For kids born 2013-19. This nationally supported program promotes the fundamental development of ski skills in a fun-filled environment. The objective is for children to learn basic cross-country ski skills – both classic (first) and skating, and to foster a lifelong interest in the sport, thereby enhancing their quality of life and health. Many special event nights are included throughout the program. Parents can choose from a number of volunteer opportunities to help the program run smoothly.

The program runs on Tuesday evenings from December to March 2025.

BUNNIES: For kids born in 2020, there’s an option to come out and ski with a parent together with other kids their age. It’s not an official coached program, but we arrange a meeting point and access to games and equipment.

BIATHLON ADD-ON: It is possible to add a Biathlon Polar Bears registration to your Jackrabbit program. This is for kids born in 2014 and 2015.
DATES:
BLOCK 1: Jan 10th – Jan 31st
BLOCK 2: Feb 7th – Feb 28th
TIMES: Fridays 4:45pm to 6:00pm at the Canmore Nordic Centre
COST: $105 per block (4 sessions)
LIMITED SPACE: 15 athletes per block.

We are using Eco Aim rifles, these are laser rifles with great accuracy, read more at https://www.ecoaims.com. This is a great way for kids to try out biathlon.

HARES PROGRAM: Want to learn how to cross-country ski too? This program is aimed at Jackrabbit parents who are new to the sport, or who may have done just a little skiing. This course will teach you the fundamentals of skiing and give you the skills to enjoy yourself on the easier trails, so you can get out for a ski with your Jackrabbit! Same dates and times as Jackrabbits sessions.

INTERESTED IN A THURSDAY PROGRAM? We’re looking at the viability of adding an extra night of Jackrabbits this winter, depending on interest level and finding coaches. If you can’t make Tuesdays OR if Thursday is a better option OR if your Jackrabbit is keen for as much skiing as they can get – please fill out the form here to register your interest: JACKRABBIT THURSDAYS. If you sign up for Tuesdays and want to switch over if Thursdays run, we’ll be able to arrange that for you. Note the Thursday sessions would be 5 – 6.30pm, the same time as Track Attack – but we’ll need coaches! Would you be interested in coaching? We provide training, and it’s incredibly fun and rewarding.

NEED GEAR? Trail Sports is offering rental package deals for participants in Jackrabbits and Hares. These MUST be organized a week before the program starts.

WANT TO TRY JACKRABBITS?
Interested in Jackrabbits? Want to see whether your kid enjoys cross-country skiing first? Come to our Try Jackrabbits night – Free gear rental and hot chocolate included!
WHEN: November 26th, 2024. 5:30pm to 6:30pm
WHO IS IT FOR: For 5-10 year olds who are interested in cross-country skiing but haven’t done the Jackrabbits program before.
REGISTER HERE: https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=37008