Sugar Bowl has had a rich and storied history in the sport of ski racing. From the famed Silver Belt race to the US National Alpine Championships Sugar Bowl has always been a place where the best in the world love to compete. From Sugar Bowl Ambassador and World Champion Daron Rahlves to the legendary Mahre brothers or the likes of Stein Ericksen or Billy the Kidd “The Bowl” has always been a place for the best in the world to compete.

With the new addition of our Snowboard Team, Sugar Bowl is the perfect place to bring the family. Our Snowboard team is a developmental group that offers coaching to kids from the ages 7-18. This program is to focus on the development of youth snowboarders in all terrain to make strong talented athletes.

The highly successful Sugar Bowl Ski Team provides freeride and ski racing programs for children as young as 5 years old and up as well as a racing program for adults. While alumni include U.S. Ski Team members and they had nearly 40 athletes compete in various Junior Olympic events last season, their main objective is to provide a fun environment for kids to learn to love the sport of skiing. They emphasize character development and recently received a national honor from the Positive Coaching Alliance (link). Further information and a wait-list application available at www.sbst.org.

The Sugar Bowl Academy is an accredited college preparatory school that provides an outstanding academic experience for students who wish to pursue Alpine (both racing and freeride) and Nordic skiing at the highest competitive levels. Academic and athletic scheduling is designed to accommodate the demanding training and competition schedules of the student athletes. Achievement of excellence, both in the classroom and on the hill, is the goal for all students. More information on this program can be found at www.sbacademy.org.

The Far west Race Association (FWRA) offers friendly competition for all levels of skiers and snowboarders from beginners through experts. Races are organized into classes covering 11 skill levels so participants race against those with similar ability. FWRA’s handicap system allows skiers and riders to identify their skill class and measure progress as skills improve. FWRA also arranges a number of training clinics throughout the season, including beginner race training for first timers. It’s a great way to socialize and meet new people. It’s also a great way to improve your skills while having fun. It will make you a better all-around skier or rider. To get involved, join a club in your area then show up and have fun!