Jackrabbits Level 3 + 4, Plus + Dryland

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Jackrabbits Level 3 + 4 Program

A fun and skill-building program for young skiers, Jackrabbits 3 & 4 focus on developing agility, balance, coordination, and speed, while Jackrabbits Plus provides extra training for enhanced skills and fitness.

Fall Session (Dryland)

  • Activities include running, biking, core/strength training, agility, balance, and coordination drills

  • Fun games and movement-based activities to improve fitness

  • Potential indoor training options (e.g., climbing gym) in November (additional costs may apply)

Winter Session (On-Snow)

  • Jackrabbits 3 & 4:

    • Develop fundamental ski skills through the Foothills Nordic Skill Matrix

    • Classic technique taught in all levels, skate skiing introduced in Levels 3 & 4

    • Emphasis on FUN and participation in a progressive skill-building environment

  • Jackrabbits Plus:

    • Covers all skills in Levels 3 & 4 with twice-per-week training for more time on skis

    • Designed for ages 8–10, following Cross Country Canada’s Skill Development program

    • Includes participation in the Huckleberry Loppet in Golden, featuring ski races, a pizza party, and social activities

Additional Opportunities

  • Races & Events:

    • Participation in local races such as the Cookie Race, Alberta Cup, and other regional events is encouraged

    • Great way to enhance skills and connect with the Foothills Nordic community

  • Fun Club Activities Included in Registration:

    • Terrain Park FUN Nights

    • Family Ski Days (Bragg Creek or Kananaskis)

    • Foothills Club Day


Coaching Excellence

Our dedicated NCCP-trained coaches include former Jackrabbits and Foothills Nordic high-performance athletes, ensuring a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Program Details

    • Jackrabbits Level 3 (ages 8/9) – participants must have completed level 2.

    • Jackrabbits Level 4 (ages 9/10) – participants must have completed level 3

    • Jackrabbits Plus (ages 8 to 10) – participants must have completed level 3

    • Fall Session (Dryland): September 17 through November 19

    • Winter Session (On-Snow): Starting the first week of December to mid March

  • For the Winter Session, choose one program time from the following offerings:

    Tuesday & Wednesday 4:30 to 6:00 pm : Jackrabbits 3 and 4

    Tuesday & Wednesday & Thursday 6:15 to 7:45 pm : Jackrabbits 3

    Wednesday 6:15 to 7:45 pm : Jackrabbits 4

    Biathlon Bears
    Add-On (6:30 – 8:00 pm)
    Tuesday & Thursday : Jackrabbits Plus
    Wednesday : Learn To Ski

    • Fall Session (Dryland): Edworthy Park, Confederation Park at Rosemont Community Centre, possible indoor activities

    • Winter Session (On-Snow): Confederation Park Golf Course.  Other locations may be used for extra and weekend activities (Terrain Park nights, Family ski days – West Bragg Creek trails, Canmore and other mountain locations)

  • Participants are expected to have appropriate ski equipment and winter clothing. There will be a Parent Information session before the start of classes to review equipment and clothing.

  • We encourage families of all economic levels to participate in this awesome winter sport. If you have constraints for program or equipment costs, Foothills Nordic encourages families to seek support through KIDSPORT, a local program to help lower-income families with sport and activity program costs.

  • Foothills Nordic is able to run high quality programs for a reasonable cost due to the volunteer support from our families.  Based on the Club’s volunteer bond, ALL Jackrabbit parents will be required to volunteer six hours throughout the season.  Numerous volunteer opportunities will be available from coach support for Bunnies, Group Monitoring for Jackrabbits, parking or snow grooming support and support for weekend events (Terrain Nights, Family Ski Days and the Cookie Race).  A full sign-up list with details on volunteer jobs will be available and communicated before the first on-snow sessions.

    For information on the volunteer bond and the many other volunteer opportunities available throughout the year, see Club Volunteer Opportunities.

    We also welcome keen parents with strong basic ski skills to become coaches. Please note your interest when you register or contact the Jackrabbit Coach/Leader Coordinator.

  • If you have any questions, please contact biathlonbears@foothillsnordic.ca.