Don't delay! Earliest availability mid-July !
Cross Country Ski Lessons
The Twin Cities have literally 100s of miles of trails within a 60-mile radius. We can be on a trail within ½ an hour of almost anywhere in Minneapolis or St Paul!
I'll work with you and the weather to find the time and place that work for you. No need to worry about fitting into a group lesson schedule, or loosing out due to the high demand this season.
Make the most out of this winter - let me help you get "on track" to becoming a proficient cross-country skier and look forward to that next snow fall!
I offer the following ready-to-go learning formats. Once we’ve connected, we’ll talk together to understand your specific goals, and we’ll design a custom course, just for you!
Great trail for Classic Cross Country Ski Lessons and Skate Ski Lessons!
Cross Country Ski Lesson Options
Introduction to Classic Cross-Country Skiing
90 Minute Session
If you are brand new to cross-country skiing, this is the place to start! This session will provide you with the skills and confidence to get out on your own on flat to moderate terrain.
Your session will include:
· Equipment* –Learn proper fit and how to adjust your equipment to you.
· Clothing – How to plan and manage your clothing for optimal comfort.
· Proper diagonal stride so that you can glide with less effort.
· Poling technique.
· Stopping and Turning.
· Handling up and down hills.
· How to fall, and getting back up!
Cost
Private: $75
2 People: $60 Each
3-6 People: $50 Each
*Learn using your own equipment, or contact me for area rental referrals.
Introduction to Skate-Skiing
90 Minute Session
If you are feeling pretty solid with your classic style, and ready to “fly”, Skate Skiing will step you up into high gear! Classic experience is recommended, but, you can start with Skate if you like! Note: Requires a fair degree of stamina and dynamic balance.
Your session will include:
· Equipment* – Learn about proper fit and adjusting your equipment to you.
· Essential techniques to get you moving.
· Body dynamics for efficiency – ski smarter, not harder!
· Adjusting to terrain.
Cost
Private: $75
2 People: $60 Each
3-6 People: $50 Each
*Learn using your own equipment, or contact me for area rental referrals.
Cross Country Ski Lessons sometimes encounter frost flowers!
Cross-Country Ski Lesson Package
90 -Minute introduction, plus two, 1-hour sessions
Start with a 90 minute introduction. Practice what you’ve learned , then schedule subsequent lessons to focus on whatever you desire.
Cost
Private: $180
2 People: $160 Each
3 People: $130 Each
4-6 People: $110 Each
*Learn using your own equipment, or contact me for area rental referrals.
Guided Coaching and other Custom Sessions:
For those who would like focused critique and support. I can work with you to focus on whatever you need!
Cost
Private: $55/hour
2 People: $50 each per hour
3 People: $45 each per hour
4-6 People: $30 each per hour
*Learn using your own equipment, or contact me for area rental referrals.
A great option for your friends or family planning some cabin time in greater Minnesota or Wisconsin.
I’ll meet you at your location for your own private XC Ski class!
Review the offerings above and contact me to discuss your interest – we’ll work out a custom option just for you!
Qualifications
Your Instructor: Natalie Griffith
I’ve been an avid XC skier since I was a kid, skiing right out the back door along the woods and rivers of Lake Superior’s north shore. I started old-school, with traditional style skis requiring waxing according to the conditions. I caught the skate-skiing bug in the early 90’s just as it was starting to take off.
I enjoy both styles of XC; I choose the style of the day based on weather and snow conditions. Having a goal really keeps me “on track” with getting out there regularly. I typically choose one or two citizen races to participate in. My goals in racing are to keep fit, improve my form, meet good people, and have fun!
· PSIA -ASSI Certified Nordic Level 1
· Citizen Racer – Efficiency and fun over speed and competition
· Cross-Country ski enthusiast since 1979!
Your Cross Country Ski Lesson Instructor, Natalie Griffith
Covid Safety
Cross Country Skiing is naturally suited to social distancing!
For your safety and mine:
- We’ll meet outdoors, and refrain from shaking hands.
- We'll establish ground rules for your comfort and safety.
- Participants will handle only their own equipment throughout the session.
Masks/Face coverings
- Please have a face covering available to wear at times where we need to speak together closely.
- Most of the time, you will not need to wear a face covering unless you desire.
- I will wear a face covering throughout the session if you desire.
Face covering = Manufactured or home-made masks, bandana, buff, etc.