Youth Nordic Skiing – Camrose Ski Club

To register in any of the programs below and become a club member visit our Membership Page

Please note: if a youth skier does not have their own equipment, rentals are available on a first come, first served basis from the Camrose Ski Club. Rentals are reserved through the Zone 4 registration page.

Bunnies (ages 3-5)

The Bunny Program is the first level of Nordic Canada’s Active Start stage of development. The objective of the program is to introduce cross-country skiing and the healthy lifestyle associated with it through organized activity and active play.

Program will start mid-November and run on Saturday mornings and continue until the middle of March, weather permitting. 1 session/week at the Stoney Creek Centre located at 5320-39 Avenue.

Anticipated start date of Saturday, November 29, 2025 (Snow Dependent)

Bunnyrabbit (ages 5-7)

The Camrose Ski Club has designated a “Bunnyrabbit” group as a bridge between the Bunny group and the Jackrabbit group. Program objectives and goals are similar to the Bunny Program, but with more specific technique instruction and activities designed for kids who are able to ski a little farther.

Program will start mid-November and run on Thursday nights from 5:00 – 6:00 pm and continue until the middle of March, weather permitting. 1 session/week at the Stoney Creek Centre located at 5320-39 Avenue.

Anticipated start date of Thursday, November 27, 2025 (Snow Dependent)

Jackrabbit (ages 7-10)

The Jackrabbit Program is designed around Nordic Canada’s “FUNdamentals” stage of development, this is the second level of the skill development program. The objective is for children to learn basic cross-country ski skills (both classic and skating) and to instill a lifelong interest in the sport, thereby enhancing their quality of life and health.

Anticipated start date of Thursday, November 27, 2025 (Snow Dependent)

Track Attack (ages 10-13)

The Track Attack program is the next level after our Jackrabbit program and it is designed to emphasis on refining all Nordic Canada’s FUNdamental movements and basic cross country running and skiing skills, as well as establishing an aerobic base for further development of speed and strength.

Track Attack skiers have the opportunity to have FUN out in nature with friends and family all while improving proper cross country running, classic and skate skiing techniques through drills and games on skis.

The Track Attack age group has the opportunity to participate in the Alberta Youth Championships in Bragg Creek and other regional loppets and, if interested, Alberta Cup races.

Track Attack expectations – Participants must have their own wax-able skis, boots and poles for both classic and skate technique. This group will introduce basic waxing skills to athletes and parents.

Track Attack will start on October 16, 2025 with one session a week on Thursday nights and once the snow comes they will move to 2 sessions a week, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:45-6:00 pm.

Youth Adventure Ski (ages 10-14)

This fun and engaging program is designed for young skiers aged 10–14 who enjoy skiing in a group, want to build their classic skiing skills, and love being outdoors without the pressure of racing. Participants will explore the beautiful Stoney Creek trail system, with a couple of special outings to nearby locations like Islet Lake and the Strathcona Wilderness Centre.

Program Highlights:

Focus on classic cross-country ski technique

Recreational, non-competitive environment

Occasional short trips to alternate ski locations

Meets Sundays, 2:00 – 4:00 PM from November to March (snow dependent)

Requirements:

Open to skiers aged 10–14

Some previous experience on classic skis is required

Minimum of 4 participants to run the program

Maximum of 8 participants (can expand to 10 with parent sweep volunteers on skis)

Equipment Rentals:
Ski equipment rentals are available for participants and can be reserved through the registration form

Junior Racers (ages 13-18)

This program is a high-energy program taking into consideration the social and emotional development of the age group — lots of team building, group interaction and social events are emphasized. It’s tailored to meet the needs of athletes going through the peak growth period and to allow athletes to perform to their potential. Emphasis on refining cross country running and skiing skills and physical development including “engine building” of aerobic capacity.

Junior Racers receive coaching, a structured training program, aerobic conditioning, race preparation, and ongoing support to help them develop as well-rounded athletes both on and off the trails. They are guided through a variety of training experiences designed to build endurance, improve technique, and prepare for competition in a fun and inclusive team environment.

Junior Racers should be able to classic and skate ski for 30 minutes or 5km non-stop. It’s expected that Junior Racers attend 80% of all dryland training, skating and classic sessions. Junior Racers are expected to attend running and skiing events throughout the season (with a focus on Alberta Cups).

Junior Racers will start on September 7, 2025, with one session a week set by the coach. Junior Racers will move to two days a week starting the week of October 26, 2025.

There will be a Dryland Camp from September 12–14, focused on fitness, technique, and team building. A Snow Camp will take place from November 9–11, providing early-season on-snow training and preparation for winter racing.

Biathlon (ages 12-18)

The Camrose Biathlon program provides athletes twelve and up a chance to enjoy the exciting sport of biathlon (which combines nordic skiing and rifle shooting) within an inclusive, encouraging, and controlled environment. Our mission is to help our athletes achieve their own goals, whether they are wanting to make it to the Olympics one day or doing the sport recreationally we will help them in any way we can. Dedicated coaching staff, administration and volunteers help run the Camrose Biathlon Club and are committed to our athlete’s success.

Participants wanting to join our biathlon program must be able to classic and skate ski and should complete at minimum one year of Track Attack skiing. The club does offer rifles to rent but the expectation is they must have their own wax-able skis, boots and poles for both classic and skate technique.

Biathlon training sessions are scheduled for Monday and Wednesday evenings, from 4:45 PM to 6:15 PM.

Multiple Program Registration

If your child is planning to participate in both a cross country program and biathlon you only need to register them for the biathlon program.