Cross Country

Cross Country Future Stars 3 Day Program

Cross Country Future Stars 3 Day is designed for young athletes who are ready for a more consistent and engaged training experience in Nordic skiing. With three days on snow each week, athletes build strong foundational skills while developing greater confidence, endurance, and technical ability.

Athletes continue to learn both skate and classic techniques through structured training, drills, and games, while benefiting from increased repetition and coaching time. At this level, athletes begin to develop a stronger understanding of movement patterns, pacing, and overall ski efficiency.

This program represents the highest level within the Future Stars pathway and prepares athletes for progression into Nordic Prep and Competition Team programs.

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Program Details

Overview

Program Structure:

  • Part Time: 3 Days per week

Program Requirements:

  • Age: YOB 2013- 2016
Fees + Scholarships

Program Fees:

  • Non-Resident Fee: $1,680 plus $100 Club Membership
  • Colorado Resident Fee: $1,430 plus $100 Club Membership

SSCV is committed to making our programs accessible to families. Our scholarship program can cover up to 100% of program fees based on financial need and level of participation. For the 2026–2027 season, SSCV offers two types of scholarships. Explore our Scholarship Page to determine the best fit for your family.

Please note, the first deadline for 26/27 scholarship applications is May 15th, 2026 and the second deadline is October 1st, 2026. Families must have their 2025 tax return in order to complete their application.

Calendar

The Cross Country Future Stars 3 Day program runs during the winter season, typically from November through March, with training held three days per week, including weekends and select weekdays or holidays.

The increased training schedule allows athletes to develop consistency, improve endurance, and accelerate skill progression. A detailed calendar outlining training sessions and key program dates is provided prior to the season.

Cross Country Future Stars Calendar
Volunteer Requirements

Points Required: 160

SSCV relies heavily upon the generosity of hundreds of volunteers who give thousands of hours to help with competitions, fundraising and various Club tasks and events. Volunteer points are earned by completing volunteer jobs, and these jobs are assigned a specific number of points based upon difficulty and time needed for completion. SSCV requires each family to complete a predetermined amount of volunteering based upon the programs in which they are involved. The number of points required per family is based upon the athlete’s program (and in the case of multiple athletes, it will be the program in which the most time-committed athlete participates).

There are numerous opportunities, both on and off the snow, throughout the year from May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027. Opportunities will be shared with families via email as they arise.

Failure to meet your obligation could result in an evaluation of your family’s fit with the program and SSCV culture of volunteerism.

Facilities + Technical Support

Training takes place primarily at Maloit Park, SSCV’s dedicated Nordic training facility featuring over 10 kilometers of trails designed for both training and racing.

Additional sessions may take place at the Vail Nordic Center, allowing athletes to experience varied terrain and trail systems.

Strength Training

With increased training frequency, athletes begin to develop more consistent training habits and physical capacity. While still age-appropriate, off-snow development starts to incorporate elements of endurance, coordination, and movement efficiency.

Athletes are also introduced to basic ski preparation and waxing concepts, helping them understand how equipment impacts performance in Nordic skiing.