Youth Dryland Training
Program Description
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Our Fall Dryland program features a mix of ski-specific training activities and games to prepare kids for the upcoming ski season. Activities will include skate roller skiing, agility/balance/coordination exercises, bodyweight strength training, and biathlon target shooting using the infrared Ecoaims biathlon equipment. The focus of the program will be on team-building and having fun with games and activities that will help prepare kids for the upcoming ski season.
Sessions will either be on roller skis, or will be in running shoes. The coaches will inform parents of the mode of training before each session.
No previous roller skiing experience is required. However, participants must have completed Jackrabbits Level 4 or at least one year of Track Attack, or have comparable basic skate skiing ability.
Ages
Our Fall Dryland Training program is for kids ages 9-15 who love skiing and being part of a ski team!
Parent Involvement
Parents are welcome to participate in dryland training with their kids, or to assist the coaches with the setup and supervision of the training stations. Training opportunities to get started as a volunteer coach will be provided in the Fall.
Dates/Times
Thursday evenings from September 19 to November 28 (11 sessions), from 17:45-19:15.
Where
Dryland training will be at various locations in Kamloops, including TRU Parking Lot N or McArthur Island for roller skiing and Dufferin Elementary for running/cross training.
Cost
$50
What to Bring
Participants will need to bring skate boots, skate poles, bike helmet, gloves, running shoes, layers of athletic clothing suitable for the conditions, water/snacks. The club will provide the roller skis.
The coaches will inform parents what equipment will be required (roller skis or running shoes) at least one day before the session.
Registration
The maximum registration is 15 participants as we have a limited number of roller skis to provide to participants.
Registration is available through Fareharbour on our Lessons Page.