The date of this course has been changed to Jan 13,2024 Saturday Jan 27. Skis may be available to rent for the weekend (more info to come). This course is suitable for beginners to the sport, or as a refresher to those returning to XC-skiing. We will be covering classic techniques only. This four hour lesson will cover the basic techniques for effective, efficient and safe XC-skiing on easy terrain. It will include diagonal stride, double pole and hill work. Two instructors along with one assistant will help you become comfortable moving on skis. To encourage participants to utilize the skills just acquired we invite all participants to join us Sunday for a xc ski tour (optional).
A warm building will be open. Warm up or take a break inside when necessary.
Location: Riverdale Mini Park (Subject to change based on conditions or other factors)
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (driving time additional) ( 45 min lunch break)
Date: Saturday Jan 27,2024 with follow-up xc ski tour on Sunday Jan 28 at 1:00pm . (Tour is optional)
Maximum Number of Students: 10
If weather or snow conditions are not favourable the course date will once again be changed. (3 day notice will be given)
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Beginners Cross Country Classic Ski Course Closed
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CA$50.00
Tentative Itinerary:
10:00 am - Greetings, Introductions, Getting to know your gear
10:45 am - Play on Skis (warm-up), Getting up after you fall, Getting into a balanced stance
11:00 am - Moving with skis, no poles
11:30 am - Using poles
Noon - Lunch
12:30 pm - Moving with skis and poles
1:15 pm - Going Uphill and Going downhill
2:00 pm - Break
2:30 pm - Turning and How to enter and exit tracks.
3:00 pm - Thank you for joining us
What to wear?
- Base layer: The first layer of clothing, worn closest to your skin, should be made of synthetic or wool material that dries quickly and moves sweat away from your body so you don’t get cold.
- Middle Layer: Next, you’ll want a layer for warmth, such as a fleece or lightweight puffy jacket or vest.
- Outer Layer: You’ll want a jacket that is water resistant, windproof and breathable.
What to Bring?
- PACK A LUNCH for noon break and snacks to maintain your energy.
- A CHANGE of base layer and a change of mitts for afternoon session. A change of socks is optional.
- SKIS, SKI BOOTS and POLES!
We may be able to provide you with rental equipment for the weekend, cost to be determined. Info to follow at a later date.
For rental inquires please email recreation.wainwright@cfmws.com
Below are a couple charts to help you determine the length of your poles and your skis. These charts are an estimate only.
POLE LENGTH
| SKI LENGTH
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Wainwright Runners reserves the right to postpone or cancell the course in the event of
- four or fewer registrants
- Extreme weather temperature (below -20 during the event)
- Unforeseen circumstances that make the course impossible.
In the case of cancellation, course date will be rescheduled. Fee will not be refunded,
Contact information
- Event contact
- Helen Buzik
- Phone
- 587 281-2052
