Winter Youth Programs, ages 3-10

U10 Skiing 3-Day

U10 Skiing 3-Day is SSWSC’s recommended program for athletes who love to alpine ski and are interested in improving their technique and developing a love of the sport to prepare them for a lifetime of skiing. The program helps young alpine, mogul, and freeski/freeride skiers develop a comprehensive set of skiing skills that prepare them to progress their skiing in whichever discipline they desire. Taking advantage of Steamboat’s unique diversity of training environments, the teams will explore bumps, powder, trees, jumps, gates, steeps and terrain parks. Training venues include the SSWSC Stevens Family All Out Alpine Venue, SSWSC mogul courses, terrain parks, nordic jumps and the SSWSC air bag jump.

While other programs start to narrow their focus into disciplines at this age, SSWSC continues to develop a broad base of fundamental skiing skills that aligns with the athlete development models of U.S. Ski & Snowboard and the U.S. Olympic Committee. Kids can choose from programs that do not include competition, to groups that are geared toward preparing for sampling competition. However, at this age, competition is not a primary focus. Skiers are encouraged to participate in the Steamboat Cup Series. Consistent attendance is important for skiers to keep pace with their group. Register early to ensure a place in this program.

Interested in adding on a day of cross country, ski jumping, or snowboarding? Read more about U10 Add-On programs below.

Dryland Training: November 9, 10, 16, 17
Monday and Tuesday, 4:15-5:30 p.m. at Howelsen Hill. No training during Thanksgiving Week.

Additional Dryland Training opportunities: See the October Fun Fit optional add-on and Fall Plastic Jumping.

On-Snow Training: November 30 – March 13
Monday and Tuesday: Ski (alpine), 4:15-6 p.m. at Howelsen Hill
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 20 – January 1, February 14-21.

Consistent attendance is important for skiers to keep pace with their group. Register by October 15 to ensure a place in this program.

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.