CROSS COUNTRY
Our Cross Country program offers specialized programming for ages 4 and up. Read below for a summary of our programs and click on each program link for more details including upcoming program dates and registration.
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Bunny Rabbits
Designed for ages 4-5 to develop fundamental movement, coordination, self confidence, and social skills.LEARN MORE -
Jackrabbits
Directed at children ages 6-9. This is the second level of our Youth Skill Development Program.LEARN MORE -
Track Attack
Designed to further develop and refine all cross-country ski skills (speed, power, aerobic fitness).LEARN MORE -
Adventure Skiers
Designed for skiers age 13+ who have taken part in the Track Attack program & want to enjoy recreational/adventure skiing.LEARN MORE -
Development Team
Designed for experienced and competitive skiers who are passionate about cross country skiing and racing.LEARN MORE
Bunny Rabbits Program Description
(Year of Birth: 2015-2016, ages 4-5)
Our Bunnyrabbits program is directed at children four and five years old (the ‘Active Start’ stage of athlete development). The program is designed to develop fundamental movement skills (with a focus on balance and agility), coordination, self-confidence, imagination and social skills.
Ski practice sessions are offered on Sundays at Whistler Olympic Park.
Please Note: Due to Covid-19, there is no club access to indoor space this year, including the tech building and the day lodge. To reduce the wait-time for families that have children in Bunnies and Jackrabbits, we have shifted Bunnyrabbits back by 15 minutes so there is a shorter wait time between when bunnies end and Jackrabbits end.
2020/21 Schedule & Fees
Practice Dates:
Sundays 10:45-11:45 am at Whistler Olympic Park (1 hour)
11 practices: December 6, 13, 20 Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 7, 14
Program Fee: $110
Please note that payment by credit card is required at time of registration.
The program fee includes free entry into Coast Cups 5 and 6 (for those born in 2015 or older only)
A valid Sea to Sky club membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.
If you are interested in attending Coast Cup 3/4 as a group with your fellow club members, please contact the program coordinator once the season gets underway. To find out more about the Coast Cups, visit this link: Teck Coast Cups
Events
The race events are a way for your kid to test their ski skills out on the snow. We know a lot of kids are a bit tentative and shy about racing, so this year for kids 5 and up, registration includes entry fees for Coast Cup 5 & 6. One is a standard kind of race event, and the second is a fun and crazy ski cross event. (This is the race on the really fun roly-poly ski track that all the adults couldn’t leave alone at the end of the season last year!) We hope kids come out and give them a try!
Event dates: (for those born in 2015 or older only)
Teck Coast Cup 1 – December 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 2 – January 3 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 3 & 4 – Jan 30/31 (Mt. Washington)
Teck Coast Cup 5 – Feb 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 6 – Feb 21 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Coast Outdoors P’ayakentsut – March 6 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Equipment Required
Classic skis, poles and boots.
Ski equipment can be rented at Whistler Olympic Park. For second hand equipment, the club is hosting an online Nordic ski swap on our new website. Valhalla Pure, Source for Sports and Whistler Olympic Park, Coast Outdoors, Mountain equipment Coop, and Sports Junkies (2nd hand) all sell Nordic ski equipment.
Parent/Guardian Volunteers
Due to the impacts of Covid-19 a parent/guardian will be asked to be available for every practice as we will not have access to the technical building if children are unable to ski with the group.
We are a community club and the success of our programs and events is built on parent participation. There are many roles available for volunteers, many of which are not a large time commitment. We welcome volunteers in any role, from coaching to helping at an event, planning and admin roles and more.
Sign up for Bunny Rabbits
Jackrabbits Program Description
(Year of Birth: 2011-2014, ages 6-9)
Our Jackrabbit program is directed at children ages 6-9 (the ‘FUNdamentals’ stage of athlete development). This is the second level of our Youth Skill Development Program.
Our Jackrabbits program is divided into four levels, based on ability and experience.
The objective is for children to learn basic cross-country ski skills (classic in Levels 1 and 2; classic and skate skiing in levels 3 and 4, usually birth years 2011 and 2012) and to instill a lifelong interest in the sport, thereby enhancing their quality of life and health.
