Phoenix Cross Country Ski Society is now offering Ski Programs for Junior skiers that are interested in advancing their skiing level. We are also offering a fall dryland ski program to augment the winter sessions. If you are interested in exploring options for junior skiers review the information here, then join our society and select the appropriate program on the membership form. Recently we have added a ladies ski program. You can register for any program at the same time as you pay for membership. Nordic ski equipment rentals are now available for juniors registered in any of our programs.
Junior skiers registered in our programs are now eligible to rent nordic ski equipment from the club. Once registered please contact bmfletch@telus.net for rental details.
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Kal Tire Skill Development Program offered by PCCSS
Skill Development Program (SDP) for Children
The Kal Tire Skill Development Program is a modern, state-of-the-art progression of skill development programs for children. This exciting program conforms to the Canadian Sport for Life (CS4L) Model and provides a vertically integrated continuum of development opportunities for children in the first three stages of skier development.
KAL TIRE BUNNYRABBIT PROGRAM
The first level is the Bunnyrabbit Program which is directed at children in the “Active Start” stage of athlete development (children five years of age and younger). Program materials include: an enrolment kit, a kid-friendly age-appropriate booklet and skill award stickers. It has been developed in parallel with the first level of the Coaching Association of Canada’s new competency-based National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP), which now provides coaching materials specific to the needs of this age group. The objective is to introduce cross country skiing and the healthy lifestyle associated with it through organized activity and active play. In addition, the program is designed to:
- Help children develop a positive self-image.
- Be fun.
- Provide children an opportunity to make ski-friends.
- Develop fundamental movement skills.
- Help children develop an awareness and appreciation of our natural environment.
KAL TIRE JACKRABBIT PROGRAM
The Jackrabbit Program, which is directed at skiers in the “FUNdamentals” stage of athlete development (children six to nine years of age), is the second level of SDP. It has been developed in parallel with the second level of the new competency-based NCCP, which provides coaching materials specific to the needs of skiers this age. Program materials include an enrolment kit; an age-appropriate booklet/poster that provides a comprehensive record of the young skier’s ski career; and “technique” and “program” award stickers to chart the different levels of achievement.The objective is for children to learn basic cross country ski skills (both classic and skating) and to instill a lifelong interest in the sport, thereby enhancing their quality of life and health. In addition, it is designed to:
- Help children develop confidence.
- Be fun.
- Provide children an opportunity to ski and socialize with their ski-friends.
- Build overall motor skills.
- Help children develop outdoor winter safety skills.
KAL TIRE TRACK ATTACK PROGRAM
The Track Attack Program, which is directed at children in the “Learning to Train” stage of athlete development (children 10 to 12 years of age), is the third level of SDP. It has been developed in parallel with the third level of the new NCCP system. Program materials include a program-specific enrolment kit, an age-appropriate booklet and coaching materials specific to this stage in the skier development progression. The objective is for the participants to become technically competent cross country skiers and to utilize their skills to explore a wide range of cross-country ski activities, from back country excursions to Ski Tournaments. In addition, it is designed to:
- Develop fitness through active play, games and other activities.
- Be fun.
- Provide children an opportunity to be part of a sport “team”.
- Develop competence in cross country ski skills.
Expose children to a variety of “adventure-based” cross country ski activities.
OTHER SKI PROGRAMS
The PCCSS now offers adult ski programs and dryland programs in fall and spring. A drop-in option is also available for adults. You can pay for all programs when you buy your membership on this site.