New to XC skiing? Check out this video from Salomon for a quick comparison of the 2 major styles of XC skiing; Classic vs. Skate skiing. Very important as different equipment is required for each style.
Membership and Adult Programming- Now Open!
To adapt to Nova Scotia’s challenging winters, SCOTIA XC has implemented snowmaking on Brunello’s range, which may allow more on-snow sessions. However, we have had our best success for students when flexibility is an option. In the past, instructors have offered make-up sessions on different nights of the week or at different locations. Our instructors are very committed to getting you on your skis when Mother Nature permits.
Skate Skiing Technique:
- All adult programming will begin the week of Jan 8th, 2024. Coaches will be on standby for the 8 week window starting that week to provide options for lessons when weather/snow conditions permit.
- Aiming for 5 lessons. 1st week only will be off-snow/dryland activities if needed.
- Cost: $75 plus membership
Beginner Skate Skiing: Coaches John and Kip
- Tuesdays
- 12 student limit
- 6:45pm-8:15pm
- Description: This course is aimed at skiers who are new or have minimal experience in skate skiing. In this course, we will introduce the basics of skate skiing technique culminating in an introduction to one-skate, the most common technique used in skate skiing. You should sign up for this course only if you are already comfortable on skis and want to learn the fundamentals of skate skiing. Limited equipment may be available on a first come first serve basis from Brunello Golf and Country Club.
Intermediate Skate Skiing: Coaches Derek and Hannah
- Thursday
- 16 student limit
- 6:45pm-8:15pm
- Description: This course is aimed at skiers who are already comfortable with skate skiing and are comfortable with the one-skate technique. This course is designed to introduce the various techniques used in skate skiing over the course of 5 sessions. By the end of this course you will be familiar with the all three primary technique of skate skiing (one-skate, two-skate and offset) which will allow you to pick the most efficient technique in all terrain!
Classic Skiing Technique
- All adult programming will begin the week of Jan 8th, 2024. Coaches will be on standby for the 8 week window starting that week to provide options for lessons when weather/snow conditions permit.
- Aiming for 5 lessons. 1st week only will be off-snow/dryland activities if needed.
- Cost: $75 plus membership
Beginner Classic Skiing: Coach Frankie
- Tuesdays
- 8 student limit
- 6:45pm-8:15pm
- Description: This course is aimed at skiers who are looking to start their adventure on XC skis. The course will cover the basics of classic skiing including: movement on skis, introduction to diagonal stride, herringbone and side step for hills, downhill progression including half wedge and braking wedge.
- Limited equipment may be available on a first come first serve basis from Brunello Golf and Country Club.
Refund Policy: full refund if requested before second lesson.
Individual Lessons More Your Style? Book a private lesson with an instructor.
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