A one-day per week option suited for skiers from 9 to 12 years old who are new to the sport, or unsure about their abilities. 

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At the end of the program, your child should have all the tools to travel on easy trails (green) with confidence. Uphill, downhill, and flat sections.

 

This option will be focused on a “lesson” style format - helping skiers develop confidence and new skills on skis. 

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Groups will be limited to 10 skiers making sure the learning environment is ideal.

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Program Information

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• AGE GROUP: 9-12

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• DATE: NOVEMBER 25th, 2023  to MARCH 9th, 2024 (WEATHER PERMITTING) RUNS EVERY SATURDAYS - 3.00 to 4.30 PM.

• No practice December 23th and 30th 2023.

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Cold weather Guidelines:

The temperature cut-off for the program is -25 celsius.

• Parents are free to determine their own limits also.

• The Program Coordinator will also use judgment if a session will be canceled if there are other factors such as high winds, humidity, precipitation.

• Cancellations will be communicated by email by 11AM.

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FEE: $100; MEMBERSHIP OR DAY PASS WITH WHITEHORSE CROSS COUNTRY SKI CLUB IS ALSO REQUIRED

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Your child is really interested in Cross Country skiing but your family needs support covering the fees? The Kids Recreation Fund is here to help. After reviewing if you are eligible : https://sportyukon.com/kids-recreation-fund, please enter the code : "skiforlife" in the discount box when registering. This will waive the program's registration fees.

5 spots of this program are reserved until October 15, 2022 to low income families.

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Rental packages are available for the program.