School & Youth Nordic Programs

Free Friday Kids Nordic Ski Program:
Fridays 1:00 – 2:30pm, January 9, 2026 thru February 27, 2026
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The Kids Nordic Ski Program offers ski instruction for beginners and more accomplished skiers ages 5-10, skiing games, winter nature activities, and ends with a Nordic Ski Festival and prizes for all. The program will be offered starting January 9 ending February 27, 2026. Please arrive 30-45 minutes prior to lessons to get equipment and trail pass which are provided for the duration of the lesson. Classic, skate and never-ever lessons are available with a maximum of 25-30 students total. Parents are encouraged to help and will received trail pass and equipment for the duration of the lesson if helping. Call or text Diana Lynn Rau at 970-887-0547 or email president@grandnordic.org for further information. Pre-registration is REQUIRED ONLINE. Online registration is usually available starting in November/December. Please only sign up for the dates you plan to attend.

NEW! Grand Nordic Gliders – Youth Cross Country Ski Team:
Sundays 1:00 – 2:30pm, January 4, 2026 thru March 8, 2026
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Calling all 3rd-5th graders! Bored with beginner classes? Join us for a winter of fun and fitness! Classic & skate skiing, trail games, snacks! No racing experience needed! Practices focus on classic and skate skiing techniques, games on skis, and adventures exploring groomed trails. No racing experience required—our emphasis is on skill-building, teamwork, and a love of winter sports.

Program Cost: $100 + optional season ski rental $35

Call or text Diana Lynn Rau at 970-887-0547 or email president@grandnordic.org for further information. Pre-registration is REQUIRED ONLINE. Online registration is usually available starting in November/December.

The Grand Lake Nordic Center Kids Ski Lesson Program: All Grand County kids can ski FREE on Fridays with rentals. Call the Nordic Center at 970-627-8008 for more information. Ages 16 and under, trail pass & rentals are free. Pre-registration is required by calling 970.627.8008. Please call to confirm the program details.

Fraser Valley Metro Rec District:

Join FVRD After School and enjoy some outdoor adventures! Students will learn cross country skiing techniques through a variety of games and exercises. Snack and equipment will be provided. Students MUST wear appropriate outdoor clothing including warm, waterproof coat, snow pants, hat, mittens or gloves, neck warmer and warm socks.

Dates: Tuesdays, March 3 – 31 (no class March 24)
Times: 3:45 – 5:00 PM
Ages: 7-12
Fee: $105 per session

Learn more at fraservalleyrec.org.

Winter Park Resort Comp Center Nordic Program

The Winter Park Competition Center offers Nordic ski programs, ranging from Intro/Ski for Fun, to Nordic Development and Competition, to Competitive Racing, Full-time Academy program and Summer Training.

Their Intro to Nordic program is perfect for children eager to learn the fundamentals of Nordic skiing in a fun and engaging environment. Designed to teach introductory cross-country skiing skills, this program uses games and short-distance skiing to make learning enjoyable. They’ll focus on classic skiing techniques during the initial sessions and introduce skate skiing as balance and agility improve. Our aim is to help young athletes develop proper technique while having a great time outdoors. This program is ideal for kids who want to embrace the joy of Nordic skiing while enjoying the great outdoors.

Their next level, Development Team, is a Learn to Ski program based on FUNdamentals, teaching introductory cross country skiing skills and games while immersed in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere. Their goal is to help athletes develop the proper technique at a young age.

Their Competitive Development Team guides participants into the Learn-to-Train stage of cross country skiing. At this level, the coaches help athletes develop an understanding of basic rules, tactics, strategies, and refinement of sport-specific skills.

Their Nordic Competitive Race Team is designed for athletes in the Winter Park area or on the Front Range, who are interested in getting better at cross country skiing, having fun, and attending Nordic events and races. This is a Train-to-Compete program based on fun, teamwork, and competition. Athletes will continue to focus on fundamentals and will be introduced to athletic training plans, goal setting, and regional competition.

The WPCC year-round, Full-time Academy program is designed for middle school, high school, and post-graduate athletes dedicated to developing their Nordic skiing skills to their highest potential within a supportive team environment. The team will train regularly from October to April. During the summer months, athletes will have the opportunity to attend numerous on and off-snow camps and have access to dryland training.

Click here for details on the WP Comp Center Nordic Program at Winter Park Resort >>

Grand Nordic Scholarships

Grand Nordic recognizes that many families cannot afford the new programs that have been recently made available to our youth for the opportunity to either learn to Nordic Ski or to hone their Nordic skills for more advanced competition.

Grand Nordic Ski Club offers scholarship money to Grand County youth in high school or below to help offset the costs of learning and competing in Nordic skiing.