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Jackrabbits and Junior Racers at Nelson Nordic

Youth Programs

Fall fitness. Winter adventures. Lifelong friendships.

Nelson Nordic Ski Club offers FUN programs for children aged 4-18. We strive to provide high quality programming that work on your child’s FUNdamental skills.

We have programs for both competitive and recreational skiers to provide a well-rounded sport for life program following the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model.

The Nelson Nordic Ski Club has adopted the Safe Sport Policy for its programs and facilities. We are committed to ensure that all sport participants can participate and flourish at our club free from harassment, abuse, discrimination, and other forms of maltreatment. If you have any questions or comments around this policy, feel free to reach out to: [email protected]. Our ski club thrives because families pitch in! Every parent/guardian helps in some way.

Ages 4-18

All session at Apex Lodge, grouped by level, dates TBD

Tuesdays4:30-6pm

Track Attack & Juniors Racers

Tuesdays
Thursdays4:30-6pm

Jackrabbits Level 3-4 (optional for level 3)

Thursdays4:30-6pm

Track Attack & Juniors Racers

Sundays10-11:30 (arrive by 9:45)

All Programs

Youth Programs - By Age

Ages 4-5

Bunnies

Playful introduction to skiing & active fun.

Focus: balance & basic skills.
Parent/Guardian supported.

$10 per session

$100 Early Bird / $110 Regular

Ages 6-9

Jackrabbits

Learn through fun & games in 4 progressive levels.

Silly warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun group skis

Achievement booklet for every skier

Special events: Ski Orienteering & Racing Rocks Jamboree

(Thursdays are an optional practice for Jackrabbits level 3)

LEVEL 1-2: $110/$116 - 10 sessions
LEVEL 3-4: $158/$168 - 20 sessions

Ages 9-12

Track Attack

Adventures + racing basics = confidence & fun!

Fall dryland: roller skiing, hikes, team games

Winter: 3 practices per week (Tue, Thu, Sun)

Opportunities to race locally & provincially

Dryland only: $75
On-Snow only: $375
Combined: $410

Ages 12-18

Race Team

Targeted at kids who wish to continue their competitive development beyond Track Attack, and is also open to those who just love training hard, skiing fast, and race.

Athletes on the Junior Racing team will be provided with an individualized training plan from the club’s head coach to take their training to the next level!

Fall dryland: roller skiing, hikes, team games

Winter: 3 practices per week (Tue, Thu, Sun)

Opportunities to race locally & provincially

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Program Fees at a glance (2025/26)

2026/27 to be announced

Category (Age as of Dec 31, 2026)

Early Bird

Regular

Sessions*

Bunnies (4/5)

$100

$110

10 (Jan-May

Jackrabbits (6/7)(L1–2)

$110

$116

10 (Jan-May

Jackrabbits (8/9) (L3–4) On Snow

$158

$168

20 (Jan-Mar)

Level 4 Dryland only

$75

$75

Sept–Dec 1x week

Track Attack (9/12) Dryland only

$75

$75

Sept–Dec 2x week

Track Attack (9/12) On-Snow only

$375

$375

Sept-Dec 2x week

Track Attack (9/12) Combined

$410

$410

Sept–May

Junior Racers (13/18) Dryland only

$100

$100

Sept-May 2x week

Junior Racers (13/18) On-Snow only

$450

$450

Dec-May 3x week

Junior Racers (13/18) Combined

$500

$500

Sept–May

(*Sessions are snow & weather dependent)

We want every child to ski! Families can apply for support:
KidSport BC – confidential grants up to $500/year

Register for 2026/27 Youth Programs

Questions? Email us at: [email protected]