Alpine

Alpine U12 Full-Time Team

The Alpine U12 Full-Time Team is designed for athletes ready to build on foundational skills and transition into a more structured and competitive training environment. This program emphasizes technical development, consistency, and increased time on snow while continuing to prioritize long-term athlete development.

Athletes train in a focused environment that blends gate training, freeskiing, and skill-based drills to refine technique and improve performance. At this stage, athletes begin to develop a deeper understanding of racing, including tactics, course inspection, and competition preparation. The program supports athletes as they gain confidence in competitive settings while continuing to build strong fundamentals.

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Program Details

Overview

Program Structure:

  • Full Time

Program Requirements:

  • Age: 10–12 years old
Fees + Scholarships

Program Fees:

  • Non-Resident Fee: $13,650 plus $100 Club Membership
  • Colorado Resident Fee: $11,890 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 U12 Full-Time Team operates on a November through April schedule, with consistent training throughout the week, including weekdays, weekends, and holiday periods.

Athletes compete in local and regional race series, including Rocky Mountain Youth Ski League events and other age-appropriate competitions. The competition schedule becomes a more consistent part of the athlete experience at this level.

A detailed calendar outlining training sessions, race schedules, and key program dates is provided prior to the season.

U12 Full Time 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 Golden Peak, providing athletes with access to one of the top alpine training venues in the country.

The venue allows for consistent gate training across slalom and giant slalom disciplines, varied terrain for freeskiing, and early-season training opportunities supported by advanced snowmaking. Athletes benefit from a high-volume, high-quality training environment.

Strength Training

At the U12 level, athletes begin to place greater emphasis on equipment performance and preparation. Access to SSCV Technical Services at Golden Peak provides support for ski tuning, equipment setup, and race preparation.

Off-snow training becomes more structured, with a focus on coordination, agility, and foundational strength. Athletes are introduced to age-appropriate strength and conditioning concepts that support performance, injury prevention, and long-term athletic development.