Build Your Skills with Confidence

The Foundations course is designed to take learners through the essentials of cross-country skiing, whether you choose classic or skate style. This course covers everything from downhill confidence—learning how to fall safely if needed, avoiding falls on downhills, turning, navigating beginner and intermediate terrain, and skiing uphill and across flat sections with grace. It's perfect for those new to cross-country skiing or seasoned skiers who have never had formal instruction.

We guarantee that you'll gain valuable skills that will enhance your skiing for a lifetime, even if you've been skiing for decades and are self-taught. If you have any questions about course suitability, please don't hesitate to contact Dasha.

Course Details

• Format: 4 lessons, each 1 hour and 15 minutes long, offered once per week. A fifth week is reserved as a backup in case of cancellations due to cold weather (below -18°C with windchill) or poor snow conditions.

• Total Instruction Time: 5+ hours of hands-on, small-group ( 8 learners to 1 coach) coaching.

• Cost: $180 for the 4-week program.

• Location: Confederation Golf Course, 1 night per week for 4 weeks, with 1 extra day as a weather backup.

Why Choose the Foundations Course?

• Expert Instruction: Taught by some of the best ski instructors in Calgary.

• Personalized Attention: The best skier-to-coach ratio among adult ski programs in Calgary, ensuring a highly individualized approach.

• Comprehensive Learning: Post-course summary of learnings and personalized improvement advice.

• Continuous Support: Weekly emails, regular coach feedback, and complimentary ski waxing clinics (dates TBD).

• Focused on Safety: Skier safety on snow is a top priority.

• Custom Curriculum: In-house developed lessons based on maximum learning effectiveness, fun, and safety.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your skiing skills and enjoy a lifetime of confident cross-country skiing! As the January groups fill up, we will be adding more lesson options in February.