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GDST Nordic Programs

 

Early Season Dryland Training

  • Eligibility: Open to all Junior Skiers. Interested athletes should contact the coaching staff at GDSTNordic@gmail.com 
  • Schedule: Usually starts in November and goes until there is skiable snow. Practice is Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bill Roberts Golf Course from 4 pm until 5:30 pm.
  • Program Fee: FREE

 

Nordic Race Team

  • Target Age Group: 5th -12th graders, Nordic ski experience preferred
  • Eligibility: Athletes must become U.S. Ski and Snowboard (USSA) Members
  • Schedule: practice is 3 days per week at the Bill Roberts Golf Course ski school or MacDonald Pass, 4pm to 6pm
  • Season: December 1 through March 15
  • Details: Athletes will need both skate and classic skis
  • Competitions: We train for competition in the Montana Nordic Cup and USSA Junior National Qualifier (JNQ) races
  • Program Fee: $350

 

Introduction to Skate Skiing (Junior)

  • Two programs offered: 2-Day or 3-Day per week programs
  • Target Age Group: 5th -12th graders
  • Eligibility: No experience necessary! Athletes must become U.S. Ski and Snowboard (USSA) Members
  • Schedule: practice is either 2 or 3 days per week (depending on program) at the Bill Roberts Golf Course ski school or MacDonald Pass, 4pm to 6pm
  • Season: January until early March.
  • Competitions: Opportunity to compete at local MT Nordic Cup races (optional). https://runsignup.com/Series/montananordiccup
  • Program Fee: $200 for 2-Day, $300 for 3-Day

 

Introduction to Skate Skiing (Adult)

  • Eligibility: Any adult wishing to learn to skate ski. No experience necessary!
  • Schedule: Classes begin in January
  • Details: Two 2-hour lessons. Groups are limited to 5 skiers per session.
  • Lessons offered at various dates and times depending on interest and snow at the Bill Roberts Golf Course
  • Program Fee: $150
  • Interested? Please complete this form.

 

General Information

  • Athletes and participants are expected to provide their own equipment (Nordic skis, boots, poles).
  • Equipment:
    • Purchase, or rental is available through The Base Camp  Nordic ski program.
    • Equipment (new and used) is available by mail order from Pioneer Midwest.
    • Coaches can assist in equipment selection.
  • All athletes and their families are encouraged to support and become members of the Last Chance Nordic Ski Club. Without their tireless grooming we could not ski and have a team. Please visit and become a member!
  • Coaching by USSA certified professionals. All GDNST coaches and volunteers undergo background checks and Safesport training for your safety and peace of mind.
  • The Head Coach is USSA L-200 certified, and two coaches are completing their L-100 certifications.

 

Questions? Contact us at GDSTNordic@gmail.com 

 

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