Other Opportunities for Coaches

While this discussion primarily addresses coaching on the junior level, there are approximately 7,000 racers on 600 men's and women's teams competing in United States Collegiate Ski Association competitions, which encompass 92 percent of all college ski racing.

Many of the participating schools are smaller colleges. Consequently, these schools are more apt to include skiing as a varsity activity and need the services of a full-time program director. Some powerhouse USCSA schools include Whitman College in Washington, Boston College, Brigham Young University, Sierra Nevada College in Nevada, and Central Oregon Community College. As budgets are often tight, it may be impossible to hire additional assistant coaches, which puts the entire work load on one coach. A nice benefit of coaching at some of these schools is that a contract may reduce or eliminate tuition fees if the coach wants to take classes on the side.

Schools competing in NCAA competitions include traditional powerhouses like the University of Colorado, Dartmouth, Middlebury, and the University of Vermont. These schools have well-developed programs, and their coaches are top-level administrators and technical specialists.

Coaching is, again, a small segment in the ski industry. However, because of the myriad skills required and the opportunities to travel, ski, and develop outstanding athletes, it's a fascinating career avenue worthy of consideration.

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