*PAST EVENT* (AB) Classic Cross-Country Ski Lessons (Jan 20, Feb 11, Mar 2) 2024

Event Details

We ask our allies to allow BIPOC members to register for this event. Thank you!

This year you have the option of continuing your skills throughout the winter with our amazing instructor Isabel.

Please read carefully prior to making your selection

Intro – January 13: RESCHEDULED TO JAN 20 OR 27, WEATHER DEPENDENT.

Will cover striding, gliding and turning on easy terrain. Skill-building activities and plenty of practice will help you become comfortable moving on skis.

Basic Hills – February 11:

Will help you gain confidence in cross-country skiing on hilly trails this season. Join us on rolling terrain in Kananaskis and learn how to move uphill, turn, glide downhill and slow down. Prerequisite: Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lesson or equivalent experience.

Skill Builder – March 2:

Will review and improve your diagonal stride, double poling skills and introduce one-step double pole. We will also work on downhill technique and learn how to keep your speed up on varied terrain. Prerequisite: Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lesson + Basic Hills or equivalent experience.

Cost:

Rentals Included, but if you have your own gear, please bring them.

$95 per one of the lessons

$ 160 for Intro (Jan 13) + Basic Hills (Feb 11) or Basic Hills (Feb 11) + Skill builder (Mar 2)

$ 230 for Intro (Jan 13) + Basic Hills (Feb 11) + Skill builder (Mar 2)

Not included: parking fee in Kananaskis (Carpooling highly recommended to cut on cost)

Vehicles parked at the provincial park and public land sites in Kananaskis Country and the Bow Valley need a Conservation Pass.

Buy your pass online and register your license plate. Passes can also be purchased in-person or by using Wi-Fi at Kananaskis Visitor Information Centers (Barrier, Elbow and Peter Lougheed) and the Canmore Nordic Centre Day Lodge.

F or any questions please reach out to [email protected]