Track Attack: U10 & U12 age groups (9-11)

 

About: Track Attack is where young skiers build confidence, friendships, and a lifelong love of Nordic skiing. Designed for children ages 9-11, this fun and engaging program combines skill development with adventure through games, challenges, team activities, and exploration on snow.

Athletes continue to develop both classic and skate technique while trying exciting activities such as biathlon, orienteering, bushcraft, relays, obstacle courses, and age-appropriate competition. Every session is designed to keep kids active, motivated, and smiling while learning new skills.

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Our experienced coaching team creates a supportive environment where every skier can succeed, whether their goal is simply to enjoy skiing with friends or to discover a passion for competition. Participation in races is encouraged but always optional.

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Track Attack follows the Learning to Train stage of the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model, helping young athletes develop movement skills, confidence, teamwork, and resilience that extend well beyond the ski trails.

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Most participants graduate from our Jackrabbits program, but motivated new skiers are always welcome.

 

Dryland: We will be meeting twice per week to play team-building games, try out roller skiing, and to do some local hikes. The emphasis of this part of the season is on being active and getting to know each other. 

 

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When we meet: Choose one or two sessions each week

• Tuesdays: 5:00–6:30 pm

• Thursdays: 5:00–6:30 pm

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Dryland: September 15th until late November

On Snow: Late November to March 11th (no practices Dec. 19th–31st)

 

Cost: 

• Program Cost: $400

• Ski Rentals: $200 (classic and skate equipment)
  *Note: KNC membership not included with program registration

• Additional gear required: Ski ties, ski wax, ski bag 

• Additional costs may include travel costs, waxing fees, and race entry fees 

• Need help paying? Apply for a grant through KidSport Canada​, Athletics 4 Kids,
  or Jumpstart

 

What’s Included: 

• Kootenay Region Fall Dryland Camp (October 2nd-4th, 2026)

• Two Intro to Biathlon Sessions (Dates TBD)

• Two Intro to Orienteering Sessions (Dates TBD) 

• Kimberley Kootenay Cup (February 6th-7th, 2027)

 

Registration: August 22nd, 2026 at 10:00am until September 8th, 2026 at 10:00pm

 

Parent Expectations:

• Fundraising is a requirement of the program

• Parents are expected to be involved with some maintenance of skis and help in other ways associated with the program

• Parents are also encouraged to ski with their kids on their own time at KNC or other trails around Kimberley

 

Additional Information:

• KNC membership card must be shown to Welcome Centre attendants when entering the Nordic Club

• Always bring both pairs of skis and poles, snow can dictate the technique of the day regardless of what is scheduled for the day

• Kids should be on their skis and ready to go at scheduled times. In order to do this, kids need to arrive 15 minutes before start time

• All coaches are volunteers. All monies generated from registration, rentals and fundraising are used directly for this program

• All Track Attack participants and parents must sign the Code of Conduct before the start of the program

• Cold weather cancellation is -20 C and below

 

Want to know more? Contact  programs@kimberleynordic.org