Adult / Masters
“Masters” is an adult age category, not a descriptor of skills!
Bulkley Valley Nordic offers:
- Masters Performance: (intermediate/advanced) for those who are looking for group ski workouts, to work towards competitive goals such as local races and Loppets, as well as improve their ski technique
- Adult Group Ski Lessons: (all skill levels) for those who wish to learn ski technique with less commitment than Masters Performance, typically Wednesday nights.
- Masters Biathlon: (all skill levels) coached introduction to the shooting aspects of the sport.
Masters Performance
The Masters Performance program is focused on skiers who wish to train hard towards their performance goals – whether that is completing loppets, racing in Northern BC regional races or simply improving their fitness. It is geared towards athletes that have ski experience with all ski techniques (both classic and skate) but would like to continue to refine their technique as well as push themselves to do workouts on the ski trail as a group.
Programming and practices are lead by BV Nordic Head Coach, Andrea Stapff.
Masters athletes can work towards racing locally (Tuesday Timetrials, Northern Cup race weekend in Smithers, Wetzin'kwa Loppet) or travel to other races that BV Nordic is attending (Prince George, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof).
Other features of the programming:
- Wax clinic
- Technique Video Feedback
- Recommended Weekly Training Plan based on your race goals
- Access to Team Clothing purchase
- BV Nordic wax support at approved races
The Masters Performance practices follow the club's -20C cold weather cancellation guidelines.
There are two Masters Performance options:
1. Masters Performance (on-snow practice 2x per week)
Program capped at 18 registrants. Once the program is full, email: andrea.stapff@bvnordic.ca to inquire about the waitlist.
1. Fall Dryland - 1 practice per week: Wednesday 9:30am-11am or Thursday 6pm-7:30pm
Starting in October, dryland is roughly 4-5 weeks. Technique, mobility and strength focused workouts to prepare for getting on snow. All dryland sessions will be at the BV Nordic Centre, Wax Cabin/Strength Room. The transition from Dryland to On-Snow isn't 100% predictable but hope to switch to our "On Snow" schedule the last week in November.
2. On Snow - 2 practices per week: Tuesday 6pm-7:30pm and Thursday 6pm-7:30pm *occasional Tuesdays will have a timetrial (fun race) for athletes from all ADP programs (youth and Masters). The goal is to have an even split between skate practices and classic practices throughout the on snow season.
2. Masters Performance Lite (on-snow practice 1x per week)
Program capped at 18 registrants. Once the program is full, email: andrea.stapff@bvnordic.ca to inquire about the waitlist.
1. Fall Dryland - 1 practice per week: Wednesday 9:30am-11am or Thursday 6pm-7:30pm
Technique, mobility and strength focused workouts to prepare for getting on snow. All dryland sessions will be at the BV Nordic Centre, Wax Cabin/Strength Room. The transition from Dryland to On Snow isn't 100% predictable but we'd hope to switch to our "On Snow" schedule the last week in November.
2. On Snow - 1 practice per week: Wednesday 9:30am-11:30am. The goal will be to have an even split between skate practices and classic practices throughout the on snow season.
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Current Season Program Schedule
Adult Drop-in Group Ski Lessons
Sessions are for adults of any skill level and include coaching sessions for classic and skate technique. First time skiers can learn the basics while intermediate and advanced participants receive technique tips and coaching to keep improving.
Attend one session or attend them all! Just show up, advanced registration is not required. Cost is $10 cash per session. A valid trail pass is required for participation.
Lessons are on Wednesdays at 7:00pm, January-Februray.
Masters Biathlon
A coached biathlon program, visit BV Nordic Biathlon for more details.
Private Lessons
Local CANSI Instructors (Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors) can provide private lessons. Please contact nsdp@bvnordic.ca for a list of local CANSI instructors.
