Pro-Am Snowboardcross (SBX) (ages high school +)

Pro-Am Snowboardcross (SBX) is designed for riders committed to snowboardcross training. Specific attention is given to each athlete in designing and implementing a realistic competition schedule to maximize performance and improve points. Coaches will focus on isolating and enhancing the various skill sets needed to excel in SBX. All aspects of SBX racing are addressed, including elements of freestyle, gate training, physical conditioning, video review, mental preparation, technical ability, tactical development and equipment preparation. The program includes a comprehensive year-round strength and conditioning program beginning in May and continuing through the winter. The SBX program includes training opportunities with the Pro-Am Race program for athletes competing in both disciplines or those looking to use alpine race training to improve in SBX.

Requirements

• Skill requirement: Advanced riding skills and prior competitive SBX experience. Must be 15 years of age to participate in any FIS-sanctioned event.
• Passes: Full IKON pass and Howelsen Hill pass required.
• High School Schedule: Steamboat Springs High School students must have Partial Early Release 4/7/8 of Full Early Release schedule first semester, and Full Early Release schedule second semester.
• Competition information: Compete in USASA Rocky Mountain Series, Holeshot Tour, and NorAm Cup races.
• Memberships: A USASA license is required for USASA races. In addition, U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership and FIS license required for Holeshot Tour and higher level events.

Schedule

Spring: May 5-June 5
9th and 10th grade athletes: Tuesday and Thursday, 2:30-4 p.m., Howelsen Hill Gym
11th and 12th grade athletes: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 1-2:30 p.m., Howelsen Hill Gym
Steamboat Mountain School (SMS) athletes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 4-5:30 p.m. at Steamboat Mountain School
May Move Up sessions for 8th graders: Wednesday, 5-6:15 p.m., Howelsen Hill Gym

Summer: June 10-August 15
9th and 10th grade athletes: Tuesday, Thursday, 8-9:30 a.m., Howelsen Hill Gym
11th and 12th grade athletes: Monday, 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m., Wednesday, 7:30-9 a.m., Friday, 8:30-10 a.m.

Fall: August 19 - November 20, times TBA

On-Snow: Dec 1 - April 5
Monday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Howelsen Hill or Steamboat Resort
Strength times TBA

2025-2026 Program Fee

2025-2026 Program Fee (Resident)*: $8,675
2025-2026 Program Fee (Non-Resident)*: $10,800
*Residents and non-residents are required to pay an additional $450 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 about this program?
Email Alex Deibold, Snowboard 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.