Adult Lessons
January 11, 2024 23882
Registration for Adult Lessons is open for the 2024-25 season.
Questions can be directed to adultlessons@edmontonnordic.ca
CB: Classic Beginner
These programs aim to take students from the beginner level to be able to safely ski easy to intermediate terrain at the student’s level. Students registering for this class should either have never skied before, never had a cross-country ski lesson before, or want to refresh their classic skiing skills at the beginner level. In lessons, students will learn the diagonal stride technique with a focus on five key points: athletic stance, leaning forward from the ankles, hip rotation, quick feet, and actively driving their knee and hip forward, with an overall goal of skiing on one ski at a time. Additionally, students will learn how to double pole, how to get up from a fall, herringbone, side step, as well as slowing down, turning, and stopping on downhills. Aside from technical aspects, students will learn the functional application of the skills they have learnt, and ultimately how to have fun while cross country skiing. All lessons will involve education on proper skiing clothing, equipment, waxing, and other information as the instructor sees fit. If you think that the Classic Beginner program is a good fit for you, please register today!
Karen: CB Session 1 (4 lessons) ($200) Monday 1-2:30 PM – Dec 2, 9, 16 & 23
Katrina: CB Session 2 (4 lessons) ($200) Monday 7-8:30 PM – Dec 2, 9, 16 & 23
Greg: CB Session 3 (4 lessons) ($200) Tuesday 1-2:30 PM – Dec 3, 10, 17 & 24
Ruben: CB Session 4 (4 lessons) ($200) Monday 7-8:30 PM – Feb 3, 10, 17 & 24,
Anne: CB Session 5 (4 lessons) ($200) Wednesday 1:30-3p.m. Jan. 8, 15, 22, &29
Lisa: CB Session 6 (4 lessons) ($200) Tuesday 6:30-8pm Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Kelly: CB Session 8 (4 lessons) ($200) Thursday/Friday: 1-2:30 PM – Feb 20/21 & 27/28
Adult Scared Stiff Lesson: If you are interested in learning to cross country ski but really have some concerns about the results of falling and having difficulties getting up…or perhaps you got a pair of cross country skis recently and want to learn how to use these things properly without breaking them or yourself? You should register for this “super” lesson.
Don: CB Session 7 (1 super lesson) ($100) Saturday, 3-5pm. Jan. 18
Classic Beginner for Jackrabbits Parents (CBJR)
These lessons are intended for Jackrabbits’ parents who want to improve their classic skiing skills, while their children are in Jackrabbits’ programs. These programs aim to take students from the beginner level to be able to safely ski easy to intermediate terrain at the student’s level. Students registering for this class should either have never skied before, never had a cross-country ski lesson before, or want to refresh their classic skiing skills at the beginner level. In lessons, students will learn the diagonal stride technique with a focus on five key points: athletic stance, leaning forward from the ankles, hip rotation, quick feet, and actively driving their feet forward, with an overall goal of skiing on one ski at a time. Additionally, students will learn how to double pole, how to get up from a fall, herringbone, side step, as well as slowing down, turning, and stopping on downhills. Aside from technical aspects, students will learn the functional application of the skills they have learnt, and ultimately how to have fun while cross country skiing. All lessons will involve education on proper skiing clothing, equipment, waxing, and other information as the instructor sees fit. If you think that the Classic Beginner program is a good fit for you, please register today!
Katrina: CBJR Session 1 (4 lessons) ($200) Saturday Jan 11, 18, 25 & Feb 1
Lisa: CBJR Session 2 (4 lessons) ($200) Sunday Jan 5, 12, 19 & 26
*New* Ski Your Best (Introductory ski lessons) National Pilot Course (SYB Pilot)
This new set of lessons will provide you with the support and skills necessary to feel safe and confident on cross country skis. You will learn all about xc ski equipment, best choices of clothing to stay warm and dry, and other important ski skill tips from two very experienced ski instructors. Both Lana and Susan love teaching adults that are just starting out as cross country skiers.
Susan & Lana: SYB Pilot Session 1 (6 lessons) ($250) Thursday 1-2:30 PM – Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13 & 20, 2025
IC: Intermediate Classic Skiing
These programs aim to improve student’s pre-existing technique with an emphasis of skiing controlled and comfortably at the intermediate level. Students registering for this class should either have successfully completed a beginner classic course, and/or have comfort balancing on skis, and be able to ascend and descend a moderate hill with control. Instructors will review the beginner technique and introduce new techniques which may include step turns, snow plow turns, gliding snow plow, snow plow stop, and others as time permits. Aside from technical aspects, students will learn the functional application of the skills they have learnt, and ultimately how to have fun while cross country skiing. All lessons will involve education on proper skiing clothing, equipment, waxing, and other information as the instructor sees fit. If you think that the Intermediate Classic program is a good fit for you, please register today!
