CAMPUS LIFE
Great Skiers. Good People.
At BMA, character is developed through real responsibility. Burkies are trusted to contribute to daily life on campus, support the people around them, and represent the school thoughtfully while traveling for training and competition. Through these everyday expectations, students develop accountability, independence, and an understanding that individual success is connected to something larger than themselves.
Our goal is not only to develop exceptional ski racers. It is to help young people become capable, grounded, and generous members of any community they join.
Dorm Living
Living together is central to the BMA experience. Boarding students live in one of five dormitories, typically sharing a room with at least one roommate. Dorm life asks students to consider the needs of others, contribute to a shared home, and build relationships across ages and teams. Faculty dorm parents provide support and guidance while giving students meaningful opportunities to develop independence.
Day students are equally important members of campus life. They join the community for meals, academics, training, campus responsibilities, and many of the everyday moments that make Burke feel like home.
BMA’s 35-acre campus includes academic buildings, five dormitories, the Ronnie Berlack Center, the Shelly Glover Tech Center, and a central dining hall where the community gathers for meals. With Burke Mountain and the Kingdom Trails network just beyond campus, our surroundings are woven into how Burkies train, live, and spend time together.
Hard Work. Community. Core Values.
Most people are capable of far more than they realize. Choosing BMA means choosing to discover that potential through hard work, shared responsibility, and the support of a close-knit community.
Students and staff come to Burke from around the world to train, learn, and grow alongside people who share their commitment. The experience is demanding, but it reveals what each person is capable of and what can be achieved when a community works together.
The BMA Handbook reflects the values and shared expectations that guide life at Burke. Every student is expected to read it, understand it, and uphold the responsibilities that come with being part of our community.
GUIDE TO PHILOSOPHY AND COMMUNITY VALUES
At BMA, every student serves on a Duty Team and shares responsibility for the daily life of the school. Whether emptying the trash, cleaning dining hall tables, or mopping floors, each task matters because the community depends on everyone’s contribution.
That same spirit extends across residential life. Students learn to live and work alongside one another, support each other academically and socially, and recognize when someone needs encouragement. It is equally evident in the Ronnie Berlack Center, where athletes push one another, celebrate one another’s progress, and understand that individual growth is strengthened by the team.
BMA SPEAKER SERIES
At BMA, our Speaker Series caters to the unique interests and needs of our student-athletes. We welcome industry professionals, alums, and thought leaders in sports psychology, dietetics, and related fields to deliver engaging, relevant talks that benefit our entire school community and provide valuable insights for each student's journey at BMA and beyond.
Topics include:
- Sexual Health and Healthy Relationships
- Social Courage and Navigating Social Media
- Mental Health (for yourself and supporting your peers)
- Nutrition and Fueling for Race Season
BMA DAY: Video by Sam Cowan ’11
