Club Instructors

Want to become a CANSI instructor and teach with us?

CANSI certification course information is here. Note that registration is now open for CANSI Level 1 course at Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre from Dec 5 - 7, 2026. Passing this course is not easy! It is expected that you ski at a good demonstration level. Thus, it is advisable to either take the preparation course or at least ask to be evaluated by our CANSI Level 3 instructor before you apply. Reach out to our program coordinator to make arrangements for an assessment if you plan on teaching for our club. Email: programcoordinator@goldennordicclub.ca

Meet your club instructors

Annette Boelman

CANSI Level 3 Instructor, NCCP L2T (learn-to-Train) Coach

Annette has been cross-country skiing for a long time and has been teaching cross-country skiing since 1991 when she got her CANSI Level 1. She has taught in Edmonton, at the Canmore Nordic Centre, even in Australia, and off and on now for 22 years here with the Golden Nordic Ski Club. She is committed to making cross-country skiing fun and challenging for all! Whether it's learning the basics or mastering a technique, she will cheer you on and pass along all of her tips and tricks!

Nils Asfeldt

NCCP L2T (Learn-to-Train) Coach

Nils grew up in the cross-country skiing racing scene and started coaching Jackrabbits in Athabasca, AB at 16. With his father as head coach of the community club and racing team, Nils learned to ski early on and has continued in the sport ever since. From 2014 to 2019, he raced for the University of Alberta Augustana Vikings on the Canadian College & University Nordic Championship circuit and began coaching and waxing for the junior race team in Camrose, AB at provincial races. Nils has been with Golden Nordic for many seasons. He is excited to share his expertise with you and get out training!

Lori Meyers

CANSI Level 1 Instructor, NCCP coach

Lori has taught private lessons and school programs for Golden Nordic with enthusiasm and professionalism for the last few years.   She has a passion for teaching and seeing others succeed in their efforts.  She likes to add elements of fun and discovery in her lessons and create a positive experience.  She has and continues to coach in the East when she is there for Nakkertok and Chelsea Masters. Her coaching lense comes from years of participating and coaching many sports,  alpine skiing, to paddling and swimming. She has qualifications in yoga and pilates and natural movement. 

She loves to be outdoors in nature as much as possible. 

Lori also teaches the weekly yoga sessions at Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre that are tailored to skiers and focus on mobility, strength, and balance.