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Youth Cross-Country Ski Programs

Bunnyrabbits (Ages 4–5)

Duration: 10 weeks, 1 hr/session
Cost: $60 + $21 CCBC/Nordiq + $12 program fee + taxes
Schedule: Wed 4–5pm / Sat 10–11am
Parent Involvement: Required
Classic skiing (no poles). Equipment rentals available.
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Activities include balls, hoops, small hills, and adventure trails.

Focus on balance, agility, rhythm, and outdoor awareness.

Cold weather policy: Programs may be cancelled below −12°C to −15°C.

Maximum 8 children per coach. Waitlist available.

Jackrabbits (Ages 6–9)

Duration: 12 weeks, 1.5 hr/session
Cost: $120 + $21 CCBC/Nordiq + $12 program fee + taxes
Schedule: Wed 4–5:30pm / Sat 10–11:30am
Parent Involvement: 1 parent per session
4 skill levels based on age & ability. Beginners welcome.
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Focus on agility, balance, coordination, technique, and fun games.

Cold weather policy: Programs may be cancelled below −15°C.

Maximum 8 participants per coach. Waitlist available.

Nordic Cruisers (Ages 10–14)

Duration: 12 weeks, 1.5 hr/session
Cost: $120 + $21 CCBC/Nordiq + $12 program fee + taxes
Focus: Ski skills, outdoor adventure, fitness
Parent support optional. Maximum 8 participants per coach.
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Includes games, skill development, and trail exploration appropriate for age and ability.

Cold weather policy applies. Waitlist available if full.

Youth Biathlon (Ages 8+)

Focus: Cross-country skiing + target shooting
Electronic rifles, safe and quiet. Some skiing experience recommended.

Ski to School (Ages 4+)

Focus: Learn the basics of cross-country skiing while building fitness and enjoying the outdoors
School groups in the Golden area bring classes to Dawn Mountain. Teachers contact the program coordinator to book sessions.

Special Olympics

Focus: Ski instruction for athletes with developmental disabilities
Interested athletes or coaches can contact golden@specialolympics.bc.ca