Programs

The Whiteshell Cross Country Ski Club offers programs for skiers of all ages and interests.

Jackrabbits

What: The Jackrabbit program offers cross country ski lessons with the objective of teaching ski fundamentals within a framework of fun and games. Children aged 4-5 and their parents are introduced to having fun on skis in our Bunnyrabbit program. Jackrabbits is for 6-12 year olds and builds up confidence in the skills of classic diagonal stride, uphill and downhill skills as well as an introduction to skate ski techniques with a focus on fun and games.  Our coaches have all trained and received certification to teach cross country skiing.

Where: local ski trails, typically starting at the Manitoba Hydro Substation (see map below)

When: Sunday morning 10:00 am

Wednesday Night Club Ski

What: This is a fun event where participants are able to ski at night on a small course in a group setting.

Where: The Pinawa Club

When: Every Wednesday at 7:00PM 

Course: The course will be set for both skate & classic skiing. Bringing a headlight is recommended. 

Adult Ski Lessons

The Whiteshell Cross Country Ski Club - with costs covered by a ParticipACTION grant - is pleased to offer

SKI YOUR BEST

A series of 3 Cross Country Ski lessons with certified Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors (CANSI).

Choose either:

Saturdays, January 17, 24, Jan 31 (Feb 7 in case of a cancellation)

Tuesdays, January 20, 27, Feb 3 (Feb 10 in case of a cancellation)

All lessons will be from 2:00 – 3:30pm and start at the Pinawa Club (1 Willis Dr)

These lesson sets are for novices, focusing on tips to increase comfort and ski efficiency.

Intermediate skate ski and classic lessons are also being planned. 

To register, please email whiteshellskiclub@gmail.com to indicate which dates you prefer.

Our club has 3 CANSI certified ski instructors who will offer lessons in group or individual settings. For information, contact whiteshellskiclub@gmail.com