Dryland Training: Starting October 6
Tuesday and Thursday, 4-5:45 p.m. starting October 6 at Howelsen Hill
On-Snow Training: As soon as snow conditions permit through March 6
Tuesday and Thursday, 4-5:45 p.m. (Howelsen Hill Nordic Trails)
Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon (Howelsen Hill Nordic Trails or the Steamboat Ski Touring Center)
*Training will transition to on-snow as soon as sufficient skiing terrain is open.
Skill Requirement
No experience required.
Equipment
Participants will need Cross Country ski equipment both Classic and Skate. Combi boots can be used. Thursday-only athletes only need skate equipment.
Competition Information
Competing is not required, but we encourage participation in local races and the Rocky Mountain Nordic Series in Colorado.
Memberships
Participants will need a U.S. Ski & Snowboard General Membership (USSS) for Rocky Mountain Nordic (RMN) races. RMN membership is a required add-on to the USSS membership and is automatically added on to USSS Membership Annual Fee.
Team Jacket
Athletes are issued a SSWSC jacket in the fall to use for the season. Cross country training jacket, race suit, and hat can be purchased in the fall, but are not required.Age Group
8-12 years old
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 Monday Alpine Add-On:
Interested in adding one day of alpine skiing on Mondays?
Schedule:
Dryland: Monday, November 9 and 16, 4:15-5:30 p.m., Howelsen Hill
On snow: Monday, November 30 – March 8, 4:15-6 p.m. at Howelsen Hill, no training December 21, 28 and Feb 15.
U10 Monday Alpine Add-on Fee: $550
U10 Ski Jumping Add-On:
Interested in adding one day of ski jumping?
Schedule:
Dryland: Wednesday and Thursday, 4-5:30 p.m. starting November 11 at Howelsen Hill
On Snow: Friday December 4 – March 5, 4-6 p.m. at Howelsen Hill. No training December 25, 31, or February 19 at Howelsen Hill
U10 Friday Ski Jumping Add-on Fee: $710 (fee includes jumping equipment for the season).
