Sam Cheek
Hello!!
I grew up in Breckenridge (breckenfridge) where I quickly learned how cold my toes can get in ski boots. Thankfully I persevered and found a love and passion for skiing. I grew up skiing slopestyle and racing but mainly had a desire to ski high alpine bowls and trees. After a childhood of champagne powder, I decided to give the PNW cement a try and moved out to Washington state for school. I got the opportunity to learn the ways of slow lifts at Mt. Baker and an appreciation for GORE-TEX. I got into the big mountain scene and was the President of the Western Washington University Freeride Club, basically the easiest way to go on free ski trips. After graduating I made the commute to the infamous Jackson Hole and have loved every minute of it since!
Sport-specific Background and Certifications:
- President Western Washington University Freeride Ski Club
- IFSA Freeride 100 Coach
- Former IFSA Collegiate athlete
- Former FIS racing athlete
Personal Philosophy:
I have a passion for coaching because of how life changing skiing and the community as been for me. From a young age being on a club team instilled so many skills I use in my everyday life and an appreciation for the mountains we play in. I hope to give athletes the opportunity to find themselves and express who they are on and off the skis. I hope my athletes at the end of each season not only learned a few things but are proud of themselves for what they accomplished.