Why Team Summit Snowboard is the Ultimate Ride
From First Competition Turns to Podiums – Why Team Summit Snowboard is the Ultimate Ride
Whether your child is strapping in for their very first competition turns or chasing a dream to ride on the world’s biggest stages, Team Summit Colorado’s Snowboard Program has a place—and a path—for them.
At Team Summit, we believe in more than just great snowboarding. We’re a youth development organization, and snowboarding is the vehicle we use to teach commitment, courage, community, and confidence. Our coaches don’t just build athletes—they mentor well-rounded individuals who thrive both on and off the mountain.
🌟 Start Here: Intro to Team Summit Snowboard
Every champion starts somewhere. Our Intro to Team Summit Snowboard program is designed for riders ages 6+ who are confidently linking turns on green or easy blue terrain and are ready for something more. This is where kids fall in love with the sport, learn how to safely navigate the mountain, and begin building the foundational skills that carry through every level of our program. Coaching focuses on balance, body position, mountain awareness, and—most importantly—FUN. Athletes build friendships, confidence, and a deeper connection to snowboarding in a supportive, team-focused environment.🏂 Progression with Purpose: Development Teams
As riders progress, our Snowboard Development Programs become their next launchpad. This is where riders build their style, technique, and mountain mastery—exploring groomers, powder, trees, terrain parks, and even basic boardercross and rail features. Whether your athlete loves the thrill of jumps, the freedom of freeriding, or the precision of carving, our coaches help guide their development with encouragement and intention.🎯 Choose Your Line: Competitive Programs
Once athletes are ready for consistent training and event participation, they enter our Competitive Programs, where they can pursue a range of disciplines:✳️ Slopestyle & Big Air
Athletes train on jumps, rails, and creative terrain features to develop style, control, and amplitude. Coaching includes trick progression, video review, and a deep focus on execution.🌀 Halfpipe
Riders learn to generate speed and power in the pipe, focusing on edge control, amplitude, and technical trick development.🔁 Boardercross (SBX)
Athletes learn how to race with strategy, speed, and control while navigating rollers, banks, and jumps in high-intensity head-to-head heats.⛰️ Big Mountain Snowboard
For riders who thrive off-piste, our Big Mountain Program trains snowboarders to handle natural terrain, steep lines, cliffs, and technical features. It’s about reading terrain, riding fluidly, and staying in control in challenging conditions. Our athletes compete in IFSA-sanctioned events across the Rockies—building confidence and respect for the mountain.🎶 Rail Jams
Creativity matters. Team Summit athletes have regular opportunities to showcase their skills and style in rail jams and local park sessions. These low-pressure, high-stoke events are perfect for learning new tricks, filming content, and connecting with the local shred scene.🎓 Peak Performance: Team Summit Snowboard Academy
For snowboarders with elite-level goals, our Snowboard Academy offers a full-time training environment paired with flexible academic options. This is where competitive snowboarders fully commit to their dreams. Academy athletes benefit from:- Year-round, sport-specific training
- Access to strength, conditioning, and sport psychology support
- Domestic and international travel to top-tier events
- Academic partnerships that support athletic schedules