Canada's Premier Ski Jumping and Multi-Sport Club
Just like the Olympic Motto "Citius, Altius, Fortius", the Altius Nordic Ski Club strives for its athletes to be "Faster, Higher, Stronger".
The Altius program is geared towards “FUN and FUNDAMENTALS”. Participants are exposed to a broad range of sports and activities and cross training, including each of the Nordic disciplines. A supportive and positive environment is provided for all participants, with an emphasis on participation.
The focus highlights overall physical development, enhances healthy lifestyles and leadership abilities in each participant. It also provides the base and introduces an opportunity for long-term athlete development in the sports of Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined skiing.
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Hoppers Multi-Sport Program
The Hoppers Program is the entry level “Fun and Fundamentals”, year-round program for young athletes ages 6 - 14. The program’s focus is on overall fitness and fun, while learning to Ski Jump and Cross Country Ski. Fun multi-disciplined endurance and strength-building team activities are included to keep your child active and engaged include hiking, swimming, gymnastics, mountain biking, frisbee golf, climbing, running, skateboarding, soccer, volleyball, rollerskating/rollerblading, parkour, tennis, skating, active team games, and Cross Country, Alpine and Ski Jumping. The program runs year round. Ski jumping equipment is provided as part of the program cost.
This multi-sport program highlights overall physical development, enhances healthy lifestyles and leadership abilities in each participant. It also provides the base and introduces an opportunity for Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) in the 2 Olympic Sports of Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined skiing.
Age Group: 6 - 14 years old
- Prerequisite: Desire for active living and skiing / jumping on skis interest to take part in various multi-activities (see an extended list of ~20 below).
- The desire to learn and take part in multi-sport activities (see below).
- Commitment: Two to four hours, three times each week (Spring, Fall, & Winter).
All of our coaches are Level 1-3 certified members of the NCCP (National Coaches Certification Program)
Goals
- To give great opportunities for athletes and officials of Ski Jumping & Nordic Combined to participate and learn.
- To help athletes achieve peak performance through training and healthy lifestyles.
- To encourage youth to carry on Olympic Ideals.
*Fees include ski jumping equipment, day-long out of town hiking or cross country ski trips, entries to various Calgary training facilities and coaching throughout the duration of the session. Multi-day trips (2-3 optional trips per year) are extra, charged at cost.
Parents are welcomed and encouraged to take part.
Why Join Altius Nordic Ski Club?
- Have fun while developing athletic skills
- Operates year round
- Cross-training in many sports (soccer, mountain biking, gymnastics, swimming)
- Highlights overall physical development
- Enhances healthy lifestyles and leadership abilities in each participant
- Introduces an opportunity for long-term athlete development in Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined skiing
