Adult Beginner/Intermediate CLASSIC Cross Country Ski Lessons

Improve your technique and comfort on skis in the company of expert coaches and like-minded folks! There will be 4 adult learn-to-ski evenings throughout the winter. 

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Join in on fun lessons to enable you to learn or hone your basic ski skills. The course will cover classic ski technique, tips and tricks to get you started and progressing on our beautiful groomed trails.

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2026-2027 details coming soon!

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These lessons will take place at River Bend Golf and Recreation Area

 

Prerequisite: none - equipment is available for rent at River Bend

Participants must supply their own equipment (this can be via ski and boot rentals at River Bend). 

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Adult Beginner/Intermediate Cross Country SKATE Lessons

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An introduction to the essential techniques for efficient and enjoyable skate skiing. Bring your own skate skis/boots and poles  or rent from the River Bend clubhouse. The instructor will provide step by step instruction, transitioning from fundamental skills to more advanced techniques, while providing individual feedback, as you learn to glide with balance and power.  

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2026-2027 details coming soon!​

 

These lessons will take place at River Bend Golf and Recreation Area

 

Prerequisite: none

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This class is for adults who want to improve their ski skills, find companions with whom to ski and a sound preparation for the season. This will be tailored to recreational skiers who want to improve their skills, without the structured training or intensity of the regular masters group. If you've participated in a 'learn to ski' series, and have the basics of skiing, this group is for YOU!

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Dryland ONLY: 

Conditioning outdoor fitness training to prep for the season.

 

2026-2027 details coming soon.

 

Dryland and Classic Fitness  Lessons:

Dryland training starts in September. On-snow sessions begin as soon as conditions allow.

 

Focus on ski-specific strength, balance, agility, technique, and fitness.​​​

• Interval workouts to improve endurance and aerobic capacity

• ​Interval workouts to improve endurance and aerobic capacity.

• Primary training at River Bend Golf Course​

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Prerequisite: the ability to do moderate exercise for 1 hour or more so that you can get the most out of the session.

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This program is for intermediate and advanced skiers looking to improve fitness and technique in classic and skate skiing within a social, supportive group environment. Sessions are structured to build endurance, strength, and efficiency, preparing skiers for the January–March Loppet/Race season.​​​

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Wednesday evening sessions are dedicated to technical improvement, strength and high-intensity training.

​Possible weekend sessions with emphasis on long-distance endurance and technique development.

• Structured training cycles alternating endurance, threshold, and peak speed.

• Certified coach to provide training for master skiers, emphasizing injury prevention and progression.

• Technique feedback.

• Fall dryland training to improve fitness and build team dynamic; and alternative workouts.

• Strength training programming adaptable to all skill levels.

• Race & Loppet participation encouraged, with wax support and coaching advice.

• Ability-based training groups to ensure appropriate pacing and progression.

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2026-2027 details coming soon.

 

Prerequisite: the ability to do moderate exercise for 1 hour or more so that you can get the most out of the session.

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This upcoming year we will be taking members to many beautiful trails and hostels in the mountains. Some tours require Avalanche Safety Training Level One (AST1). If you do not have this training, please select one of the tours without that as a prerequisite.

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The lineup of mountain tour descriptions and dates can be found on our Mountain Tour page here.

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Contact Kelly Bogle at rkbogle@telusplanet.net with questions about any of the trips, equipment or training required.​

This group is back by popular demand! Chix on Stix is a women's recreational ski group where all levels welcome, skate ski or classic.

 

This is a FREE community group (however. you do need to register for a general RDNSC yearly membership (click "register here"). Come join us for a ski! 

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2026-2027 details coming soon

 

For more details, Contact Kelly Bogle at rkbogle@telusplanet.net

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