Cloud City Mountain Sports

Mountain Sports. From Snow to Dirt.

Where mountain athletes are challenged to grow, have fun, compete, and belong.

Welcome to Cloud City Mountain Sports — where local youth build confidence, challenge themselves, and have fun through adventure in every season. Designed for athletes of all experience levels, CCMS offers opportunities in Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, snowboarding, and mountain biking in a supportive, community-driven environment.

Whether athletes are training toward competitive goals, exploring new disciplines, or simply building a lifelong love for the outdoors, our programs help young people stay active, develop resilience, and create lasting friendships along the way. At CCMS, we’re more than a sports program — we’re a mountain community where athletes grow, belong, and thrive together.

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Built for the mountains. Powered by community.

Alpine

The CCMS Alpine Program is designed to help young athletes grow both on and off the mountain through skill development, competition, teamwork, and a passion for skiing. Serving athletes across a variety of ages and ability levels, our program provides a supportive environment where skiers can challenge themselves, build confidence, and develop strong fundamentals in Alpine racing.

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Nordic

The CCMS Nordic Program provides athletes with the opportunity to develop endurance, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for outdoor adventure through the sport of cross-country skiing. Open to a variety of ages and experience levels, the program focuses on building strong technical skills, athletic development, and a positive team environment where athletes are encouraged to challenge themselves while having fun.

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Snowboard

The CCMS Snowboard Program gives young athletes the opportunity to build skills, confidence, and creativity on the mountain in a fun and supportive environment. Open to riders of varying ages and ability levels, the program focuses on progression, mountain awareness, and personal growth while helping athletes develop a strong foundation in snowboarding.

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MTN Biking

The CCMS Mountain Bike Program provides young athletes with the opportunity to build confidence, fitness, and technical riding skills while exploring the trails and outdoor spaces that make our community unique. Designed for a variety of ages and experience levels, the program creates a supportive environment where riders can challenge themselves, stay active, and develop a lifelong connection to outdoor adventure.

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❊ Testimonials

Loved by Athletes, Trusted by Parents.

We appreciate CCMS and all of the people who are committed to the success of the program. Our kids have been given so many opportunities to thrive- they love it, and we are so grateful!

— Erin D., Parent

We might be a little biased, so we'll let our athletes, families, and community members do the talking. Here's what they have to say about their CCMS experience.

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CCMS has been such a gift for our family. The organization has a real talent for meeting kids where they are — making intimidating sports like skiing and mountain biking feel approachable from day one. Both of our boys have built so much independence and skill, but one of the biggest things has been the chance to be around such wonderful adults in our community. The character building is every bit as valuable as what they've learned on the bike or the snow.

— Nell L., Parent

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CCMS is an incredible club that’s made up of incredible people. It is the most loving and supportive collection of people that I have ever hoped to find. Everyone is there for the same reason, to support our kiddos as they grow in their love for skiing and playing in the mountains.

— Leo S., Parent

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I was nervous about signing up my daughter for the bike team because she learned to ride a bike later than most. To my delight, she absolutely loved it! The best part was watching her confidence grow throughout the season.  The coaches are truly amazing, and I’m so grateful for the positive impact they have on our kids both on and off the trail.

— Megan G., Parent

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❊ FAQs

New to Cloud City Mountain Sports? Here are answers to some of the most common questions families ask when getting started.

  • Cloud City Mountain Sports is a nonprofit youth sports organization based in Leadville that provides year-round mountain sport opportunities for local youth. Our programs include alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and outdoor adventure activities. Our mission is to make mountain sports accessible, affordable, and fun while helping young people develop confidence, skills, and a lifelong love of the outdoors.

  • CCMS welcomes youth from Leadville, Lake County, and surrounding communities. Programs are available for a wide range of ages (typically 4-17) and abilities, from first-time participants to experienced athletes pursuing competitive goals.

  • Program fees vary depending on the sport, season, and level of participation. CCMS works hard to keep costs affordable and offers scholarship opportunities to ensure that financial circumstances are never a barrier to participation.

  • Absolutely. One of the core values of Cloud City Mountain Sports is making outdoor recreation and mountain sports accessible to all youth. We believe that financial circumstances should never prevent a child from participating in our programs. Scholarship opportunities are available across many of our programs thanks to the support of our donors, sponsors, grants, and fundraising efforts. If cost is a concern, we encourage families to apply—we are committed to helping every child find their place in the CCMS community.

  • Equipment requirements vary by program. Some athletes own their equipment, while others rent or borrow gear. CCMS partners with local organizations and businesses to help families access affordable equipment options whenever possible.

  • No. While we offer competitive opportunities in many of our programs, our primary goal is to help young people build skills, confidence, friendships, and a lifelong connection to outdoor recreation. Athletes can participate for fun, fitness, adventure, competition, or all of the above.

  • In short, yes. Parent involvement helps make our programs successful. While requirements vary by program, families are encouraged to volunteer at events, races, fundraisers, trail projects, and other club activities. Volunteer support helps keep programs affordable and strengthens our community.

  • CCMS coaches include experienced educators, athletes, outdoor professionals, parents, and community volunteers who are passionate about youth development and mountain sports. Coaches focus on creating a safe, supportive, and positive environment where athletes can learn and grow. Our coaches are members of the US Ski and Snowboard Association and Safesport-trained; our MS and HS teams are governed by CHSAA regulations

  • CCMS is built on the belief that mountain sports can positively impact young lives. While we value skill development and athletic achievement, our focus extends beyond competition. We strive to develop confident, resilient, and community-minded young people while providing meaningful experiences in the outdoors.

  • We understand that choosing the right program can feel overwhelming, especially if your family is new to mountain sports. We are happy to help! Contact us and we'll discuss your child's age, experience level, interests, and goals to help determine the best fit.

  • Our goal is simple: to create lifelong participants in mountain sports and outdoor recreation. Whether an athlete becomes a racer, coach, volunteer, outdoor enthusiast, or simply enjoys spending time outside with family and friends, we consider that a success.

  • No worries! Email Sherri@cloudcitymountainsports.org

From Trails to Snow, Adventure Starts Here.