U17/U19/FIS Moguls

The U17/19/FIS program is designed for athletes in high school or who have graduated high school and would like to pursue their potential in moguls skiing through a comprehensive year-round program. This is the highest-level mogul skiing program available at SSWSC. Mogul skiing should be the athlete’s primary sport, while a secondary shoulder season sport is still possible.

Spring, summer, and fall training includes strength and conditioning led by qualified coaches to ensure a fun, safe, and productive training environment. The summer schedule will be high-intensity and immersive training consisting of tramps, water ramps, and strength and conditioning, all designed to advance the athlete’s skiing success. Athletes participate in the Rocky Mountain Freestyle Comp Series and may also qualify for higher level events including: Junior Nationals, US Championships, US Selection Events, NorAm Tour, World Cup, and other FIS events.

Requirements

• Minimum skiing requirement: Desire and ability to ski moguls and perform aerial maneuvers.

• High School Schedule Requirement: SSHS students should register for the Full Early Release or Partial Early Release 4/7/8 schedule in both 1st and 2nd semesters. Boarding school option available with Steamboat Mountain School. Discuss the best academic schedule with your coach and school counselor. Boarding school option available with Steamboat Mountain School.

• Equipment requirements: Must have mogul specific equipment approved by the coaches.

• Season pass information: Purchase an IKON Pass and Howelsen Hill pass.

• Competition information: Rocky Mountain Freestyle Comp Series, US Junior National Championships, US Freestyle Championships, US Selection Events, FIS NorAm Tour, and other FIS events.

• Licensing requirements: U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and FIS (Federation of International Skiing) license.

Schedule

SPRING:
May 5-May 23

SSMS Move Up Athletes (Current 8th graders)
Wednesday 5-6:15 p.m.

U17 (current freshmen)
Mondays and Wednesdays 2:30-4 p.m.

U19 (current Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors)
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 1-2:30 p.m.

Steamboat Mountain School (SMS) Students
Monday, Wednesday, 4-5:30 p.m. at Steamboat Mountain School

U17 SUMMER:
June 9-July 2

Monday: Ramps/Tramps 7:30-11 a.m.
Tuesday: Strength & Conditioning 8-9:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Van transport provided
Wednesday: Ramps/Tramps 7:30-11 a.m.
Thursday: Strength & Conditioning 8-9:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Van transport provided

July 6-July 19: Mt Hood on snow camp, price TBD

July 28- August 8: Strength Block

July 28: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
July 29: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
July 30: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
July 31: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.

August 4: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 5: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 6: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 7: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 8: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd

August 12-15 : Park City Water Ramp Camp, price TBD

U19 SUMMER:
June 9-July 2

Monday: Ramps/Tramps 7:30-11 a.m., Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
Tuesday: Ramps/Tramps 7:30-11 a.m.
Wednesday: S & C HH 7:30-9 a.m., Ramps/Tramps 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Thursday: Ramps/Tramps 7:30-11 a.m.
Friday: Strength & Conditioning HH 8:30-10 a.m.

July 6-July 19: Mt Hood on snow camp, price TBD

July 28- August 8: Strength Block

July 28: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
July 29: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
July 30: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.
July 31: 8-10:30 a.m., Ramps/Tramps, Strength & Conditioning 1-2:30 p.m.

August 4: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 5: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 6: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 7: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd
August 8: Strength & Conditioning, time tbd

August 12-15: Park City Water Ramp Camp, price TBD

It is recommended that athletes have their own water ramp skis, boots, wetsuit, pfd and helmet. A limited amount of rental equipment is available on a first come first served basis.

FALL:
Monday: Strength and Conditioning, 2:30-4 p.m. at Steamboat Mountain School
Tuesday: Tramp and Ramps, 3-6 p.m. at Bald Eagle Lake
Wednesday: Yoga, 4-5 p.m., Liman Center
Thursday: S & C, 4-5:30 p.m. at Howelsen Hill
Friday: Tramp & Ramp, 3-6 p.m. at Bald Eagle Lage
Saturday and Sunday: OFF

WINTER:
Mid-November through Mid-April:

On-Snow:
Tuesday: 1-3:45 p.m., 4:15-5:30 p.m. Strength & Conditioning at Howelsen Hill
Wednesday: 1-4:15 p.m.
Thursday: 1-4:15 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Training schedule will change during the competition season.

2025-2026 Program Fee

2025-2026 Program Fee (Resident*): $12,350
2025-2026 Program Fee (Non-Resident*): $14,025

*Residents and non-residents are required to pay an additional $600 refundable work deposit.

• Scholarships: Resident athletes in competitive year-round programs are eligible for the application-based EZ Competitive Program Scholarship and Winter Program Fee Scholarship. Non-residents are not eligible for EZ Scholarships but may apply for the Winter Program Fee Scholarship. See the chart below for the EZ Competitive Program Scholarship levels. For more information on additional program fee scholarships and other scholarship opportunities, check out the scholarship pages on our website.

• Resident Requirements: To be eligible for the resident program fee, athletes must be full-time residents of Routt or Moffat County or full-time participants of SSWSC for two years or more. See the Member Handbook for full details on resident fees. Find the Residency Status Policy HERE.

• Payment Options: 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. A 2% processing fee is applied to all credit card payments. We also offer a payment plan option. Find more information HERE.

• Work Deposit Program: SSWSC requires a work deposit for each family. During the registration process, the program fee listed includes the work deposit. Families can earn back the work deposit by volunteering for SSWSC or opt out of volunteering and donate the work deposit to SSWSC. Find more information on the Work Deposit Program HERE.

Questions?
Email Ann Battelle, Freestyle Program Director

Steamboat Mountain School: For decades, numerous SSWSC student-athletes have attended Steamboat Mountain School—an independent college-preparatory school with day and boarding opportunities. SSWSC partners with SMS offering a coordinated and world-class educational and athletic experience.

For more details about Steamboat Mountain School and its collaboration with the SSWSC, visit the SMS website or email Pearson Alspach, Upper School Director of Admissions.