Snowboard

Snowboard Mini Shreds 3 Day Program

Snowboard Mini Shreds 3 Day is designed for young athletes who are ready for a more consistent and engaged training experience. With three days on snow each week, athletes build strong foundational skills while accelerating progression through repetition, coaching, and exposure to varied terrain.

Athletes continue to refine core snowboard fundamentals, including edge control, balance, turning, and terrain awareness. Training also begins to introduce basic freestyle elements in a safe and progressive environment, helping athletes build confidence and creativity on their snowboard.

This program represents the highest level within the Mini Shreds pathway and prepares athletes for progression into Snowboard Youth Weekend and Full-Time Team programs.

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Program Details

Overview

Program Structure:

  • Part Time

Program Requirements:

  • Ages 6-12
Fees + Scholarships

Program Fees:

  • Non-Resident Fee: $7,480 plus $100 Club Membership
  • Colorado Resident Fee: $6,310 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 Snowboard Mini Shreds 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, confidence, and progression across all-mountain terrain. A detailed calendar outlining training sessions and key program dates is provided prior to the season.

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 on Vail Mountain, utilizing terrain that supports progression from beginner to more advanced all-mountain riding.

Athletes may also train at Vail Ski & Snowboard Academy, where controlled environments allow for repetition and introduction to freestyle features in a safe and structured setting.

Strength Training

With increased training volume, athletes develop stronger movement patterns, coordination, and confidence. Emphasis is placed on consistency, control, and building a solid foundation for progression.

Off-snow development remains age-appropriate, focusing on balance, agility, and overall athletic movement. Athletes are also introduced to equipment awareness and safe riding practices.