SCOTIA XC offers cross country ski lessons based on Nordiq Canada’s Skill Development Programs for Children. The overall objective of the program is to assist children in the development of a love of the outdoors, a healthy lifestyle, excellent technical skills and a good level of physical fitness.
Youth registered in our programs also have first access to our Seasonal Rental Equipment Program.
Learn-to-Ski Programs:
Program Registration 2026-27: OPEN NOW!
- To adapt to Nova Scotia’s challenging winters, SCOTIA XC has implemented snowmaking at Brunello XC, which may allow more on-snow sessions, however, we will proceed unless it is dangerous to be out (too cold or too icy)! Instructors will have creative options to make lessons fun and instructive with or without snow, and may suggest a change of location to your group the night before to take advantage of local conditions. Flexibility is required for XC skiing in Nova Scotia!
New This Year!! Have a Ball – Ski this Fall
This year we are offering to Jack Rabbit (JA) participants (age 6 – 9) Track Attack (TA) participants (age 9-14) a fall activities program on scheduled Saturday mornings: Oct 31 9 – 10:30, Nov 28 9 – 11, and Dec 19 9 – 11. The focus of the activities is to create a fun, interactive environment which is structured on developing FUNdamental ski specific skills. The youth will participate in games, relays and running activities which require balance, strength (body weight), speed, & ski technique.
There is no separate registration for these fall sessions. Once you register for the ski season the JR and TA youth have the opportunity to participate in these fall seasons at no additional charge.
Winter Ski Saturday Youth Group
We want to be ready for all possibilities. We will block off a 8-9 week Saturday window, targeting 6 lessons – starting Jan 9.
All youth group classes will have 2 coaches but it’s important to note that lessons are offered in a group format. One on one teaching is not available.
Also to note: Skiers who sign up for the Sat Track Attack Program will be able to participate in the Tuesday evening Track Attack program for free.
January 9th – March 13th at Brunello XC (9 week window for 6 lessons) $50 + membership
- Bunny Rabbits (Ages 4-5ish) – 9:30am-10:30am – Parental Volunteers will be required at times.
- Jack Rabbits (Ages 6-9ish) – 9:30am- 10:45am
- Track Attack (Ages 10-13ish) – 9:30am-10:45am
Tuesday Night Track Attack
Join Coach Dave for evening ski lessons.
Dates for Program:
- (8 week window for 6 lessons) January 12 to March 2
- Track Attack (Ages 9-13ish)- 6:45pm-7:45pm
- $50 + membership
Register early – classes fill up quickly!