Ski practice sessions are offered on Sundays at Whistler Olympic Park.
2020/21 Schedule & Fees
Practice Dates:
Sundays 10:30-12:00 noon at Whistler Olympic Park (1.5 hours)
11 practices: December 6, 13, 20 Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 7, 14
Please note: Due to Covid-19 and no access to indoor space, we ask that a parent is accessible/available during the practice in case a child can’t stay with the group for the entire practice.
Program Fee: $165
Please note that payment by credit card is required at time of registration.
The program fee includes free entry into Coast Cups 5 and 6 (see below).
A valid Sea to Sky club membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.
The program fee does not include a Whistler Olympic Park season pass. Youth ages 7 and up who register in our Jackrabbits program are eligible for a discounted seasons pass. This pass must be purchased at the time of registration and will not be available after you have registered. Youth ages 6 and under do not require a trail pass. The discounted pass will be $50 until November 15. After that date the price will increase to $75.
Events
The race events are a way for your kid to test their ski skills out on the snow. We know a lot of kids are a bit tentative and shy about racing, so this year for kids 5 and up, registration includes entry fees for Coast Cup 5 & 6. One is a standard kind of race event, and the second is a fun and crazy ski cross event. (This is the race on the really fun roly-poly ski track that all the adults couldn’t leave alone at the end of the season last year!) We hope kids come out and give them a try!
Event dates: (for those born in 2015 or older only)
Teck Coast Cup 1 – December 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 2 – January 3 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 3 & 4 – Jan 30/31 (Mt. Washington)
Teck Coast Cup 5 – Feb 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 6 – Feb 21 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Coast Outdoors P’ayakentsut – March 6 (Whistler Olympic Park)
If you are interested in attending Coast Cup 3/4 as a group with your fellow club members, please contact the program coordinator once the season gets underway. To find out more about the Coast Cups, visit this link: Teck Coast Cups
Teck BC Track Attack Championships Feb 6/7 Salmon Arm, B.C. Hosted by the Larch Hills Nordics
The BC Championships is an annual event for skiers ages 9-12. This is a fun weekend of skiing somewhere new, often the calendar highlight for young skiers, full of fun races and socializing. If your child would like to attend BC Championships this year with their fellow club members, please contact us as soon as possible to make transportation plans, group hotel bookings etc. For more information click here.
If you are interested in attending Teck BC Track Attack Championships or Coast Cups 3/4 as a group with your club members, please contact the program coordinator once the season gets underway.
Equipment Required
Classic skis, poles and boots (levels 1 – 4).
Skate skis, poles and boots (levels 3 and 4 only, usually born in 2011 and 2012).
Ski equipment can be rented at Whistler Olympic Park. For second hand equipment, the club is hosting an online Nordic ski swap on our new website. Valhalla Pure, Source for Sports and Whistler Olympic Park, Coast Outdoors, Mountain equipment Coop, and Sports Junkies (2nd hand) all sell Nordic ski equipment.
Parent/Guardian Volunteers
A parent/guardian will be asked to participate in 1 or 2 practices throughout the winter.
We are a community club and the success of our programs and events is built on parent participation. There are many roles available for volunteers, many of which are not a large time commitment. We welcome volunteers in any role, from coaching to helping at an event, planning and admin roles and more.
Sign up for Jackrabbits
Track Attack Program Description
(Year of Birth: 2008-2010, ages 10-12)
Our Track Attack program is directed at children ages 10-12 (the ‘Learning to Train’ stage of development). This is the third level of our Youth Skill Development Program. Track Attack is designed to further develop and refine all the cross-country ski skills, including speed, power and aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility, as well as develop good ski habits.
The objective of our Track Attack program is for the participants to become technically competent cross-country skiers, and to utilize those skills to begin a lifetime of enjoying a wide range of Nordic activities.
The ski practice will alternate between skate and classic technique.
PREREQUISITES
Our Track Attack program is designed for skiers with at least 1 year of cross country ski experience. If your child is 10 years of age or older and is new to cross country skiing, they may need to take a few private lessons and/or be willing to ski in a group with younger children to facilitate the best group placement. Please contact us for further information.
