55+ Women

We are excited to announce that registration for the 2024-2025 season is open.

Ages

55 and older

SEASON

Fall Dryland:  Mid September to Mid November (10 sessions)

Winter:  December to March (approximately 10 to 12 sessions depending on the snow conditions!)

TIMES

Wednesday 1-230pm

Thursday 1-230pm

Location

Our prime location will be Confederation Park Golf Course. There may be a few planned outings to Canmore Nordic Centre depending on the snow conditions.

Cost

Program Fee

• Fall Dryland $155
• Winter Program $160

Foothills Nordic membership (during registration)

Confederation Trail User Fees (during registration)

There will be a maximum of 18 participants allowed to register, and a waitlist for another 8 that we will accommodate based on coaching availability.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The 55+ Women’s program is designed for women who have some cross country ski experience.

Fall Dryland Option:  This fall program will get you ready for the on-snow season. Dryland sessions will be run outdoors, rain or shine and will be located at parks in central and central northwest Calgary. The program will include ski striding (think: walking up and down hill with poles), body weight strength and stabilizing exercises for the upper and lower body, core, agility, balance and coordination exercises. The focus will be on building a strong foundation for cross-country skiing. There will be minimal to no jogging, running or hopping but participants should be able to walk up and down hills repeatedly.

Winter Program:  Safety, comfort and confidence are our priority and sessions are designed to achieve that through movement on skis, body mobility, skill drills and free skiing in a relaxed, social environment. Programming is in classic technique, although skate may be added if participants are interested. The program will provide you with specific ways to improve your ski technique and efficiency. Through safe and simplified progressions we aim to increase your confidence on flat, uphill and downhill terrain. Come ski and socialize with other 55+ women skiers!

INSTRUCTORS

Wednesday: Isabel Aguilar, CANSI I and Darryl Mekechuk, CANSI III

Thursday: Michelle Deacon,CANSI III, NCCP CCI and Darryl Mekechuk, CANSI III

More information

If you have any questions, please e-mail Foothills Nordic Adult Program Manager.