After a stellar skiing career that spanned over 40 years at Breckenridge, Dirk Muller passed away from cancer on February 9, 2018, at the age of 63. He excelled in downhill skiing and jumping for his high school in Minneapolis, Minnesota before moving to Colorado in 1974. Dirk began as a lift operator and started instructing in the years that followed. His individual passion for skiing, racing, and jumping was only equaled by his love of teaching. He was an exceptional athlete who possessed tremendous people skills and taught literally thousands of students to ski with his patient encouragement. From the beginner to the expert, he challenged everyone to do their best and enjoy the thrill of skiing in the Rocky Mountains.

He achieved various certifications from the PSIA over the years, yet he never forgot his humble beginnings in the early 1970’s trying to get established in the Breckenridge community. In the Summers Dirk worked on his golf game, winning the Men's Club Championship back-to-back in 1985 and 1986 the year his son, Bret, was born! He went on to work at the Breckenridge Golf Club for many years as one of the Lead Irrigation Technicians. He taught his 4 sons' patience and respect for the game, just as he did his 1,000's of students as a ski instructor.

He requested that a memorial scholarship fund be established in his name to assist others with the financial cost of certification. As a long-time member of PSIA-AASI, Dirk always said he had the greatest job in the world, and he actively shared his love of the sport with his co-workers and clients. He will be remembered as a friend and mentor to many people, and this scholarship is his way of giving back to the community that he cherished.

To celebrate his memory and honor his commitment to the sport we will be supporting local Summit County charity Building Hope again this year!

To learn more and register CLICK HERE