TSSC Bylaws
Alpine Race Team
Mike Bowman - Program Director
Freestyle Team
Caleb Martin - Program Director
Snowboard Team
Dylan Cooney - Program Director
Team Gravity
Melissa Plantz - Program Director
Telemark and Nordic
Theron Johnson and Lance Waring - Head Coaches
**For more detailed descriptions of each program, including costs and dates please download the information packet under "Registration"**
Our Mission
To instill and nurture a passion for all snow sports along with developing character, discipline and desire, which encourages young athletes to reach their highest potential.
What is TSSC?
The Telluride Ski and Snowboard Club (TSSC) is a non-profit corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Colorado and holds 501 (c)(3) charitable tax exemption status. The TSSC provides regional youths, 6 to 18 years old, competitive skiing and snowboarding programs. TSSC is the largest youth organization, in both size and duration of programs, in the southwestern Colorado region. Over 40% of eligible students who are enrolled in Telluride Public School District R1 participate in TSSC programs.
TSSC membership was over 250 athletes last season and we are looking forward to new members and programs for the 2009/2010 season.
TSSC is comprised of a governing board of 9 directors. The board consists of one alpine seat, one freestyle seat, one snowboard seat, one at-large seat, one seat occupied by the Telluride R1 School District, one seat for the Telluride Ski & Golf Company, as well as three open parent seats. The Club is managed by an executive director, an administrator, a bookkeeper, three program directors, and employs close to 35 coaches.
TSSC is more than just a ski and snowboard club.
TSSC continues to be more than just an athletic program. We strive to be a support group for our members and the youth of the region by setting up structured programs that emphasize safety, discipline, sportsmanship and mountain etiquette. Our coaches love skiing and snowboarding and their passion is infectious.
TSSC also strengthens the community.
Educational benefits. TSSC strives to be the number one academic support organization in the Telluride region. We promote the pursuit of academic excellence and work with the Telluride R1 School District as a partner in setting scholastic standards.
Economic benefits. TSSC markets and hosts several events during the winter which attract competitors from across the nation. The Club hosts several that produce approximately 10,000 skier/snowboarder days. Regional and local businesses benefit from these events, especially during the low-season time of year.
The Club helps keep kids on the right track. TSSC provides the only extracurricular option for ski and snowboard programs with an emphasis on training and competition. Without TSSC, a huge void in after school and weekend youth participation would exist at a time when it is needed most.
Goals and Objectives
Goal 1: To teach competitive skiing and snowboarding skills.
Objectives:
- Recruit and retain highly qualified staff
- Provide professional development
Goal 2: Be accessible to all children.
Objectives:
- Financial assistance fund
- Market the Club as a positive alternative
Goal 3: To model and promote confidence and sportsmanship at all times and especially during competitions.
Objectives:
- Hire coaches who model and inspire the values we hold
- Promote a balance between discipline and high performance with passion and joy for the sport
Goal 4: Strengthen the partnership with the community and build financial resources.
Objectives:
- Offer the region and the towns of Telluride and Mountain Village opportunities to generate new revenue by bringing at least two new events/races to Telluride each winter
- Continue to improve the financial resources of the Club through grants and sponsorships
- Increase collaboration and communication with the schools and other youth organizations
TSSC’s Character Values:
- Honesty
- Ambition
- Humility
- Ethics
- Integrity
- Passion
- Kindness
- Respect
- Fairness
- Sincerity
Fundraising
In the ongoing effort to provide the best ski and snowboarding club possible, other funding pursuits include (but are not limited to):
- Member dues
- Fundraising events
- Corporate sponsorship
- Legacies & bequests
