Adult Programs

2026-2027 Program Information

We offer adult ski programs for Kanata Nordic members (ages 16 and up) to learn to ski and/or to refine their skiing technique.

The demand for Adult Ski instruction has increased considerably and our range of program offerings is dependent upon the number of volunteer leaders. If you are interested in finding out more about Leading / Instructor we would love to hear from you! Contact our Club Administrator

If a Program is FULL: Add your name to our Adult Programs Wait List – if sections or spaces open up you will be contacted to see if the space / time works for you. If you don’t hear from us then we were not able to open up any more program sessions.

** Enrolment in any of our programs requires a Kanata Nordic Ski club membership

Registration will open soon

Fall Fitness Options – 2026

1/ Dryland Training Bootcamp – Leigh

Once again this year, we are pleased to offer Dryland Training Bootcamp led by Leigh. This program will help you elevate your fitness to get the most out of your skiing season and everything else you do. The routines will be a mix of circuits, intervals, partner work and cardio bursts. Each session will be unique designed to target all muscle groups to help you get to your next level of fitness.

Sundays: Sept 27 to Nov. 8 (6 weeks) @ 10:30-11:30 am (no class Thanksgiving weekend)

Sessions will be held at Ed Hollyer Park this year. Ed Hollyer Park – Google Maps

We welcome everyone to join no matter where you are in your fitness journey. All you need is to come with an open mind and be ready to have some fun, nudging yourself to embrace some new challenges along the way!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Leigh at leighanthonybrethour@gmail.com

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2/ Fitness & Skiing for Newbies (Kathy) * For adults new to cross country skiing (e.g. a “raw beginner”):

4 Dryland sessions & 4 On Snow sessions

Mondays 6 -7 pm (location TBD)
Dryland Oct 5 – Nov 2 (no class Thanksgiving Monday
On Snow: Jan 4, 11, 18, 25
This is a small-group program with very targeted instruction – MAX 6 participants

This program will teach specific movements involved in the cross-country skiing classic skiing technique to help with balance, agility, strength & flexibility while we wait for snow…*There will be some moderate cardio components incorporated; participants should have a base fitness level that allows them to comfortably be active (with breaks) for 45 – 60 mins outside. We train in all weather except lightning storm.

On-Snow Programs

Skiers must have their own (& appropriate) equipment! Please check out the following guide https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/cross-country-nordic-skis or go to a store that specializes in cross country skis. Poorly fitting equipment hampers technique and results in frustration.

Sessions build upon one another and regular attendance is important.

Location: Wesley Clover Parks Equestrian Centre Trails (401 Corkstown Rd) & Campground/NCC trail systems

Please note:

Kanata Nordic reserves the right to cancel any programs with insufficient registration or without volunteer leaders. In this case every effort will be made to find an equivalent program or a refund will be offered.
Kanata Nordic programs are subject to the will of Mother Nature. We follow Nordiq Canada’s weather guidelines in terms of program cancellation. This means programs will be cancelled if conditions are unsafe or temperatures are below acceptable limits. We attempt to reschedule cancelled events but at the discretion of group leaders. The Club will attempt to give its members as much notice as possible for program changes caused by inclement weather or adverse conditions.

BEGINNER CLASSIC SKI LESSONS

Intended for beginners, those with limited skiing experience and would like to build their confidence on skis and develop skills for getting up and down hills. Lessons are focused on classic technique – the skis slide in tracks and skis generally are parallel to each other. Program is 6 sessions in total.

Class Times:

SATURDAYS 1:30 PM
SUNDAYS 9:30 AM

BEGINNER SKATE SKIING

Intended for skiers who are comfortable on skis but wish to learn the skate ski technique – a more dynamic style that people do on groomed paths but not in the tracks.

SAT PM 2 – 3 pm
Prerequistes:
Skiers should comfortable with cross country skiing; comfortable with balance on skis, and able control gliding and stopping.
Skiers must have their own Skate skis, poles & boots. Poorly fitting or inappropriate equipment hampers learning the proper technique and results in frustration.
Please check out the following guide https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/cross-country-nordic-skis or go to a store that specializes in cross country skis.

INTERMEDIATE SKATE PROGRAM

intended for skiers who are comfortable on cross country skis but who may not have had formal training. This is not a learn to ski program, however, athletic people with limited experience generally have success. Experienced skiers in one technique typically transition well to the other technique. This program focuses on skate technique – the skier skis outside the tracks in a skating motion. Group size is limited to 12 skiers.

Prerequisites:
Skier should have mastered basic skate ski skills
Comfortable on skis for glide and control on skis.
Skiers must have skate ski equipment. Please check out the following guide https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/cross-country-nordic-skis or go to a store that specializes in cross country skis.
**Please do not register in this program if you do not have access to skate skis.

Program Times: currently unavailable – awaiting instructors

Sessions build upon one another and regular attendance is important. The focus for both techniques is fundamentally the same.

ADULT TOURING GROUP – we have a Coordinator!

Kanata Nordic Adult Touring group is a way to enjoy recreational skiing over a variety of terrain, exploring trails in the National Capital region – with a focus on Gatineau Park outings. Touring group members have the option to buy a Gatineau Park Season pass, or pay trail fees as they go. The typical ski outing would likely cover a distance of approximately 10 kms over 2+ hours. Skiers have the choice of either classic or skating and the group is usually mixed. The program is suited to couples, friends, and parents with older teen or adult children.

Prerequisites:

Skiers should be familiar with either classic or skate technique.
Skiers should be comfortable skiing up to 10 km in either classic or skate style. The first few sessions will be slightly shorter.

Location: Various locations including Gatineau Park – Gatineau Park trail fees are an additional cost. Participants should consider purchasing their own season pass for Gatineau park, or be prepared to pay daily trail fees.

Adult Drop-In Clinics – on snow

Intended for skiers with some experience wanting coaching/feedback on a specific technique. Skiers register for each session separately. Each session covers a specific topic. Sessions will be led by experienced coaches.

Please check our Ski Technique Clinics page : These are shorter 60-90 min sessions for Kanata Nordic members who wish to tune up a specific aspect of their ski technique.

Sessions dates and times TBD, located at Kanata Nordic

Prerequisites:

Skiers should have some prior experience with that session’s specific technique focus. Intermediate or experienced XC skiers with limited experience on that specific technique are welcome in related sessions.
Skiers need appropriate equipment for the session’s technique. e.g. skate skis for a skate session.
Skiers should have an understanding of waxing for classic technique or have access to skin skis.

Refund / Cancellation Policy:

Memberships are non-refundable.
Learn-to-ski (LTS) program registration fees will be refunded, less a 20% administration fee, within the first 7 days of the start of the program. No refunds will apply to withdrawals on or after the 7th day. To obtain a refund, please contact registration@kanatanordic.ca