Cross-Country Skiing Program for CAF members

Want to learn or improve your cross-country skiing skills this winter? Join our 8-week program designed for CAF members!

Schedule & Location

• Start Date: January (depending on snow conditions and trail openings)
• Location: NDHQ Carling area (meeting points will vary slightly depending on the lesson, but will remain within a 2–3 km radius) 
• Schedule: Every Friday. Classic: 12:30 to 14:00, Skate: 14:15 PM to 15:45
• Equipment: BYOE – Bring Your Own Equipment (unless otherwise specified). It’s recommended to gear up early while inventory is still available!

Lesson Content

• Scientific principles of cross-country skiing
• Clipping in/out and getting back up
•  Movement techniques: diagonal stride, gliding, weight transfer (2 weeks)
• Pole usage: diagonal stride, double poling
• Climbing hills
• Descending and turning
• Braking
• ·Entering/exiting tracks while in motion
• Advanced techniques and gaining speed (yes, there will be a friendly race!)
• Introduction to basic skate skiing techniques

Registration & Questions

Interested in joining? Sign up now to reserve your spot and get your gear in time!  Please contact our PSP Sports Coordinator Andreanne Montigny: andreanne.montigny@forces.gc.ca