Alpine

Alpine U16 Men’s and Women’s Full-Time Team

The U16 Alpine program is for qualified athletes born in 2010 or 2011 who want to pursue an aggressive racing program. As part of this year-round program, athletes begin their training in May preparing for the season ahead. The conditioning component generally meets three to four times per week depending on the time of year, as calendared. The on-snow training generally occurs five days a week beginning in late October, when conditions allow, as calendared.

Athletes on the U16 Teams train for their focus race series, the Sync Cup, with opportunities for out-of-division racing for qualified athletes. Travel to away races will be organized by staff, and athletes will be expected to travel as a team. Athletes can expect regular video access and review, as well as strength and conditioning screenings. An informational meeting will be conducted so that parents and athletes are able to meet their coaches, be introduced to the training and race calendar, and develop an understanding of their program. Families can expect regular communication.

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Program Details

Overview

Program Structure:

  • Full Time

Program Requirements:

  • Ages: U16 athletes (generally ages 14–15)
  • Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced skiers ready for competitive alpine training
  • Team Placement: Admission through a tryout and coach evaluation process
  • Volunteer Hours: 160 points per family, per year, supporting SSCV events and operations
Fees + Scholarships

Sport Pipeline: Sync Series, Rocky Central Championships, National Performance Series and U16 Nationals

Program Fees:

  • Non-Resident Fee: $21,760, plus $100 Club Membership
  • Colorado Resident Fee: $18,900, plus $100 Club Membership
  • Plus $525 transportation fee (Both non-Resident and Resident)

SSCV Program Fees include only regular season on-snow training at Vail and Beaver Creek (and for snowboard, freeski park + pipe and freeride athletes at SSCV Summit County training areas and for Nordic athletes within the Vail Valley) and regular season strength and conditioning in the Vail Valley. SSCV Program Fees exclude all other fees and charges, such as but not limited to the following: early season and late season training and transportation fees and charges, all camps, all ski passes and lift tickets at all mountains, all competition entry fees, all travel, room and board charges, all governing body and association fees, all coach expenses during travel, all van fees (other than in-state van fees back and forth to training or competition) and all team jackets and apparel. Please see Terms + Conditions for more information on the SSCV financial policy and pricing. To inquire about available financial aid, click here.

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

U16 Men’s Calendar
Stay up to date with all training sessions, competitions, and key program dates for the U16 Men’s team throughout the season.

U16 Men's Calendar

U16 Women’s Calendar
Stay up to date with all training sessions, competitions, and key program dates for the U16 Women’s team throughout the season.

U16 Women's Calendar
Volunteer Requirements
Point Requirements: 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 Location: Vail Mountain, primarily at the Golden Peak Competition Arena

Season: Late October through mid-May, with opportunities extending into June depending on snow conditions

On-Snow Training: Typically five days per week, adjusted for weather and competition schedules

Conditioning: Three to four days per week, focused on strength, endurance, and mobility

Strength Training