2020/2021 SCHEDULE & FEES
There will be two practice sessions offered, Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings at either Whistler Olympic Park or Cypress. Registration includes both practices, even if skiers can only attend the Sunday morning practice. We encourage kids to give a Wednesday night a try!
Practice Dates:
Sundays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Whistler Olympic Park (2 hours)
11 practices: December 6, 13,20, Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 7, 14
Wednesday evenings 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Whistler Olympic Park (1.5 hours) or Cypress.
12 practices: Dec 16, Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10
Program Fee: $275
Please note that payment by credit card is required at time of registration.
The program fee includes free entry into Coast Cups 5 and 6.
A valid Sea to Sky club membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.
The program fee does not include a Whistler Olympic Park season pass. Youth ages 7-18 who register in our youth programs are eligible for a discounted seasons pass. This pass must be purchased at the time of registration and will not be available after you have registered. Youth ages 6 and under do not require a trail pass. The discounted pass will be $50 until November 15. After that date the price will increase to $75.
NOTE: Track Attack skiers who choose Cypress for their Wednesday night ski practices will have to pay for park access separately
A valid Sea to Sky club membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.
The program fee does not include a Whistler Olympic Park season pass. Youth ages 7-18 and up who register our Youth programs are eligible for a discounted seasons pass. This pass must be purchased at the time of registration and will not be available after you have registered. Youth ages 6 and under do not require a trail pass. The discounted pass will be $50 until November 15. After that date the price will increase to $75.
EVENTS
The race events are a way for your kid to test their ski skills out on the snow. We know a lot of kids are a bit tentative and shy about racing, so this year for kids 5 and up, registration includes entry fees for Coast Cup 5 & 6. One is a standard kind of race event, and the second is a fun and crazy ski cross event. (This is the race on the really fun roly-poly ski track that all the adults couldn’t leave alone at the end of the season last year!) We hope kids come out and give them a try!
Event dates: (for those born in 2015 or older only)
Teck Coast Cup 1 – December 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 2 – January 3 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 3 & 4 – Jan 30/31 (Mt. Washington)
Teck Coast Cup 5 – Feb 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 6 – Feb 21 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Coast Outdoors P’ayakentsut – March 6 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck BC Track Attack Championships Feb 6/7 Salmon Arm, B.C. Hosted by the Larch Hills Nordics
The BC Championships is an annual event for skiers ages 9-12. This is a fun weekend of skiing somewhere new, often the calendar highlight for young skiers, full of fun races and socializing. If your child would like to attend BC Championships this year with their fellow club members, please contact us as soon as possible to make transportation plans, group hotel bookings etc. For more information click here.
If you are interested in attending Teck BC Track Attack Championships or Coast Cups 3/4 as a group with your club members, please contact the program coordinator once the season gets underway.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Skate skis, poles and boots.
Classic skis, poles and boots.
Ski equipment can be rented at Whistler Olympic Park. For second hand equipment, the club is hosting an online Nordic ski swap on our new website. Valhalla Pure, Source for Sports and Whistler Olympic Park, Coast Outdoors, Mountain equipment Coop, and Sports Junkies (2nd hand) all sell Nordic ski equipment.
PARENT/GUARDIAN VOLUNTEERS
A parent/guardian may be asked to participate in 1 or 2 practices throughout the winter.
We are a community club and the success of our programs and events is built on parent participation. There are many roles available for volunteers, many of which are not a large time commitment. We welcome volunteers in any role, from coaching to helping at an event, planning and admin roles and more.
Sign up for Track Attack
Adventure Skiers Program Description
Adventure skiers is designed for skiers who have taken part in the Track Attack program (or XC skied with their familes), are 13+ years old and want to enjoy recreational/adventure skiing with peers and the social and community oriented part of Nordic skiing. Adventure skiers will meet on Sunday mornings only.
2020/21 Schedule & Fees
Practice Dates:
Sundays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Whistler Olympic Park (2 hours)
11 practices: December 6, 13,20, Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 7, 14
Program Fee: $220
Please note that payment by credit card is required at time of registration.
A valid Sea to Sky club membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.