Eugene: IC Session 1 (4 lessons) ($200) Monday 7-8:30 PM – Dec 9, 16, 23 & Jan 6
Greg: IC Session 2 (4 lessons) ($200) Wednesday 1-2:30 PM – Dec 4, 11, 18 & Jan 1
Karen: IC Session 3 (4 lessons) ($200) Mondays 1-2:30 PM – Jan 6, 13, 20 & 27
Eugene: IC Session 4 (4 Lessons) ($200) Tuesday 7-8:30 PM – Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25
Cam: IC Session 5 (4 Lessons) ($200) Tuesdays 7-8:30 PM – Jan 14, 21, 28 & Feb 4
Advanced Classical Skier SUPER Lesson (ACL)
Are you an advanced skier but have reached a plateau? Or is there a particular aspect of your skiing you’d like to improve? Or do you need help reaching a target? Then this personalized lesson is for you. Register today!
Don: ACL: Session 1 January 3, Friday ($150) (1-4 pm.)
SKATE SKIING
SSB: Skate Skiing Beginner (MUST HAVE SKATE SKIING EQUIPMENT)
These programs aim to take students from the beginner level to be able to safely ski easy to intermediate terrain at the student’s level. Students registering for this class should either have never skied before, have never had a cross-country ski lesson before, or want to refresh their skate skiing skills at the beginner level. In lessons, students will learn the ready position, how to get up from a fall, double poling, free skate, one skate, two skate, as well as uphill and downhill techniques. Aside from technical aspects, students will learn the functional application of the skills they have learnt, and ultimately how to have fun while cross country skiing. All lessons will involve education on proper skiing clothing, equipment, and other information as the instructor sees fit. If you think that the Skate Beginner program is a good fit for you, please register today!
Greg: SSB Session 1 (4 lessons) ($200) Monday 1-2:30 PM – Dec 2, 9, 16 & 23
Ruben: SSB Session 2 (4 lessons) ($200) Monday 7-8:30 PM – Jan 6, 13, 20 & 27
Lisa: SSB Session 3 (4 lessons) ($200) Wednesday 6:30-8 PM – Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29
Nadine: SSB Session 4 (4 lessons) ($200) Thursday 7-8:30 p.m. Feb: 6, 13, 20, 27
ISS: Intermediate Skate Skiing (MUST HAVE SKATE SKIING EQUIPMENT)
These programs aim to improve student’s pre-existing technique with an emphasis of skiing controlled and comfortably at the intermediate level. Students registering for this class should either have successfully completed a beginner skate course, and/or be able to perform the free skate and double pole technique, and be able to ascend and descend a moderate hill with control. Instructors will review the beginner technique and introduce new techniques which may include one skate, two skate, offset, marathon/half skate, skate turns, diagonal skate, downhill techniques, and others as time permits. Students will apply the skiing skills they have learnt to practical applications when going for a recreational ski on beginner and intermediate level ski trails. All lessons will involve education on proper skiing clothing, equipment, and other information as the instructor sees fit. If you think that the Intermediate Skate program is a good fit for you, please register today!
Cam: SSI Session 1: (4 Lessons) Tuesdays Feb. 11. 18, 25, March 4 (7-8:30 p.m.)
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REGISTRATION
A club membership and payment of Nordiq Alberta and Nordiq Canada fees is MANDATORY to take Adult Lessons courses.
An email will be sent to registered participants in the course at least one week prior to the start date.
Questions can be directed to adultlessons@edmontonnordic.ca
REFUNDS
Minimum registration requirements are 4 participants for each group. If the minimum registration is not met prior to the first class, the course will be canceled. In this case a full refund will be given to all participants.
Refunds will only be issued if the course is canceled by ENSC and/or the instructor OR a student is unable to attend the entire course due to injury/illness with written notice prior to the first lesson.
Cancellation and/or rescheduling of individual classes will occur if the temperature without wind chill is below -20ºC subject to instructor discretion.
If a lesson is rescheduled by an instructor, individuals who cannot make this rescheduled session will not be refunded (although students availability will be taken into consideration when deciding on the date/time of a makeup session).
INSTRUCTORS
All ENSC instructors are club members, and are trained & certified by the Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors (CANSI).
LOCATION
Most courses run out of Gold Bar Park Pavilion, just south of the river and east of 50th Street. Lessons may take place in and around the Edmonton area and is decided by the instructor with consultation with participants.
EQUIPMENT
Students need to have their own equipment. The club does not have any equipment for rent. Students should check with their instructors prior to the lessons to ensure that they have the appropriate equipment.
For purchasing used equipment please check out the Edmonton Nordic Ski Exchange Facebook group.
Daily rentals are available from Totem Outdoor Outfitters. Totem Outfitters also has a selection of new and used equipment. Specialty XC ski stores include Fast Trax and Track ‘n Trail.
If you are already an ENSC member you can ask for a discount at some of these stores.