol Junior 4 (50 Flex)
- Atomic Redster RS60 (4 buckle)
- Head Raptor 60
- Rossignol Hero 65 (Ski Haus)
Skate Equipment: Athletes must have a pair of skate skis, boots and poles. Low-cost cross country equipment rentals for this program are available through the Steamboat Ski Touring Center (970) 879-8180.
Jumping Equipment: Ski jumping equipment rental is included in the program fee (skis, boots, bindings, jump suit). The opportunity to use jumping equipment must be earned through the jumping marker system, but is not required.
Passes
Athletes will need a Howelsen Hill ALPINE & NORDIC PASS (Combined). Full IKON pass required for Saturday Alpine add-on.
Competition Information
U.S. Ski & Snowboard Rocky Mountain Division and USASA competitions (alpine racing, moguls, park & pipe, and freeride) are optional. To maximize training volume, this group does not travel to all available competitions and will only send coaches to select events.
Wednesday/Thursday Howelsen Steamboat Cup Series and Hitchen’s Brothers Wednesday Night Jump Series (additional memberships or fees not required).
Memberships
U.S. Ski & Snowboard or USASA membership is required for U.S. Ski & Snowboard (alpine and moguls) or USASA (freeskiing) competitions.
Team Jacket
Athletes are issued a SSWSC jacket in the fall to use for the season.Age Group
8-10 years old. Must be 8 years old by December 31, 2026.
Payment Options
Payment and Payment Plans: 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. We also offer a payment plan option. Find more information HERE.
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships: SSWSC offers the EZ Program Fee Scholarships for local families with an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) up to $175,000 for winter and summer programs and up to $250,000 for competitive programs. All EZ Program Fee Scholarship applicants are required to submit a current 1040 or 1040EZ tax return to determine eligibility.
U10 Saturday Alpine Add-On:
Interested in adding Saturday alpine skiing to the U10 Ski Meister program? U10 Saturday Alpine Add-on is for athletes enrolled in U10 Ski Meisters only. For more information check out the U10 3-Day Alpine skiing program description HERE.
On-snow Training: Starting December 5
Saturdays in December: Ski (alpine) 8:15 a.m.-noon at Steamboat Resort
Saturdays, January through March: Ski (alpine) 8:15 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Steamboat Resort
*No Training December 21 – January 1 for Holiday Break, February 15-21 for Blues Break.
U10 Saturday Alpine Add-On Program Fee: $1,800
U10 Saturday Cross Country Add-On:
Interested in adding Saturday cross country skiing (both skate AND classic) to the U10 Ski Meister program? U10 Add-on skiers will only need skate equipment. For more information check out the U10/12 Cross Country program description HERE.
December 5 – March 6
Saturday 9 a.m.-noon at Howelsen Nordic Trails or the Steamboat Ski Touring Center
U10 Saturday Cross Country Add-on Program Fee: $550
U10 Saturday Nordic Combined Add-On:
Interested in adding Saturday ski jumping and nordic combined to the U10 Ski Meister program? For more information, check out the U10 Ski Jumping and U10 Nordic Combined skiing programs.
December 5 – March 13
Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Howelsen Hill (ski jumping, team lunch, followed by cross country).
U10 Saturday Ski Jumping and U10 Nordic Combined Add-on Program Fee: $1,290
