Track Attack: Age 9-11 (U10 & U12 age groups )

 

About: Age appropriate and fun, Track Attack is a ski program about trying all the aspects of groomed trail nordic skiing including (among other things) some biathlon, orienteering, bushcraft, and racing. Our talented coach team ensures skills development through the use of team-building, games, drills, and age appropriate challenges. Track Attack encompasses the Learning to Train stage of the Long Term Athlete Development Model. Most Track Attack kids come through our Jackrabbits program before entering this program. However, we do welcome new skiers who are motivated to learn. Skiers are introduced to some racing and training concepts but this is only a small part of the program and not in any way mandatory. The emphasis of the program is to learn good ski technique and be active in a winter environment, be a part of our skiing community, and ultimately encourage children to enjoy skiing as a lifelong activity.

 

Dryland: We will be meeting twice per week to play team-building games, try out roller skiing, and to do some local hikes. The emphasis of this part of the season is on being active and getting to know each other.

 

On Snow: We will be meeting twice per week. There will be opportunities to ski with the Junior Skiers and upper level Jackrabbits. There will be additional optional activities included on select dates TBD. Optional activities include introduction to Biathlon & Ski Orienteering, participation in Nordic Fest, a waxing workshop, several local hikes, and team-building opportunities.

 

When we meet: (Dryland)

• Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning September 10th to late November

• Times: 4:30-6:00pm

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When we meet: (On-snow)

• Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning late November to March 13th (no practices December 24th-January 2nd)

• Times: 4:30-6:00pm

 

Cost: 

• Program Cost: $400

• Roller Ski Rentals: April - November ($100), September - November ($50)

• Ski Rentals: $200, which includes classic and skate equipment

• Additional gear: Ski ties, ski wax, ski bag 

• Additional costs may include travel costs, waxing fees, and race entry fees 

• Need help paying? Apply for a grant through Kidsport Canada

 

What’s Included: 

• Kootenay Region Fall Dryland Camp (Last weekend  of September)

• Two Intro to Biathlon Sessions (Dates TBD)

• Two Intro to Orienteering Sessions (Dates TBD) 

• Kimberley Kootenay Cup (Western Canada Cup Jan 31 to Feb 2 2025) 

 

Registration: August 15, 2024 at 10:00am until August 31, 2024 at 10:00pm

 

Parent Expectations:

• Fundraising is a requirement of the program.

• Parents are expected to be involved with some maintenance of skis and help in other ways associated with the program.

• Parents are also encouraged to ski with their kids on their own time at KNC or other trails around Kimberley.

 

Additional Information:

• Season passes must be shown to Kiosk attendants when entering the Nordic Club.

• Always bring both pairs of skis and poles, snow can dictate the technique of the day regardless of what is scheduled for the day.

• Kids should be on their skis and ready to go at scheduled times. In order to do this, kids need to arrive 15 minutes before start time.

• All coaches are volunteers. All monies generated from registration, rentals and fundraising are used directly for this program.

• All Track Attack participants and parents must sign the Code of Conduct before the start of the program.

• Cold weather cancellation is -20 C and below

 

Want to know more? Contact our Program Administrator, Anna Malvin, at programs@kimberleynordic.org or 250-427-5268.