Programs - Ages 10-13
Junior programs are for athletes ages 10-13. These programs continue to develop techniques and skills as athletes begin to specialize in their chosen discipline of Alpine, Cross Country, Freeride, Freeski, or Snowboard. Training frequency varies based on the program, with a minimum of 51 days on-snow up to 127 days on-snow for students enrolled in a combined athletic and academic program. Teams are formed based on age classification (U12, U14), discipline, and ability.
Teams
Athletes in this program are encouraged to compete in local competitions to gain competitive experience. Competitions vary based on discipline.
Cross Country
65 on-snow days
1 pm - 3 pm on Friday (optional)
9 am - 12 pm on Saturday, Sunday
Additional weekdays during holiday breaks
Downhill
Alpine, Freeride, Freeski, & Snowboard
65 on-snow days
1 pm - 3 pm on Friday (optional)
9 am - 3 pm on Saturday, Sunday
Additional weekdays during holiday breaks
Preferred discipline selected during registration.
Expanded Teams
This program requires additional commitment to the sport with nearly double the number of training days. Athletes in this program are highly encouraged to compete in local competitions with additional opportunities available based on ability.
Cross Country
93 on-snow days
9 am - 12 pm
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Additional weekdays during holiday breaks
Downhill
Alpine, Freeride, Freeski, & Snowboard
93 on-snow days
9 am - 12 pm on Wednesday, Thursday
9 am - 3 pm on Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Additional weekdays during holiday breaks
Preferred discipline selected during registration.
Winter
The Winter Program allows students to maximize their time on snow by combining world-class athletics with college preparatory academics. Students attend classes at Sugar Bowl Academy during the winter season and train 6 days per week.
Cross Country
93 school days
127 on-snow days
Train 6 days per week
Downhill
Alpine, Freeride, Freeski, & Snowboard
93 school days
127 on-snow days
Train 6 days per week
Full Year
The Full Year Program allows students to maximize their time on snow by combining world-class athletics with college preparatory academics for the full school year. Students attend classes at Sugar Bowl Academy and train 6 days per week with athletic conditioning in the fall and spring and on-snow training during the winter. The Full Year Program is available for students in grades 8-12.
Cross Country
175 school days
Year round athletics
Downhill
Alpine, Freeride, Freeski, & Snowboard
175 school days
Year round athletics