Nordic Centre
2024-25 WINTER RECREATION GUIDE ONLINE NOW
Winter Snow Sports Guide Bookings Start October 15th, 2024
2024.25 Nordic Cross Country Lessons
Discover Cross-Country Skiing (6+)
Classic Skiing. This introduction to Classic Skiing covers how to get up on the flats, snowplow to control speed down a small hill and herringbone to get up a small hill. At the end of this lesson, you will be able to get around on classic skis and a Green trail.
Skate Skiing. Learn beginner skate ski techniques. The student will understand the skills and techniques to get up a hill and move along the flats. Skills include free skate, one skate and diagonal skate. We request all students have Classic Skied before taking skate lessons.
Pre-booking is HIGHLY recommended to secure a spot in one of our lessons.
Includes: 1.5-hour lesson, full-day trail pass, and rentals.
Discovery Cross Country Skiing
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Please indicate classic or skate skiing at time of booking.
Add-on:additional child to family lesson $54.00 each (6 people max/lesson). All Discover lessons include trail pass and equipment rentals.
Please note: Early booking not applicable. Pre-booking highly recommended.
Guests will be grouped together based on age. Group sizes are 6 guests per 1 instructor.
Learn to Glide (6+)
Mt. Washington’s Learn to Glide program is a combination of 3 of our most successful and popular lesson programs to help you get out on the trails faster and with more confidence. We have combined our Discover Cross-Country Skiing package with 2 of our group lessons.
Includes: 1.5-hour lesson, trail pass, and rentals
Please note: Packages are available for classic or skate style cross-country skiing. Disciplines cannot be combined within one Learn to Glide package. This program is for anyone who is new to the sport of cross-country skiing, in either skate or classic disciplines. Mt. Washington reserved the right to remove guests from the program if they are found to be in violation of its requirements.
Receive 50% off a 2024/2025 Nordic 6ixPak and seasonal rental when you complete the entire 3-lesson Learn to Glide Package – available to all ages, no date restriction.
50% OFF
A NORDIC 6IXPAK & SEASONAL RENTAL
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Group Nordic Lessons (6+)
Group Lessons. Our group lessons are a great way to improve your skate or classic skiing, in a fun and supportive group environment. Each 1.5-hour lesson will work on techniques that will give you confidence to enjoy your time out on our trails. Includes: 1.5-hour lesson in either classic or skate skiing.
*Available for Level 1 (Beginner Skiers), Level 2 (Novice Skiers), Level 3 (Intermediate Skiers), Level 4 (Advanced Skiers)
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Private Nordic Classic or Skate (4+)
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ADD-ON: Additional person $45, available 7 days a week.
EVENING CROSS COUNTRY SKI PROGRAM (19+)
This is geared towards novice to intermediate skiers, who have completed at least one season on xc skis. If you are completely new to the sport, we recommend taking the Discover XC Ski lesson first, or booking an instructor for a private lesson to learn the basics.
Register for either our classic-only or skate-only sessions or indulge in the complete cross-country experience by booking both at a discounted rate! Includes: Trail Pass
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ADULT SKILL DEVELOPMENT CLINIC (19+)
Enjoy a full-day clinic running from 10 am to 3 pm, with a break for lunch. Opt for individual sessions or maximize your learning by signing up for both.
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WOMEN’S WEEK (19+)
Enjoy our Women’s Week packages all week long. Lessons are designed especially for women. Women of similar abilities are grouped into small classes to meet new friends and revisit old ones as you improve your skiing techniques.
Includes: 1.5 hour group lesson and a full-day trail pass
For all ability levels. Please reserve your spot as space is limited.
All female identifying individual’s welcome.Give us a call to book in your Women's Week experience! 250-338-1386 ext. 384
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Nordic Fest | March 22- 23, 2025
Join us for the fourth annual Nordic Fest at the Raven Lodge! Experience specialty Cross Country Ski clinics or Guided Snowshoe tours, browse local vendors, and groove to live music. Cap off the afternoon by roasting marshmallows over the fire. Activities cater to the whole family! Looking to cap off with the winter with an exciting and inclusive fun race? Sign up for the Vancouver Island Loppet on Saturday March 22nd. Visit the Strathcona Nordic Ski Club website for more details.
Exciting addition this year! Introducing our Snow to Surf Cross Country Ski Clinic: Explore the very trail used in the annual Snow to Surf adventure relay! Learn essential techniques from our certified instructors to optimize your efficiency and conquer this thrilling leg of the race!
Please note the racecourse may change prior to the event due to snow conditions. Open to classic and skate skiers- please select your discipline at the time of booking.
Snow to Surf Cross Country Ski Clinic
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Nordic Ability Guide
Cross-Country Ski Ability Guide
DISCOVER Never-Ever Skier
Green Terrain
- You are a first-timer who has never skied before.
- Discover Cross-Country Skiing
- Adult 5 Week XC Ski Program
- Private Lesson
LEVEL 1 Beginner Skier
Green Terrain
- You have skied more than 3 times on green trails only.
- You have very little glide, rhythm, and balance.
- Group Cross-Country Ski Lesson Level 1
- Adult 5 Week XC Ski Program
- Private Lesson
Green & Blue Terrain
- You have skied more than 1 season on blue trails with moderate climbs and descents.
- Glide, rhythm, and balance are inconsistent depending on terrain.
- Group Cross-Country Ski Lesson Level 2-3
- Adult 5 Week XC Ski Program
- Private Lesson
Blue & Black Terrain
- You have skied at least 1 season and can ski most black trails including all climbs and descents.
- You can ski with Glide, rhythm, and balance on all terrain and conditions.
- Group Cross-Country Ski Lesson Level 2-3
- Adult 5 Week XC Ski Program
- Private Lesson
- Adult Performance Clinic
Black terrain
- You have skied multiple seasons and can ski all black trails including all climbs and descents.
- You can ski with Glide, rhythm, and balance on all terrain and conditions.
Suggested Lesson:
- - Private Lesson
- - Adult Performance Clinic
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