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About Snowflakes (kindergarten-2nd grade)

This is a 1-day on snow program for our youngest beginner skiers to advanced skiers. Coaches work with skiers to learn the basics which include using equipment, body position, how to stand up and how to fall down and uphill and downhill technique. Skiers learn through group games and skill development activities to become more confident skiers. Skiers are encouraged to participate in local ski races to continue to develop skills.

Coaches: Stacy Bebo, Doria Ware, Jen Lockhart


Program cost

  • $150

  • $99 Woodstock Nordic Center Team Discounted Season Pass required for ages 5 years and older-Allows access to Mt. Peg and Mt.Tom groomed trail systems throughout the season.

On-Snow

  • Starting the week of Wednesday, January 3rd - meeting in Knox Meadow, the south end of the Woodstock Nordic Center Trails.

  • Practice is on Wednesdays.

  • Practice starts at 3:30pm.

  • Arrive dressed ready to ski.

  • Bathrooms will be available in the Woodstock Athletic Club.

  • Parents/Guardians need to get their skiers ready for practice by helping them get clothing and equipment on.

  • Pick up is at 4:30pm

EQUIPMENT NEEDS

  • 1 pair of fishscale or skin classic skis with bindings & 1 pair of poles reaching top of shoulder, 1 pair of combi boots

  • 2nd Grade skiers usually transition into skate skiing by the end of the season. While not a requirement, older snowflakes look forward to skating and should either purchase used or new skate skis.

New England Nordic Ski Association

$25-Renew or purchase your NENSA annual membership. We will not be renewing or signing your skier up for the NENSA membership this year. NENSA is the governing body of New England Nordic Skiing and works to promote and develop the sport of nordic skiing throughout New England. NENSA helps us with many local races. https://nensa.net/