WCCSC Junior Athlete Development 2022/2023

Welcome to the 2022/2023 WCCSC Junior Development Program


The Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club operates within a long-term athlete development (LTAD) model that promotes a healthy lifestyle where people participate in lifelong physical activity.

The Junior Athlete Development program provides skiers an opportunity to develop technique, increase physical fitness and explore the many facets of cross-country skiing. Skiers can join at any age, with any skill level, and are grouped according to ability. Cross country skiing may seem like an individual sport but the enjoyment and fulfilment for any athlete comes from being part of a team, a club, a community. Our club strives to maintain a strong team spirit, and we will look to build that community and team spirit through this program.

The objectives of the program will be Fitter, Faster, Stronger, and athletes will be able to use these skills towards whatever their personal goals are in the sport of cross country skiing.

Objectives for this program are:

• Create a training environment where athletes are challenged physically and mentally, allowing them to be a better athlete and person which helps them to reach their goals

• Create a training environment where athletes are committed to constant technical improvement in cross-country skiing.

• Create a training environment that is fun and inclusive and provides a social space where athletes want to be.

• Create a love and passion for outdoor physical fitness in all seasons while exploring the Mt McIntyre area.

• Provide an environment where opportunities to engage in racing are offered if this is something the athlete is interested in

A head program coordinator will support this program. All coaches will work with the program coordinator throughout the season to coordinate all lesson plans and skill and fitness development.


Here is some more information about the WCCSC Junior Development Program:

1. Please review the program descriptions on the Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club website. https://www.xcskiwhitehorse.ca/junior-development-program-12-to-18

2. Please note that all WCCSC Junior Development Program skiers must be season pass holders. Purchase a club season pass for your child(ren) (or your whole family) here: https://www.xcskiwhitehorse.ca/passes . Please note these passes allow for unlimited skiing throughout the 2022/23 season

3. If you have any further questions or concerns please contact our head coach, Brian Horton at jdp@xcskiwhitehorse.ca or at 668-4477

DETAILS

AGE GROUP: 12-18

DATES: August 29, 2022- until Spring break (March 13, 2023), with the possibility of an extension if weather and enthusiasm allow.

DAYS OF WEEK: TWO PRACTICES PER WEEK

  • Monday & Thursday, from 5 to 6.30 pm




FEE: $380 FOR SEASON; - SEASON PASS WITH WHITEHORSE CROSS COUNTRY SKI CLUB IS ALSO REQUIRED

Registration open until Apr 30, 2023
Registration is Closed

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