For many kids, the last day of school means they have a chance to finally chill out and reach for their favorite game console. No homework. No reasonable bedtime. Just an air-conditioned dive into their favorite digitally enhanced bad guy within the world of their favorite video game landscape. This can be a nightmare for parents who have visions of their active school-going children turned into bleary-eyed couch potatoes by summer’s end.
At Shredder Ski School, we say not so fast. Ski and Snowboarding school bring real-life action to kids during the off-season – and that means over summer break!
What is Shredder Ski School?
First, some basic info about our ski school. Shredder Ski School is a fully operational, year-round indoor facility where kids and adults of all ages can hit the “slopes” when they aren’t up on the mountain. Shredder peaks are lined with a material that mimics snow, the way it feels, and moves under skis, with just a mist of water.
We offer classes of all levels, starting with our youngest shredders at 10 months old. Our classes are awesome, but our summer camps are epic. Here are three outstanding reasons why kid’s ski school is the perfect summer camp.
Reason 1: Keep Kids Active at Ski School
Physical activity doesn’t have to go by the wayside once school lets out for the summer. Skiing and Snowboarding camp is a great way for kids to maintain the physical and mental health benefits that come with physical activity. Kids need it more than ever!
- Kids between the ages of 6-11 become 17 minutes less active per week each year
- The World Health Organization attributes kid’s decline in physical activity to inactivity during leisure time and sedentary behavior while at home
- The CDC recommends children be active a minimum of 3 days per week with exercise and strength training to maintain good health
Plus, Shredder summer camps keep kids’ minds and bodies active when they are off the slopes as well, with fun activities like Snapology, arts and crafts, fort building and more. They won’t miss one minute of screen time when they are hanging out with their friends at the most epic ski school in Colorado.
Reason 2: Improve Their Mad Slope Skills
There is only one way to improve confidence on the slopes, and that is with practice. Hours and hours of it. Kids who attend ski school summer camp at Shredder will spend hours each week practicing and perfecting their skiing and snowboarding skills in a fun and safe environment.
By the time they get back up on fresh powder, they will have gained strength, skill, and confidence to excel and enjoy the entire ski season. At Shredder, we think there’s nothing better! We take tremendous pride in helping kids become the best athletic versions of themselves.
Reason 3: Keep Them Social
A positive social environment is key to maintaining good mental health for kids and adolescents.
- Studies show there is a strong relationship between social isolation and anxiety and depression in kids and teens
- Social isolation can lead children to be psychologically distressed in adulthood
- An environment of positive reinforcement can benefit children long term, help them build character and develop self-esteem
A Ski School in Colorado, Perfect for Winter Season
Colorado’s winters are some of the most beautiful in the world, but they can be tough on kids – and parents! If your family loves skiing and snowboarding, but you don’t want to deal with the winter blues, Shredder Ski School is perfect for you.
Our Colorado locations mean that when it starts to snow, you can hit the slopes any day of the week. However, even if it is not snowing our locations give little shredders a place to practice no matter what the conditions!
Shredder Ski School is the perfect place to keep kids active during summer vacation, while also making the Colorado winter season a breeze. Check all of our locations in here!
Shredder Ski School Keeps Summers Cool
Ask the campers at our Shredder summer camps, and they will tell you what a blast they have had each summer with their friends and the Shredder Ski School staff.
There is nothing like what we do for kids to keep their bodies and minds strong and healthy while enriching their social environment with encouragement and positivity. It’s a win-win for parents and kids. And we get a kick out of it too!
Next time you think your kid might be couch potato bound, look no further than Shredder Ski School summer camps and let the fun begin.