Youth and Adult Programs
Make the most of
winter
Programs for everyone
Our club offers programs for the whole family to enjoy during the winter season. All programs are based on Cross Country BC and the National Coaching Certification Programs skill development criteria. Qualified, certified coaches are available to keep you striding and gliding with ease.
If you require financial support to register your kids, check out:
Canadian Tire Jump Start, KidSport BC, Athletics for Kids
And for our older Junior Development Program athletes who are now traveling to competitions across the province and country, financial assistance can be applied for here:
Canadian Sport Institute Travel Grant, Rising Star Grant, Team Investors Group Amateur Athletes Fund
This parent and tot program is for 4-5 year olds. Kids are introduced to the sport through play-based activities. Emphasis is on basic skills including balance, movement on skis, as well as falling and getting back up again! This age is an excellent time to learn this fun sport. The Bunnies Program is specifically designed for this age group and emphasizes fun and balance.
Questions? Please email youthprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
This program is for 6-9 year olds. All kids of this age group are welcome including young skiers that have mastered the bunny program and those that are new to cross country skiing, and are eager to get skiing and have fun! Emphasis is on having fun while developing basic skills into refined technique. This group is divided into four levels which recognizes skill development and age appropriate learning.
Questions? Please email youthprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
This program is intended for young skiers aged 9 and older who have completed Jackrabbits or reached a comparable level of skiing. The program recognizes that the age window of 9 to 12 is one of the most important periods of physical motor skill development in children. Training is intended to encourage enjoyment of the sport while refining ski technique and improving overall physical condition.
Questions? Please email youthprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
This is an enhanced training program for those kids wishing to compete regionally and provincially. Kids involved with this program will be trained by our head coach, and will have opportunities to travel, train and race with other kids of their age and development level from across the region.
Questions? Please email youthprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
The Adult starters group is for skiers just starting out or returning to the sport after years away. Learn the basics of cross country skiing so you can start to ski longer with less effort and meet some new friends along the way.
Sessions run January 4th to February 22nd (for Thursday) and January 6th to February 24th (for Saturdays) for 8 weeks. Choice either Thursday nights or Saturday mornings (or both!)
Thursday Night 6pm – 8pm at Panorama Nordic center (or sometimes the Whiteway depending on conditions)
Saturday Morning 10am -12 noon meet at the Barn at Nipika Mountain Resort
Reminder that all Adult program participants need to hold a valid Columbia Valley Nordic Pass pass for the current season.
If you have any question, email the adult programming coordinator!
adultprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
The Adult intermediate group is for those that have skied for a few years or have graduated from the Starters program. Continue to level up your cross country ski skills to be able to ski more varied terrain with confidence.
Sessions run January 4th to February 22nd (for Thursday) and January 6th to February 24th (for Saturdays) for 8 weeks. Choice either Thursday nights or Saturday mornings (or both!)
Thursday Night 6pm – 8pm at Panorama Nordic center (or sometimes the Whiteway depending on conditions)
Saturday Morning 10am -12 noon meet at the Barn at Nipika Mountain Resort
Reminder that all Adult program participants need to hold a valid Columbia Valley Nordic Pass pass for the current season.
If you have any question, email the adult programming coordinator!
adultprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
The Loppet Ready program is for those that really want to level up their cross country ski racing. This program is all about race training so it’s expected that the cross country skier is at the intermediate level or higher. Intervals, race prep will be part of the session. The target races for this program will be the club Loppet Weekend at the end of January and the Huckleberry Loppet in February.
It is also recommended that skiers in this program register for the dryland training starting at the end of September for 6 weeks to start getting ready for the race season.
Sessions run January 4th to February 22nd (for Thursday) and January 6th to February 24th (for Saturdays) for 8 weeks and will be twice a week Thursday night AND Saturday morning.
Thursday Night 6pm – 8pm at Panorama Nordic center (or sometimes the Whiteway depending on conditions)
Saturday Morning 10am -12 noon meet at the Barn at Nipika Mountain Resort
Reminder that all Adult program participants need to hold a valid Columbia Valley Nordic Pass pass for the current season.
If you have any question, email the adult programming coordinator!
adultprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
New this year is dryland training!
This is for those in the Loppet Ready and others who want a jump start on the season to get ready. Tempo sessions, strength training, strides and one evening of Learn to roller ski for those interested in giving it a try to help you get into shape for the upcoming season.
This session starts September 28th and runs 6 weeks until November 2nd
Thursday Night 6pm – 8pm
If you have any question, email the adult programming coordinator!
adultprograms@tobycreeknordic.ca
Kids love
to learn
Ski S’Kool
Elementary School Program
This unique Ski S’Kool program involves multi-day ski lessons to Grade 3 students in the school yards of elementary schools in the Columbia Valley.
The Ski S’Kool program is delivered by the TCNSC volunteers, coaches and athletes that accompany the equipment to schools and provide on-site facilitation and qualified ‘train the trainer’ coaching. This includes grooming and track setting in the school yards beforehand, helping kids get fitted with boots and skis, and providing stimulating lessons in a fun environment.
Through funding provided by the Columbia Valley Community Foundation, the TCNSC has purchased 25 sets of skis, boots and poles to facilitate the program. Ski S’Kool Programs are a great way to introduce cross-country skiing to children in elementary schools. The program helps kids have fun in the winter environment while teaching them cross country ski skills. Our lessons are designed to develop dynamic balance, co-ordination, and fitness in a fun and safe environment.
