Introduction To Skate Skiing Course - Seattle - 2016

Cross-country Skiing Course

Intro to Skate Skiing Clinic

A three-week course for novice or beginning skate skiers.

Skate skiing is a fast and exhilarating form of Nordic skiing!

This three-week course is designed for novice or beginning skate skiers. It is taught by knowledgeable and friendly PSIA-certified instructors on groomed trails. You will learn basic skating technique and movement patterns to get you gliding effortlessly down the trail.

Prerequisites: Previous skiing experience - either XC or alpine - will help facilitate a fast-track learning experience. Potential participants without previous skiing experience are encouraged to complete the Introduction to Cross Country class.

When:

  • January 9, 9:15 to 11:30 AM
  • January 23, 9:30 to 11:30 AM
  • January 30, 9:30 to 11:30 AM

If one of the field trips needs to be cancelled due to poor conditions, there is a make up class scheduled on February 6 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM.

Where: Classes are held at the Sno Parks, east of Snoqualmie Pass. (See the required equipment list for a link to purchase the required groomed snow-park permit.)

Cancellations after January 6 will incur a $15 fee.

Course Requirements

This course has no scheduled activities.

Roster
Required Equipment
  • Skate skis, boots & poles
  • Clothing suitable for aerobic winter activities
  • Groomed sno-park permit - one per vehicle
  • Optional: fanny pack or small hydration pack with water and snacks
Course Materials

There are no materials for this course.