Welcome to our Adult Cross Country Ski Program – Masters XC for the 2024/25 season!

If you would like to register for more than ONE Masters XC option, please complete the form with the first program offer you want, click continue, and then click add person before going to check out, and complete the form with the second or third program offering that you would like to purchase.

Sovereign Lake Nordic Club offers a cross country ski program for adults 19 years and over. The program is designed to allow participants to share the joy of skiing with other skiers of similar abilities and interests. By listening to participants over the last 10-plus years, the program has become a successful blend of an opportunity for improving ski technique and building fitness and community. The atmosphere is relaxed, social, and fun. Led by an established group of qualified volunteer leaders, this program aims to provide a space for learning and covering distance on the trails. Participants can choose to ski classic or skate at three different skill levels each month.

The program runs two mornings per week, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., on Thursday and Sunday. On both days, there is an option to gather for refreshments after each session. A Thursday night session is available for those who cannot attend the Thursday morning session. Night sessions start at 6:00 p.m. and wrap up at 7:30 p.m. The lodge is open until 8:00 p.m.

The program runs as 4-week sessions. Each session includes tips and tricks for 20-30% of the time (this program is not a substitute for private one on one lessons) and a social ski exploring the trails with your group the remainder of the session.

This season is all about choices to suite your busy lives.

Participants can choose to register for one month or up to all four months.  Participants can choose to register for one or two days a week. Any sessions missed by participants will not be compensated or rescheduled. Sessions cancelled by SLNC due to cold weather we will make an effort to rescheduled later in the season; if it is not possible, there will be no refunds issued. The sessions will run as follows:

• November 28, 2024-December 19, 2024 – 4 sessions Thursday nights only from 6:00-7:30pm.
• January 2, 2025 – January 26, 2025 –  8 sessions per month if two days are chosen or 4 sessions per month if choosing to come one day a week.
• January 30, 2025 – February 23, 2025 – 8 sessions per month if two days are chosen or 4 sessions per month if choosing to come one day a week.
• February 27 , 2025- March 23,  2025 – 8 sessions per month if two days are chosen or 4 sessions per month if choosing to come one day a week.

Note: The night sessions are primarily skate-skiing sessions. If 5 or more participants are interested in classic technique, we will offer a classic group. The night sessions are run on the night loops at Sovereign Lake Nordic Club.

This is not a drop-in program; anyone participating must be registered for that month and that session date.

The program is best suited to skiers who are minimally able to ski 4 kilometres in 40 minutes on flat to gently rolling terrain (think Woodland Bell for those who have skied at Sovereign). If you have an injury or something has happened that makes you unable to participate in Masters XC, please email Eric, the Master’s Coordinator to inquire about a refund.

While not for absolute beginners, the Master’s XC program caters to relatively new through to advanced skiers. It is recommended that you have skied for a season  before joining this group.

More adult programs are also available:

Adult Heroes – Sovereign Lake Nordic Club

Masters Training Group – Sovereign Lake Nordic Club

 

Sounds like a good program for you? Here’s how to register in two easy steps:

Step 1: Decide if you meet the minimum ski requirements for the adult cross-country ski program (able to ski 4 kilometers in 40 minutes on flat to gently rolling terrain). If you are unsure and would like to discuss this with a program organizer, please contact:

Masters XC Coordinator, Eric DeNys , [email protected]

or

Andrew Dunphy, Programs Admin at [email protected]

Step 2: Complete 4 short questions when registering that will help the program organizers form starting ski groups and match groups with suitable volunteer leaders.

What happens next?

You will receive confirmation of your registration and payment. At least two weeks before the start date of the program you will receive information about the starting ski groups and what will happen on the first day.

Thank you for considering this program; it’s a gem and we look forward to welcoming you to it!

 

 

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MASTERS XC PROGRAM FACT SHEET

Meeting Place: Sovereign Lake Stadium in front of the Tech Building

When: 1 or 2 days per week options. Thursday Morning 10:00-12:00 or Thursday Night 6:00-7:30; Sunday Morning 10:00-12:00

 

Cost for January – March two days a week: $195

Cost for January – March one day a week: $120

Cost for one month, only one day a week: $40

Cost for one month, only two days a week: $65

Available Spaces: 200 for day sessions; 50 for night group

Ski Ability: Be able to ski 4 km in 40 minutes

Group Descriptions:

CLASSIC and SKATE SKI TECHNIQUE

• Novice:  You have a basic fitness level and meet the minimum ski requirement (able to ski 4 kilometres in 40 minutes on flat to gently rolling terrain, for example, Woodland Bell). You want people to ski with and some tips to get you moving more efficiently.
• Intermediate: You’ve been cruising around the green and blue ski trails for a season or so. You can ski uphill and downhill on easy terrain and can ski the equivalent of going to Sovereign’s Black Prince Cabin and back (5 km round trip). You want to refine and increase your skiing skills to gain confidence and explore more challenging trails.
• Advanced: You are a fit and fast advanced skier looking for the next level of efficiency. You are ready and able to work hard.

Apres Ski: We are back in the lodge but moving downstairs for our after-session treat and hot drink social. Would love some volunteers to be able to help set up before the practice sessions.

Program Details

Dates	November 28th, 2024- December 19th, 2024 (Thursday night sessions only) January 2nd 2025- January 26th 2025 January 30th, 2025- March 2nd, 2025 March 7th, 2025- March 31st 2025
Sessions per Week	1-2
Days	Thursday Morning 10:00-12:00 or Thursday Night 6:00-7:30 and Sunday 10:00-12:00
Length of Session	2 hours
Cost	January – March two days a week: $195 January – March one day a week: $120 One month, only one day a week: $40 One month, only two days a week: $65
Registration Deadline	October 30, 2024