Adult Lessons

ABOUT

We offer group lessons in both classic skiing and skate skiing, to meet the needs of skiers at a beginner level and those progressing to an intermediate level. Choose from a combination of classic and skate technique for 8 weeks on Monday evenings or a 4-week session on Wednesdays in Feb to improve one of classic or skate technique. All lessons end with a final cabin ski in March.

• 8 week classic skiing (beginner) + cabin outing

• 8 week skate skiing (beginner/intermediate) + cabin outing

• 4 week classic skiing (beginner) + 4 week skate skiing (beginner) + cabin outing

• 4 week classic skiing (intermediate) + 4 week skate skiing (beginner) + cabin outing

• 4 week classic skiing (intermediate) + 4 week skate skiing (intermediate) + cabin outing

• 4 week classic skiing (all levels) starting in February + cabin outing

• 4 week skate skiing (all levels) starting in February + cabin outing

The lessons, led by experienced coaches, are an excellent way to improve technique and confidence on skis to increase your enjoyment of cross-country skiing across a variety of terrain.

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FAQ

• When and where will the lessons take place?

  The 8 week lessons are on Mondays from 6:30-8:00pm. They take place at the Chalet Des Erables at Camp Fortune. The first lesson is Monday, January 4.

  The 4 week lessons are Wed 6:30-8pm starting Feb 3 at Chalet Des Erables at Camp Fortune.

• What if I sign up for the wrong level?

  That’s no problem, as we will have both beginner and intermediate classes happening at the same time, so we can easily switch you to the correct class.

• What equipment do I need?

  Ideally, classic and skate skis, although beginners can use one pair* for both. It is beneficial to have classic and skate boots, but beginners could use a ‘combi’ boot for both. It is important to ensure the boot bindings fit both sets of skis. You will need two sets of poles, as they should be different lengths. Classic poles up to the armpit with boots on; skate poles up to the mouth.

  *Note: you can use waxable classic skis for skate skiing by removing the wax. However, it is not possible to learn/improve skate skiing using classic skis with ‘skins’ or ‘scales’. For questions about equipment, please contact us.

• Sounds great. What’s the cost?

  The program cost for the 2026-27 season is $210 for the 8-week program, and $105 for the 4-week program.

  Additionally, all registrants must be affiliated with the Division/Nordiq Canada ($36) and purchase a Family or Individual Chelsea Nordiq Club Membership.

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REGISTRATION

For further information please email programmanager@chelseanordiq.ca