SKI CLINICS
For the 2023-2024 season, the following ski clinics are being offered from coach Alison O’Hara. All locations are TBD based on weather and grooming. Each clinic is limited to 8 participants. Skis are available to rent from Homer Saw and Cycle or Cyclelogical.
First Time Classic Skiers: January 13 2024
Great one time clinic for those completely new to nordic skiing. You'll learn how to move on skis, how to safely navigate up and down hills and how to choose trails for skiing on your own. Participants will need to provide a pair of waxless (fishscale) classic skis about your height, a pair of poles armpit to shoulder height and comfortable boots. $25
REGISTER HERE - First Time Classic Ski Clinic
First time Skate Skiers: January 14 2024
Now’s your chance to give skate skiing a whirl! We'll cover all the basics of skate skiing to get you gliding down the trails. Bring skate skis, boots and poles that hit just above your upper lip. $25
REGISTER HERE - First Time Skate Ski Clinic
Beginner’s Classic Clinic: January 20 and 27 2024
Have you recently tried classic skiing and would like to learn more? This Beginner level class is aimed to help grow your skills at gliding faster and more efficiently down the trail, hill climbing and downhill techniques. $50
REGISTER HERE - Beginner Classic Ski Clinic
Beginner’s Skate Clinic: January 21 and 28 2024
Have you recently learned to skate ski but are finding you need some more helpful tips? This Beginner level class is aimed at developing skills as a new skate skier to give you a little more confidence. We'll work on hill climbing technique, skating on the flats and exploring the thrill of going downhills safely. $50
REGISTER HERE - Beginner Skate Ski Clinic
*NEW* Beginner’s Skate Clinic: February 17 and 24 2024
Our first skate clinic was so popular, we’re doing it again! Have you recently learned to skate ski but are finding you need some more helpful tips? This Beginner level class is aimed at developing skills as a new skate skier to give you a little more confidence. We'll work on hill climbing technique, skating on the flats and exploring the thrill of going downhills safely. $50
REGISTER HERE - February Beginner Skate Ski Clinic
Intermediate Skate Clinic: February 25 2024
This class will incorporate a variety of drills specifically designed to improve technique and balance. We’ll work on refining V1 (uphill) skiing, improving balance in V2, exploring efficient terrain transitions, downhills and cornering, skiing smoothly and effortlessly. Lots of individual technique analysis and opportunities for improvement. Participants should feel comfortable on skate skis and able to ski gentle terrain such as the hayfields at Lookout Mountain. $25