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Cross Country Ski Lessons - Waitlist is Full!

NOTE: The  XC Ski lesson  WAITLIST is FULL.  You may still inquire, and the more information you provide about whether you are after classic or skate lessons, your location, and days and times that can work for you, the more  it will help me to accommodate you. It's a good problem to have, and, I know I can't get to you all!


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 losing 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!


Covid Safety Details

Great trail for Classic Cross Country Ski Lessons and Skate Ski Lessons!

Great trail for Classic Cross Country Ski Lessons and Skate Ski Lessons!

Cross Country Ski Lesson Options

Cross Country Ski trail, great for Cross Country Ski lessons!

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: $80   

2 People: $65 Each    

3-6 People: $55 Each


Receive a discount for follow-up lessons within the same season!


*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: $80   

2 People: $65 Each    

3-6 People: $55 Each


Receive a discount for follow-up lessons within the same season!


*Learn using your own equipment, or contact me for area rental referrals.

Cross Country Ski Lessons sometimes encounter frost flowers!

Cross Country Ski Lessons sometimes encounter frost flowers!

Take your Cross Country Ski Lesson near your winter cabin!

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: $65 

2 People: $55 Each    

3-6 People: $50 Each


*Learn using your own equipment, or contact me for area rental referrals.

Winter Cabin Sessions!!

A Cross Country Ski cabin nestled in a deeply snowy woods.

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!


More about Cabin Sessions 

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

Your Cross Country Ski Lesson Instructor, Natalie Griffith

Covid Safety

Woman wearing a buff over mouth and nose as a face covering, with sun glasses and ear band.

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. 
  • If you desire, I will wear a face covering throughout the session 


Face covering  = Manufactured or home-made masks, bandana, buff, etc.

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