WELCOME TO PEAK NORDIQ
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What is Peak Nordiq?
Peak Nordiq is a high-performance Nordic ski team training and competing towards National level competition, based in Calgary, AB. Peak Nordiq includes athletes from Cross Country, Biathlon and Para skiing groups working together to reach their peak performance.
Mission Statement
Peak Nordiq is dedicated to fostering the long-term development of cross-country skiers by providing a structured, high-performance training environment for athletes transitioning beyond the LTAD - Learn to Compete program. We strive to support and retain athletes in their pursuit of excellence while strengthening the Foothills Nordic community and inspiring the next generation of skiers.
Program Offerings
We offer a team focused cross-country training group supporting athletes in their progress towards national training centres and overall goal achievement in the peak years of their physiology and trainability. Peak Nordiq offers:
Strong training environment
Team practices 4-6 days/week May through March (prorated option Sep - March also available)
Group of like minded athletes pushing each other
Dryland and on snow training camp opportunities
Individualized training plans tailored to your schedule
Working with coaches daily to modify plans in TrainingPeaks to best suit your needs
Fatigue monitoring; resting heart rate, HRV and RPE
Strength plans from certified personal trainers
Testing protocols
Anaerobic threshold treadmill test with lactate measurements
Periodic uphill running and strength tests
Improve understanding of training zones and evaluate fatigue levels through training cycles based test results
IST (Integrated Support Team) - referral to professionals as needed
Sports doctor, physiotherapist, nutritionist, physiologist etc
Race and wax support at all major Canadian biathlon and cross country races
International trip opportunities if appropriate
Winter trails and roller ski trails within walking distance to the University of Calgary
Access to Biathlon range at the Canmore Nordic Centre + weekly shooting coaching for biathletes
Part time paid coaching opportunities with Foothills Nordic Ski Club youth groups
Program Options and Costs
***Costs will be finalized by end of April
Core Values
Athlete Development
We believe in nurturing talent beyond high school, recognizing that peak performance is a long-term journey.
Commitment to Excellence
Our program empowers athletes to pursue their highest potential through dedication, resilience, and high-quality coaching.
Community & Mentorship
We create an environment where experienced athletes inspire and guide younger athletes, fostering a culture of continuous growth.
Accessibility & Sustainability
By offering a cost-effective, supportive training group based in Calgary, we strive to support athletes in their pursuit of a ski career into their twenties concurrent with academic and personal life goals.
Passion for Sport
We celebrate the love of cross-country skiing and biathlon, promoting lifelong engagement and enjoyment in the sport.
Team Peak Nordiq : 2025/26 Athletes
Applications Still Open
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Sophie Jensen
Foothills Nordic
Sophie has been skiing for as long as she can remember, and doing so with Foothills since she was 9. Since then, she has loved racing at the provincial and national level, especially the long distance races. She is now thrilled to be able to continue skiing competitively while pursuing a neuroscience degree at the University of Calgary. Some of Sophie’s favourite things are cross-country skiing, stating the obvious, repeating herself, and cross-country skiing.
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Aiden Armstrong
Foothills Nordic
Hello I’m Aiden, I’m from Grande Prairie, Alberta. My home club is Wapiti Nordic. I’ve been skiing since I was 3 years old, when my parents threw me on skis. I began racing when I was 8 and never looked back. Last year I moved down to Calgary to pursue a degree in biology at the University of Calgary, while continuing to ski with Peak. My favourite place to ski is Canmore! I also enjoy xc running and exploring the mountains!
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Lily Guss
Foothills Nordic
Bio coming soon
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Joshua Adams
Foothills Nordic
Bio coming soon
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Amelia Custodio
Foothills Nordic
Bio coming soon
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Avery Thompson
Bragg Creek
Bio coming soon
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Avery Balbanida
Bragg Creek
Bio coming soon
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William McGonigle
Ile-a-la Crosse Ski Club
Bio coming soon
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Max Siemens
Foothills Nordic Biathlon
Bio coming soon
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Tobias Lemee
Foothills Nordic Biathlon
Bio coming soon
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Lillian Gervais
Foothills Nordic - Summer Program
Bio coming soon
Accepting Applications Now!
Interested in joining the Peak Nordiq team? Complete the form below to get in touch with our head coach today!