• Training 4-6 days/wk (including team & independent sessions)
• Year round training access
• Access to summer, fall and winter club/regional/provincial training camps
• Energy systems testing to determine heart rate zones and measure progress in fitness
• Strength program including Instruction in proper strength and weight lifting techniques
• Seasonal goals review and planning sessions (group and individual) with coach
• Standardized Yearly Training Plan (YTP) including tapering, peaking and weekly plans
• Training log w coach feedback
• Video analysis of technique

Competitions

This program has a training and racing focus. Athletes will be well supported as they prepare for the ski season and compete in local, Provincial and National level competitions that may include:

• Tips Up Cup
• SLNC Loppet
• Ok Cups
• BC Cups, BC Championships
• Western Canadian Championships
• NorAms
• Canadian Championships
• + other local events and loppets

Training camps:

• Contact Eric for details of local/regional camps [email protected]
• BC Talent Squad, Development Squad, Ski Team camps available to respective athletes

Testing:
2 SLNC summer/fall field tests for energy system fitness & strength will be offered

• Nutrition and Regeneration/recovery protocols
• Psychological techniques training (relaxation, activation, visualization, strategies, coping…)
• Technical video analysis off-season & on-snow (roller skiing, striding, skiing…)
• Online Team calendar and training session postings
• Pre-season program info/orientation meeting – mandatory for all athletes and parents.
• Year-round Coach support

Expectations of Athletes
This is a training and racing program. Athletes should have a desire to train year-round and to compete at provincial and national levels. A commitment to scheduled team training sessions in the summer and fall and to completing independent training at home and on snow is expected. Daily training logs (including resting heart rates, sleep hours, energy levels, etc) are introduced and used so that coaches can monitor training response and give appropriate training advice. Athletes are expected to be proactive in informing coaches of upcoming events & activities that may conflict with scheduled training.

Note: Athletes at the JD level are often involved in other organized sports in the summer, fall and occasionally winter. We encourage multi-sport involvement for enjoyment and to develop a full range of athletic abilities. Older JD athletes often have work and other responsibilities. The Head Coach will meet with athletes and parents pre-season to preview schedules, clarify goals & mutual expectations  to outline a plan that balances the individual needs of the athlete with the needs of running a cohesive club program. The Head Coach will be flexible in helping to determine the right balance and reserves the right to set minimum training and attendance requirements.

* SLNC membership and a current season’s pass is required for participants this program.

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