U16 Development

If your athlete wants to register in Biathlon, please see the Biathlon page. 

WHO: Athletes born in 2010 and 2011 who have graduated from U14 program and have basic proficiency in both classic and skate techniques

WHEN: September 6, 2025 to March 15, 2026 (conditions dependant)

Training Program -  Tuesdays 6:30 - 8pm

Saturdays 10am - 12pm

• Registration fee includes 1 race weekend

• $650 2 day training program

Racing Program - Tuesdays 6:30 - 8pm

Thursdays 6:30 - 8pm

Saturdays 10am -12pm

• Registration fee includes race support at all Alberta Cup weekends

• $1425 3 day racing program

WHERE:

Dryland locations will vary: Gold Bar Park, Gallagher Park, Kinsmen Park & other locations communicated to participants.

On snow location: Gold Bar Park, Goldstick Park, Capilano Park

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

ENSC Membership, NC/NA Membership, roller ski rental (if necessary), additional training camps and all expenses at camps/races (optional)

EQUIPMENT:

• Skis – classic and skate skis

• Boots – classic and skate boots

• Poles – classic poles, skate poles, ski striding poles

• Headlamp

• Roller Skis and helmet – rentals available through ENSC

• Rock skis are not mandatory but can be useful for early and late season training

FAQ’s: Youth