Carrabassett Valley Academy (CVA) is a private middle/high school located at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain in Maine offering a unique balance of college-preparatory academics and competitive ski and snowboard training.
CVA is more than a school; it is a way of life that is shaped by the ruggedness of the terrain and environment. CVA student-athletes have direct access to the world-class training venues at Sugarloaf including:
- FIS certified downhill course
- USSS freestyle moguls course
- Olympian-designed cross course
- 6 terrain parks
- 650 acres of backcountry-style glades
- Largest vertical drop East of the Rockies
Since 1982, CVA has helped aspiring student-athletes achieve more - from winning Olympic Gold, to starting successful careers, to becoming passionate members of their communities. CVA’s intensive college preparatory program prepares student-athletes for the college or career of their choice.