Cross Country (XC) Ski Programs – Ages 14-19

Introduction to Train to Train 1 (T1-XC) is a new program aimed at 12-15 year olds who like to be active outdoors and are interested in the sport of cross country skiing, but have less than two years of experience with classic and skate ski technique.  The T1 program normally runs 11 months but this program is split into 3 separate sessions to allow participants the opportunity to try the sport. Spring/Fall is dryland training. Winter Athletes will focus on skate and classic techniques in a fun and social environment. Fitness, teamwork and personal interaction skills will be emphasized.

Learn to Compete (LC) is for athletes seeking improvement and refinement in XC skiing. Training sessions and workout modes are specifically catered to meet different athlete needs depending on their development.

Train to Train 2 includes an introduction to sport rules and ethics, nutrition, goal setting skills, teamwork, personal interaction skills and fitness testing.

Teen Ski is intended for skiers aged 14+ with prior nordic experience who are interested in skiing for fun, fitness and friendship. *NEW* Participants can register for the Fall Teen Dryland program independent of the On-Snow program.

*NEW* Learn2Ski ages 12-15.  Due to increased demand Foothills is offering a learn to ski program for youth ages 12 to 15.  In order to give them a chance to learn basic nordic ski skills with others of a similar age.  This program will run for approximately 12  weeks, starting in late November.   More details will be available soon