MEMBERSHIP
Chelsea Nordiq is a not-for-profit, community-based cross-country ski and biathlon club serving the Outaouais/Ottawa region. We are proud of our growing membership and the roles countless volunteers play to run our vibrant, successful organization. Our Annual memberships run from September 1 to March 31 of the following year. There are four membership options:
Annual Family Membership - $130
1 household of up to 2 adult parents or guardians and their children. This membership is valid from September 1 to August 31 of the following year.
Annual Individual Membership - $75
Typically for one adult. It can be used for one child, although a Family membership is recommended if possible. This membership is valid from September 1 to August 30 of the following year.
“Learn To” Individual Membership - $30
Only for our introductory programs (Bunny Rabbit, Jackrabbit, Into/Rec. Biathlon, Adult Lessons), this membership can be used for families who only have participants in the qualifying programs. Our goal is to ensure an affordable entry for initiates to skiing and biathlon. Note there are two flavours of the “Learn To” membership - for children 14 and under and for youth and adults (this is for tax purposes). This membership runs from January 1 to March 31. If a Family Membership has already been purchased, the “Learn To” membership is not needed.
Summer Membership - $35
This program is for anyone joining a summer program (Biathlon, Nordic Race) who has not previously purchased a Family or Individual Membership from the previous fall/winter. For example, someone who has just moved into the region in the spring/summer. This membership is valid from April 1 to August 30.
If you are interested in joining but might need some support, Chelsea Nordiq has an assistance program for qualified applicants.
Membership benefits
As a member of Chelsea Nordiq you and your family have access to:
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Riders Roost: our clubhouse ‘cabin in the woods’ at Camp Fortune. To learn about its fascinating history, click here
Biathlon Range: located at Camp Fortune. The only Range in the region! Use of the range is only within context of a registered program under supervision of a Range Safety Officer, and not for individual use.
Chalet des Erables: a larger indoor facility at Camp Fortune, ours to use in the winter
Race course: a network of trails adjacent to the Roost
Coaching courses: free coach certification courses, courtesy of Chelsea Nordiq. Plus, mentoring from staff & experienced coaches
Gatineau Park: our backyard. An incredible year-round facility. We know it, and benefit from it, more than most! A valid Park pass is required for all users over 12 years old.
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Race: for those who want to enhance fitness and skills to compete, from the local to international stage
Adventure: for those who want to develop fitness and skills for longer distance or off-piste excursions
Biathlon: for those who want to master shooting skills, as a recreational pursuit or with an eye to competition, at all levels
Learn to Ski: for children aged 4-13 who want to learn and improve before transitioning to our Race, Adventure or Biathlon programs
Adults: lessons and Nordic programming with a community of like-minded people
Youth Leadership: a mentoring program that provides leadership skills, training certifications and opportunities for paid coaching
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Trips and excursions: our Adventure, Race & Biathlon programs offer opportunities to explore and train in different regions of Quebec, and beyond
Competitions: we take our Race and Biathlon athletes all over Quebec (and further afield) to participate in race events
Exchange programs: Race & Adventure programs participate in sports/cultural exchanges with clubs/organisations in different regions of Canada
Nordic Canada & Ski de Fond Quebec: we are members of these National and Provincial cross-country skiing bodies. These associations provide insurance, as well as many other benefits, to all our members.
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Chelsea Nordiq: a community of like-minded, active, engaged citizens. We like to be physically fit, love being outdoors and can’t help but smile when there’s 20cm of snow in the forecast!
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We have several local businesses and retail sports stores that support our club and offer discounts to members.
