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Sugar Bowl Academy is a college preparatory, athletic-oriented boarding and day school located near Truckee, California.
The school provides students with the unique opportunity to maximize their athletic potential without compromising their academic standards.
The program is designed around a flexible yet demanding college preparatory curriculum, a rigorous athletic training program, and the development of outstanding individuals.
Through its academic, athletic, and community-oriented programs, SBA seeks to empower each student with the skills necessary to enjoy an educated and enriched life.
Sugar Bowl Academy is the only fully accredited college preparatory school for the competitive skier in California.
It provides a rigorous academic experience for students who wish to pursue alpine, nordic and freeride skiing at the highest competitive levels.
Academic and athletic scheduling is designed to accommodate the demanding training and race schedules of the student-athletes.
Enrollment averages around 90 students as the facility accommodates a student body of 30 boarding and 30 day students.
The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Tuition for full time day student, includes ski team fees, season pass, access to off season programs, and mental and physical health supports, 2 meals a day, team jacket
Sugar Bowl Academy is a college preparatory, athletic-oriented
boarding and day school located near Truckee, California. The
school provides students with the unique opportunity to maximize
their athletic potential without compromising their academic
standards. The program is designed around a flexible yet demanding
college preparatory curriculum, a rigorous athletic training
program, and the development of outstanding individuals. Through
its academic, athletic, and community-oriented programs, SBA seeks
to empower each student with the skills necessary to enjoy an
educated and enriched life. Sugar Bowl Academy is the only fully
accredited college preparatory school for the competitive skier in
California. It provides a rigorous academic experience for students
who wish to pursue alpine, freeride, and park skiing at the highest
competitive levels. Academic and athletic scheduling is designed to
accommodate the demanding training and race schedules of the
student-athletes. Enrollment averages around 60 students as the
facility accommodates a student body of 30 boarding and 30 day
students. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association
of Schools and Colleges and the National Association of Independent
Schools.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Luke Winters - Current US Ski Team Member
Xander Guldman - Professional Skier, Freeride World Tour Competitor, Sponsored Athlete
Alice Robinson - New Zealand World Cup Alpine Ski Athlete
Katie Parker - Former Australian Alpine Olympic Skier
Issac Freeland - Professional Skier, Freeride World Tour Champion
Ten years after graduation, private school alumni reflect on advantages, regrets, career impact, and life lessons—unearthing truths families need to know.
