Ski and train with us!
Join our premier masters cross-country ski program.
Bow Valley Nordic masters delivers programming for adults to build fitness and finesse on cross-country skis in a social group training format. It is oriented towards intermediate to advanced cross-country skiers who – much like fine wine and cheese – are only getting better with age!
Rev up your winter!
You’ll improve your fitness and ski technique in a fun group atmosphere. Group training and varied sessions build motivation. Evening sessions target strength and high intensity. Weekends are focused on long distance to build aerobic capacity and technical development while experiencing the beautiful ski trails around the Bow Valley. The program also includes travel destinations for loppets and long weekend technical development camps.
We understand that not all masters skiers have a competitive background. Our coaches have learned to ski efficiently as adults and deliver the program based on the needs and interests of the master skier. For example, we plan for longer recovery times, injury prevention, social aspects, and the need to fit skiing in alongside other life commitments and busy schedules.
This program and the coaching team has spun off from the very popular Foothills Nordic masters program which has been running for over 10 years with many athletes returning year after year.
Program highlights
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Dryland and on-snow fitness
Build fitness through a training plan that peaks for the January to March loppet /race season. Follow 4-5 week meso-cycles alternately focusing on endurance, threshold, and peak speed to prepare you to ski further, more efficiently. Do dryland training from September until the snow flies.
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Technique improvement
CANSI and NCCP certified coaches provide technique assessment, instruction and feedback in both classic and skate skiing techniques. Expect technique feedback at every practice, with frequent video analysis.
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Strength training
Follow a professionally developed program using top quality weight-lifting equipment. Focus on ski-specific strength and endurance and injury-prevention. Train with a group to encourage weekly participation.
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Camps
Three camps planned this season to develop both fitness and technique. These provide a stress-free time and venue to work on technique at your own pace.
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Participation in loppets and races
We offer waxing and coaching support at local loppets and races. One group destination adventure to a major loppet each season.
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Social events and activities
Social ski outings just for fun, with no formal instruction or programming. Summer group social activities, and fun try-it events in other nordic sports. Come with a smile and a sense of humour -- develop lifelong friendships along the way!
So, how much does all this great stuff cost?
We offer competitive pricing that gives you access to a premier six-month cross-country ski and group training program. Fees include all dryland, strength training, and on-snow sessions described above.
Club membership: $50
Masters Program fee: $600
Spouse add-on: $200 (gives full access to the program)
Confederation Park trail pass (required to participate in Calgary workouts): $40 Individual / $60 Couple
You must pay separately for a Canmore Nordic Centre trail pass, and Banff and Kananaskis parks passes. Overnight camps, loppets and events may incur additional costs for entry fees, accommodations, travel, etc.