Track Attack
The BV Nordic Track Attack program is directed at children in the “Learning to Train” stage of athlete development with a big emphasis on FUN! 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 long ski excursions to fun night skis and racing. Please contact nsdp@bvnordic.ca if you are unsure of which training group would be most appropriate for your athlete.
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Current Season Program Schedule
Track Attack 1 (ages 8-10)
Track Attack 1 is targeted at 8 & 9 year olds. 7, 10 and 11 year olds are also welcome if the ability level and social connections line up well. This program is fun focused but will introduce the building blocks for high performance nordic skiing. This group will train two days a week in the winter.
Fall and Winter Program ( September to March )
Fall dryland sessions are twice a week, Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings until the snow flies. Activities include running, hiking and an introduction to roller skiing (club provide roller skis). The schedule remains twice a week, Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings during the snow season.
Summer Dryland Program ( May - August )
Sessions run on a monthly basis, one weekend per month. Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. Activities include running, hiking and an introduction to roller skiing (club provide roller skis).
Track Attack 2 (ages 11-12)
Track Attack 2 is targeted at 10 & 11 year olds. 12 year olds are also welcome if the ability level and social connections line up well. This group is slightly more focused on age appropriate high performance and will train three days a week in the winter.
Fall and Winter Program ( September to March )
Fall dryland sessions are 2x a week, until the snow flies. Activities include running, hiking and an introduction to roller skiing (club provide roller skis). On-snow schedule transitions to 3x a week.
Summer Dryland Program ( May - August )
Sessions run on a monthly basis, one weekend per month. Activities include running, hiking and an introduction to roller skiing (club provide roller skis).
Track Attack Camps
There are two opportunities each year for track attack athletes to participate in camps.
- Snow Camp - (early December) technique sessions, talent show, team building
- Summer Dryland Camp - (May or June) weekend of hiking, roller skiing, orienteering, team building
Racing
Each year there are fun opportunities for athletes to race with coach and wax support. Racing is highly recommended but not required.
Races that would be appropriate for a Track Attack athlete:
- Bulkley Valley Nordic's "home" races and the local Wetzin’’kwa Loppet
- 2 or 3 regional Northern Cup races that BV Nordic is attending (usually Prince George, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof)
- BC Track Attack Championships
- BC Championships
See the ADP Racing page for more information.
Gear required
Athletes need skate and classic equipment. We strongly suggest waxable (non fishscale) Classic Skis. Links below on sizing.
Fischer Sports Cross Country Skis For Kids, Finding The Right Length
CCBC Ski Equipment and Preparation
Volunteer Requirement
See the ADP Parents page for fundraising and volunteer expectations for the Track Attack program.
