Attention All Lesson Registrants – Very Important – Jan 6, 2020

An error in our registration process allowed a few people to register without providing contact information.  This means our Coaches are unable to contact you in the event of a change in venue or cancellation due to weather or to advise you of meeting location. If you did not receive a confirmation email, please contact our head coach Joad clementnordicskiing@gmail.com and provide him with your email and cell number.

We sincerely apologize for this error and thank you for your understanding. Registrations after Jan 5^th should be processed correctly.

Calgary Ski Club

Note - first lesson is being held at West Bragg Creek. Note the parking lot is busy.  Arrive in time to find a spot.

This program consists of four 3-hour classic technique skiing lessons and combines the
best of both worlds: skiing skills learned through specific drills and the pleasure of ski touring
among the most enchanting Alberta winter landscapes with a certified ski instructor.
Participants travel with a light pack, and the instructor will invite them to practice specific
skills based on terrain features along the itinerary. On top of extra clothing layers, participants
should carry a water bottle/thermos and a few snacks as short breaks for refreshments are built
into the ski tour schedule.

The maximum group size is 8 persons.

• Lesson Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Please plan to arrive at the designated venue at the latest
15 min prior to the start of the lesson.  Please allow extra time for winter driving conditions.
Participants should make sure their schedule allow for a 2 hour-drive each way to get to the
lesson venue. If they wish so, participants can arrange carpooling among one another at end of
the 1 st lesson for the following lessons.

Locations: various. The lesson location will be communicated to participants 2-3 days prior to
the lesson based on the weather forecast and snow conditions. The four venues considered are:

West Bragg Creek Provincial Park West Bragg Creek

Pocaterra Trail/Hut Pocaterra Trail/Warming Hut  in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park

Mount Shark Mount Shark  Please allow plenty of extra time for winter driving conditions.

Ribbon Creek Ski Trails Ribbon Creek near Kananaskis Village.

* PLEASE READ BEFORE REGISTERING

----- LEVELS -----
This program is intended primarily for NOVICE-level cross-country skiers, but INTERMEDIATE-level
are welcome to join. It is assumed skiers will have some experience with the cross country skiing
classic technique, or some downhill skiing experience. Participants will be typically skiing
on easy (green) and moderate (blue) trails. In terms of fitness levels, participants should also
have the stamina to complete at least a 2-hour hike, 2-hour bike ride or equivalent.

Here is some guidance regarding experience levels:

• Level 1 - Beginner: A beginner has little to no cross-country ski experience AND little to no
downhill ski experience
• Level 2 - Novice: A novice has cross-country skied a few times AND/OR downhill skied many
times AND/OR has much ice skating experience
• Level 3 – Intermediate: An intermediate has cross-country skied at least one winter but has
not necessarily learned the Nordic skiing technique through formal instruction AND/OR has
extensive winter sliding sports experience.

Equipment rentals: Not included with the lesson. Rentals and Equipment

TO REGISTER 
 Review all the information on this page and ensure this is the appropriate program for you.
 Register by clicking on Register Now  link to right of this page.
 You will be asked to read and acknowledge the CSC waiver.
 Please select the appropriate level of experience when asked and describe your cross-country (or downhill) skiing experience in 1 to 3 lines.
Make your secure payment on this website.
Once you are registered, your name will appear on the list of participants and you will receive a
confirmation email. The coach will contact you by email 2-3 days prior to the 1st lesson with
final lesson details.


---- CANCELLATION OF LESSONS -----
• CSC reserves the right to alter the schedule depending on registration levels, weather, and
availability of coaches. A minimum of 4 students per program is needed for group lessons to
take place.
• Lessons will be cancelled, and postponed to another date, if the temperature is colder than -
20 C, including wind chill.

Questions? For personal questions, directly email the head instructor at clementnordicskiing (at)gmail.com. Questions will be answered within 2-3 days.