Programs
Although the main goal of each of Big Thunder’s programs is to teach proper Nordic skiing techniques (making classic and/or skate skiing easier and more enjoyable to all our members), we hope to do more than just that. We also want our programs to help build lasting friendships among participants, coaches and families. We hope every skier learns to appreciate everything winter has to offer, and that they discover the true beauty of the sport they can enjoy for a lifetime.
Kamview Jackrabbit/Junior Racer Bridging Program
Location: Participants can expect to train at Kamview Nordic Center for dry-land and on-snow sessions.
NOTE: All participants must first register for their Kamview Jackrabbit program (Level 4 or Track Attack).
Registration: On ZONE 4. For more information contact Big Thunder Head Coach Adam Kates: adamckates@gmail.com
Junior Racers - LTAD Level Learning to Train (L2T) and Training to Train -1 (T2T-1)
Development Team - LTAD Level Training to Train -2 (T2T-2)
Racing Team - LTAD Level Training to Train -2 (T2T-2), Learning to Compete 1 & 2 (L2C-1, L2C-2), Training to Compete (T2C), Training to Win (T2W)
Post-Secondary Non Student - LTAD Level Active for Life -
Masters On-Snow - LTAD Level Active for Life
“Steps and Strides” to the Sleeping Giant Loppet is an 8 week clinic designed specifically for less experienced or beginner adult skiers who want to improve their fitness and technique with the goal of skiing one of the Loppet events. Sessions will be held at Kamview on Sunday afternoons from 1-3 pm, starting in January. A crew of enthusiastic coaches will be on hand offering instruction in both skate and classic techniques. Registration for this program is available www.zone4.ca Please note that trail fees are not included in the program cost.
Kamview Jackrabbit/Junior Racer Bridging Program
- Open to Kamview Jackrabbit skiers concurrently registered in Level 4 or Track Attack.
- Designed for enthusiastic KV jackrabbit skiers who are thinking about skiing more often and including additional dryland training in their season. Includes an introduction to roller skiing, skill development, technique and training activities in a fun and motivating atmosphere.
- One session per week on Tuesday evenings (in addition to other Jackrabbit sessions on Saturday and Thursday), running early October through to March.
Location: Participants can expect to train at Kamview Nordic Center for dry-land and on-snow sessions.
NOTE: All participants must first register for their Kamview Jackrabbit program (Level 4 or Track Attack).
Registration: On ZONE 4. For more information contact Big Thunder Head Coach Adam Kates: adamckates@gmail.com
Junior Racers - LTAD Level Learning to Train (L2T) and Training to Train -1 (T2T-1)
- Designed for younger athletes who are keen to make the jump to a more focused program
- Skill development, technique and training initiatives congruent with the L2T component of the LTAD exposes young, enthusiastic skiers to high performance skiing in a fun and motivating atmosphere
- 3 Sessions / Week - Sept to March
- Pee Wee (Ages 9-11) and Midget (Ages 12-14)
- Racing Opportunities focus on local race series with some opportunity for travel to out of town events (Ontario Midget Championships, Ontario Cup race series).
- Participants can expect to train at both Kamview Nordic Centre and Lappe Nordic Centre for on-snow sessions. Dry-land sessions may be held at a number of locations throughout the area including Kamview and Centennial Park. Participants will receivea weekly training plan that will indicate the location of training.
Development Team - LTAD Level Training to Train -2 (T2T-2)
- Intended for athletes who are only looking to attend scheduled practice sessions with no additional coaching requirements and may not follow a year-round training program
- Ideal for athletes using the program for cross-training, who are beginning to explore competitive skiing, or who are primarily focused on skill and technique development
- Access to team training camps (2x summer, 1x fall)
- 3 Sessions / Week - Sept to March
- Juvenile and older: B: (14)-15 +, G: (13)-14-15 +
- Racing Opportunities focus on local race series. While program participants are welcome to travel with the team, members of the Junior Development Team typically do not attend all of the races on the schedule
- Participants can expect to train at both Kamview Nordic Centre and Lappe Nordic Centre for on-snow sessions. Dry-land sessions may be held at a number of locations throughout the area including Kamview and Centennial Park. Participants will receive a weekly training plan that will indicate the location of training.
Racing Team - LTAD Level Training to Train -2 (T2T-2), Learning to Compete 1 & 2 (L2C-1, L2C-2), Training to Compete (T2C), Training to Win (T2W)
- For athletes whose primary athletic focus is Nordic ski racing
- Year-round training program
- Includes additional training, meetings, consultations and planning opportunities with the head coach
- Access to team training camps (2x summer, 1x fall)
- 3 Sessions / Week - June to May (year-round)
- Juvenile Boy (14)-15, Juvenile Girl: (13)-14-15, Junior Boy 16-17, Junior Girl (15)-16-17, Junior Male (17)-18-19, Junior Female (17)-18-19, Senior U23 Male 20-21-22, Senior U23 Female 20-21-22, Senior Male/Female23+
- Participants can expect to train at both Kamview Nordic Centre and Lappe Nordic Centre for on-snow sessions. Dry-land sessions may be held at a number of locations throughout the area including Kamview and Centennial Park. Participants will receivea weekly training plan that will indicate the location of training
- Intended for athletes planning to race the full Competitive circuit (Ontario Cups) as well as National Championships
Post-Secondary Non Student - LTAD Level Active for Life -
- Up to 3 sessions a week, which will take place in a variety of locations throughout the area.
- For senior athletes (aged 24+) who are past a competitive skiing career but are still interested year-round, Nordic ski training
- Up to 3 training sessions / week - June to May (year-round). Note: individual consultation, meeting, or planning with the Head Coach is excluded.
- Access to team training camps and training sessions that coincide with the Racing Team
- Participants can expect to train at both Kamview Nordic Centre and Lappe Nordic Centre for on-snow sessions. Dry-land sessions may be held at a number of locations throughout the area including Kamview and Centennial Park. Participants will receive a weekly training plan that will indicate the location of training.
- Note: Registration is subject to Head Coach approval.
Masters On-Snow - LTAD Level Active for Life
- 2 sessions a week, both of which take place at Kamview Nordic Ski Centre.
- This program is geared towards skiers who are looking to become faster, stronger and more efficient in both classic and skate-skiing techniques. Skate-Only sessions are available.
- Sunday morning sessions will run from 10:00 am - 12 pm.
- Thursday evening sessions will run from 6-8 pm.
- Participation in the local race circuit and Sleeping Giant Loppet are encouraged, but race participation is optional.
- For more information contact Masters Coordinator Kevin Schlyter at btnordicmasters@gmail.com
“Steps and Strides” to the Sleeping Giant Loppet is an 8 week clinic designed specifically for less experienced or beginner adult skiers who want to improve their fitness and technique with the goal of skiing one of the Loppet events. Sessions will be held at Kamview on Sunday afternoons from 1-3 pm, starting in January. A crew of enthusiastic coaches will be on hand offering instruction in both skate and classic techniques. Registration for this program is available www.zone4.ca Please note that trail fees are not included in the program cost.
- For more information contact Deanne Lee at dmlee@tbaytel.net