lessons and trips
ski lessonsFeel like you could use a tune up on your form? Would you like to pick up some tips to make your skiing more enjoyable? Or maybe you are new to the sport and you'd like a low key no stress way to figure out how to have fun on skis.
FREE lessons will again be offered in conjunction with the Elver Tuesday Night Race Series, typically 6pm, in January and February depending on snow conditions. Club instructors are talented, experienced, and happy to help. We gather in the Elver Shelter. You will need a ski trail pass. The Elver Shelter rents classic ski gear which includes a ski pass. Weekend lessons will be offered in December as conditions allow. To get the latest information on lessons, please consider joining the "XC" mailing list. You can sign up directly on the xclist page. Announcements are made on the list server immediately.
Please email Jimmy Vandenbrook ahead of time. Please indicate when you are coming out, your name, your ability (beginner or intermediate) and whether you will be on Classic or Skate skis since we need to know how many instructors to provide.
R.E.I. rents both classic and skate equipment and Fontana (downtown store only) and Rutabaga rent classic equipment. This is a great opportunity to get better, have more fun; and you can't beat the price.
Testimonials
"Jimmy - Just a note to say how much we appreciated the great lesson that Ian gave our group on Saturday. It was a terrific introduction for the kids. We got home, had lunch, and they put their skis back on and spent the next few hours in our back yard (used the septic mound for the hill). Please pass along to Ian that his most reluctant student (Simon) has been out four times since then, and is officially hooked." - Amy
"Thanks for the free lesson on Tuesday night. The information and demonstration provided by Alan was excellent. I am no longer flopping around without a clue, but flopping around with much greater confidence in what my foundation and form should be. I really appreciate your generosity. This is a really nice service." - a satisfied student
"I attended a lesson last night and I just wanted to thank you. I had a great time and I loved learning to ski! I still have a way to go but I feel more comfortable going out to practice now. Bill was my instructor and he was fantastic! Please thank him again for me. I hope to come again if you offer more lessons." - michelle
trips
BirkieTour Carpool - January 22-24, 2010. more info »
