BV Nordic Centre

Adult / Masters

“Masters” is an adult age category, not a descriptor of skills! 

This season there will be 3 options adults at Bulkley Valley Nordic:

  • Masters Performance: (intermediate/advanced) for those who are looking for group ski workouts, to work towards competitive goals such as local races and Loppets, as well as improve their ski technique
  • Masters Group Ski Lessons: (all skill levels) for those who wish to learn ski technique with less commitment than Masters Performance, typically Wednesday nights.
  • Masters Biathlon: (all skill levels) coached introduction to the shooting aspects of the sport. 

 

Masters Performance

The Masters Performance program is focused on skiers who wish to train hard towards their performance goals – whether that is completing loppets, racing in Northern BC regional races or simply improving their fitness. It is geared towards athletes that have ski experience with all ski techniques (both classic and skate) but would like to continue to refine their technique as well as push themselves to do workouts on the ski trail as a group.

Programming and practices are lead by BV Nordic Head Coach, Andrea Stapff.

Masters athletes can work towards racing locally (Tuesday Timetrials, Northern Cup race weekend in Smithers, Wetzin’’kwa Loppet), travel to various Northern Cups that BV Nordic is attending (Prince George, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof), or even compete against other BC Masters at Provincials in Salmon Arm (March 1-3, 2024).

Other features of the programming:

  • Wax clinic
  • Technique Video Feedback
  • Recommended Weekly Training Plan based on your race goals
  • Access to Team Clothing purchase
  • BV Nordic wax support at approved races (with a per-race wax fee)

The Masters Performance practices will also follow the club's -20C cold weather cancellation guidelines.

For 2023-24 we are offering two Masters Performance options:


Option 1 - the original (on-snow practice 2x per week, larger group, longer season)

Program capped at 20 registrants for 2023-24. Registration on the club's Zone4.ca page (open Oct. 1st, 2023)

Once the program is full, email: andrea.stapff@bvnordic.ca to inquire about the waitlist.

$603 for ~6 weeks of dryland and ~18 weeks of programming, 2 sessions per week

Oct. 11th, 2023 to March 21st, 2024

1. Fall Dryland - 1 practice per week: Wednesday evenings 6:00pm - 7:30pm 

Starting Wed. October 11th, roughly 5 - 6 week season

Running, ski striding based work outs with a mix of technique, intensity, strength, core and agility.

The transition from Dryland to On Snow isn't 100% predictable but we'd hope to switch to our "On Snow" schedule the last week in November.

2. On Snow - 2 practices per week: Tuesday evenings* 6:00pm - 7:30pm 

                                                         *occasional Tuesdays will have a timetrial (fun race) for athletes from all ADP programs (youth and Masters). Race start times TBD.

                                                         Thursday evenings 6:00pm - 7:30pm

The goal will be to have an even split between skate practices and classic practices throughout the on snow season.

3. 1-on-1 or 1-on-2 Technique Sessions: Throughout the winter there will be opportunities for skiers to sign up for a 1-on-1 or 1-on-2 half hour technique analysis timeslot, depending on the coach's availability*. Masters can anticipate to book at least one 30 minute 1-on-1 session at some point between December and March.

                                                       *occasional Fridays 5pm- 6:30pm

A note on coaching availability for the Master Performance Program: out of the estimated 42 total sessions between the fall dryland and on snow seasons, the head coach will be absent for ~8 due to travelling for other club activities and time off.  When possible, appropriate coaching coverage will be found.


Option 2 - new Masters Performance Lite (on-snow practice 1x per week, smaller group, slightly shorter season, more light!)

Program capped at 12 registrants for 2023-24. Registration on the club's Zone4.ca page (open Oct. 1st, 2023)

Once the program is full, email: andrea.stapff@bvnordic.ca to inquire about the waitlist.

$325 for  ~18 weeks of on-snow programming

November 21, 2023 to March 19th, 2024

1. On Snow - 1 practice per week: Tuesday mornings 10:00pm - 12:00pm 

The goal will be to have an even split between skate practices and classic practices throughout the on snow season.

2. 1-on-1 or 1-on-2 Technique Sessions: Throughout the winter there will be opportunities for skiers to sign up for a 1-on-1 or 1-on-2 half hour technique analysis timeslot, depending on the coach's availability*. Masters can anticipate to book at least one 30 minute 1-on-1 session at some point between December and March.

                                                       *occasional Fridays 5pm- 6:30pm

A note on coaching availability for the Master Performance Program: out of the estimated 18 total sessions between the fall dryland and on snow seasons, the head coach will be absent for ~4 due to travelling for other club activities and time off.  When possible, appropriate coaching coverage will be found.


Masters Drop-in Group Ski Lessons

Sessions are for adults of any skill level and include coaching sessions for classic and skate technique. First time skiers can learn the basics while intermediate and advanced participants receive technique tips and coaching to keep improving.

Attend one session or attend them all!  Just show up...we are back to 'Drop-in'.  Advanced registration is not required.

Lessons are on Wednesdays at 7:00pm, from January 17th to February 21st, 2024.


Cost is $10 per session. A valid trail pass is required for participation.

 

Masters Biathlon

A coached biathlon program, visit BV Nordic Biathlon for more details. 

 

Private Lessons

Local CANSI Instructors can provide private lessons.
A list of local CANSI (Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors) instructors is available at McBike Ski and Sport.