The program fee does not include a Whistler Olympic Park season pass. Youth ages 7-18 who register in our youth programs are eligible for a discounted seasons pass. This pass must be purchased at the time of registration and will not be available after you have registered. Youth ages 6 and under do not require a trail pass. The discounted pass will be $50 until November 15. After that date the price will increase to $75.
Equipment Required
Skate skis, poles and boots.
Classic skis, poles and boots.
Ski equipment can be rented at Whistler Olympic Park. For second hand equipment, the club is hosting an online Nordic ski swap on our new website. Valhalla Pure, Source for Sports and Whistler Olympic Park, Coast Outdoors, Mountain equipment Coop, and Sports Junkies (2nd hand) all sell Nordic ski equipment.
Parent/Guardian Volunteers
A parent/guardian may be asked to participate in 1 or 2 practices throughout the winter.
We are a community club and the success of our programs and events is built on parent participation. There are many roles available for volunteers, many of which are not a large time commitment. We welcome volunteers in any role, from coaching to helping at an event, planning and admin roles and more.
Sign up for Adventure Skiers
Development Team Program Description
The Devo Team is a program for experienced and competitive skiers who are passionate about cross country skiing and enjoy racing.
Devos will focus on technical skill development and endurance training to build race-ready skiers. Race Devos will commit to two practices a week to ensure a strong development season. Devo racers will practice Sunday mornings at WOP and Wednesday evenings at either Whistler Olympic Park or Cypress.
2020/21 Schedule & Fees
Practice Dates:
Sundays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Whistler Olympic Park (2 hours)
11 practices: December 6, 13, 20 Jan 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 28, March 7, 14
Wednesday evenings 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Whistler Olympic Park or Cypress (1.5 hours)
12 practices: Dec 16, Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar 3, 10
Program Fee: $300
Please note that payment by credit card is required at time of registration.
The program fee includes free entry into Coast Cups 5 and 6.
A valid Sea to Sky club membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.
If you are interested in attending BC Midgets or Coast Cups 3/4 as a group with your club members, please contact the program coordinator once the season gets underway.
The program fee does not include a Whistler Olympic Park season pass. Youth ages 7 and up who register in our Jackrabbits program are eligible for a discounted seasons pass. This pass must be purchased at the time of registration and will not be available after you have registered. Youth ages 6 and under do not require a trail pass. The discounted pass will be $50 until November 15. After that date the price will increase to $75.
NOTE: Devo skiers who choose Cypress for their Wednesday night ski practices will have to pay for park access separately.
EVENTS
Event dates: (for those born in 2015 or older only)
Teck Coast Cup 1 – December 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 2 – January 3 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 3 & 4 – Jan 30/31 (Mt. Washington)
Teck Coast Cup 5 – Feb 20 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck Coast Cup 6 – Feb 21 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Coast Outdoors P’ayakentsut – March 6 (Whistler Olympic Park)
Teck BC Track Attack Championships Feb 6/7 Salmon Arm, B.C. Hosted by the Larch Hills Nordics
The BC Championships is an annual event for skiers ages 9-12. This is a fun weekend of skiing somewhere new, often the calendar highlight for young skiers, full of fun races and socializing. If your child would like to attend BC Championships this year with their fellow club members, please contact us as soon as possible to make transportation plans, group hotel bookings etc. For more information click here.
If you are interested in attending Teck BC Track Attack Championships or Coast Cups 3/4 as a group with your club members, please contact the program coordinator once the season gets underway.
Equipment Required
Skate skis, poles and boots.
Classic skis, poles and boots.
Ski equipment can be rented at Whistler Olympic Park. For second hand equipment, the club is hosting an online Nordic ski swap on our new website. Valhalla Pure, Source for Sports and Whistler Olympic Park, Coast Outdoors, Mountain equipment Coop, and Sports Junkies (2nd hand) all sell Nordic ski equipment.
Parent/Guardian Volunteers
A parent/guardian may be asked to participate in 1 or 2 practices throughout the winter.
We are a community club and the success of our programs and events is built on parent participation. There are many roles available for volunteers, many of which are not a large time commitment. We welcome volunteers in any role, from coaching to helping at an event, planning and admin roles and more.
