Canada's Premier Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined Ski Club

Ski Hoppers Multi-Sport Program 

The Ski Hoppers Program is the entry level “Fun and Fundamentals”, year-round program for young athletes ages 8 -15. 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, mountain biking, climbing, running, skateboarding, soccer, rollerskating/rollerblading, parkour, tennis, active team games, and Cross Country and Alpine ski trips. The program runs year round, including an 8 week Summer Day Camp. 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: 8-15 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). One to Six weeks summer session (your choice).

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.