LEARN TO SKI
Learn the important fundamentals of cross country skiing (classic or skating technique) over four weekly 90 minute lessons. Our ‘Learn to Ski’ series is the perfect way to get maximum enjoyment through this fun winter sport.
Students in our group lesson must be at least 15 years old. If you are looking for lessons with your children please choose our Family lesson option or consider a local Jackrabbits program for your youngsters.
What type of skier are you?
- New skier: You have never skied before or have skied very few times.
- Beginner: You cannot ski without poles for balance and are uncomfortable on gentle slopes.
- Intermediate: You are comfortable on skis, able to balance and glide for a short distance without poles, and can stay in control on moderate descents.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
2018 – 2019 SKI SCHOOL PROGRAMS &SCHEDULE
Group Lessons are once per week for 4 weeks.
Lessons start in late Dec/early Jan with a 2nd session starting late Jan/early Feb.
Register early!
Maximum 16 registrants for Beginner & Intermediate lessons.
Maximum 12 registrants for New Skier lessons.
Once a lesson group is full you may choose another available option or email windsorpark@ccsam.ca to be placed on a waiting list.
15 years old or older only, please.
Younger than 15? Please consider a local Jackrabbit program or a Private/Semi-Private or Family Group option (see below).
Cost: $84.00 Includes trail fees & applicable tax
| Code | Day | Level | Time | Session 1 | Session 2 |
| LTS1 | Tuesdays | Beginner | 7:00 PM | Jan 8 – 29 | Feb 12 – Mar 5 |
| LTS2 | Tuesdays | Beginner 55+ | 1:00 PM | Jan 8 – 29 | Feb 12 – Mar 5 |
| LTS3 | Thursdays | Intermediate | 8:00 PM | Dec 20 – Jan 10 | Jan 24 – Feb 15 |
| LTS4 | Mondays | Intermediate | 1:00 PM | Jan 7 – 28 | Feb 11 – Mar 4 |
| LTS5 | Mondays | New Skier | 7:00 PM | Jan 7 – 28 | Feb 11 – Mar 4 |
| LTS6 | Saturdays | New Skier | 10:00 AM | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | n/a |
| LTS7 | Saturdays | Beginner | 4:00 PM | Dec 22 – Jan 12 | Jan 26 – Feb 16 |
| LTS8 | Sundays | Beginner | 10:30 AM | Jan 13 – Feb 3 | n/a |
| LTS9 | Sundays | New Skier | 4:00 PM | Jan 13 – Feb 3 | n/a |
SKATE SKIING
Learn the skate ski technique and you will wish winter lasted longer! Balance and gliding skills make this technique fast and fun. Lessons are once per week for 4 weeks. Lessons start in early January with a 2nd session starting early February.
15 years old or older only, please.
Cost: $84.00 Includes trail fees & applicable tax
| Code | Day | Level | Time | Session 1 | Session 2 |
| SK1 | Mondays | New to Skate Skiing | 7:30 PM | Jan 7 – 28 | Feb 11 – Mar 4 |
| SK2 | Fridays | Intermediate | 7:00 PM | Jan 4 – 25 | Feb 8 – Mar 1 |
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
What to wear?
Wondering what to wear during your lessons? Read this How To Dress For Cross Country Skiing
Equipment rental
Program fees includes trail passes but not rental equipment.
Rental price (skis,boots, poles, 2 hrs): $10 plus taxes.
Purchase a multi-rental punch card and save 20% (not to mention time at the counter).
We have a large selection of cross country ski rental equipment. Still, sizes are limited and rentals cannot be reserved.
If you need to rent equipment please arrive 20 minutes before your lessons so staff can assist you.
Equipment can also be rented from some local retailers.
PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS
Learn any level or technique from an instructor catering to your needs and times.
Prepay for your lesson by registering online (see Zone4 button above) and our staff will contact you to arrange a date/time for your private, semi-private or custom group lesson.
Private $45
Semi-Private (2 or 3 people) $35 per person
Custom Group (4-6 skiers) $20 per person
Family Group* $50
*Up to 2 adults and up to 4 children, 6 yrs and older.
Fees include trail fee and applicable tax. Rental equipment is extra.
IMPORTANT: Please allow 3-4 days to arrange an instructor. Please call 204-253-9236 or email windsorpark@ccsam.ca if you do not hear from us within 48 after registering online.
Once your lesson is booked we require 24 hours cancellation notice.
No refunds for “no shows”.
French speaking instructors are available for private & semi-private lessons upon request
Payment is due at time of registration. This includes private or semi-private lesson bookings. Extra fees will be charged for rentals (if applicable). Payment by cash, cheque, debit (on site only), Visa or MasterCard.
Refund Policy: Full refund with 48 hours+ notice before start of first lesson, 50% refund after start of first lesson. No refund after start of second lesson. Private, Semi-Private or Custom Group lesson fees will be refunded only if 24 hours notice is provided.
Cancellations: Lessons will be cancelled when air temp and/or windchill is -30ºC (or colder) at Winnipeg – The Forks, as reported by Environment Canada on their website weather.gc.ca & phone line 204-983-2050 at 9:00 AM for weekend lessons or 3:00 PM for weekday evening lessons. Windsor Park staff will email all registered students at this time. Cancelled lessons will be “made up” later in the current season, whenever possible, or next season, if necessary.
If you cannot attend your scheduled lesson, we require 24 hours notice, if you wish to attend a “make up” lesson. Without 24 hours notice, your missed lesson will be forfeit.