Junior Development Program (9-12)
Start to Glide
Previously known as Bobcat
Registration for the 2024/25 season will be opening on September 19th, 2024 at 12pm.
A one-day per week option suited for skiers from 9 to 12 years old who are new to the sport, or unsure about their abilities.
At the end of the program, your child should have all the tools to travel on easy trails (green) with confidence. Uphill, downhill, and flat sections.
This option will be focused on a “lesson” style format - helping skiers develop confidence and new skills on skis.
Groups will be limited to 10 skiers making sure the learning environment is ideal.
The JDP Start to Glide program meet and start from the Nordic Centre chalet.
If you would like to arrange a seasonal rental of equipment for use for the Program this season, please visit us at the Whitehorse Nordic Centre (please check our opening hours here), so we can fit your child for their boots, skis and poles for the season.
Age : Your child must have the required minimum age (9yo) to enter the program by January 1st, 2025.
Program Information and schedule
November 23th, 2024 to March 1st, 2025 (WEATHER PERMITTING) - No session December 28th, 2024 and January 4th 2025.
JDP Start to Glide
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Saturday from 3pm to 4.30pm
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Program: $100
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Rental: $75 (You must come at the chalet before the first lesson to do your kid's sizing)
WNC Passes is required and not include in these prices
If you need more information about the program,
contact the program coordinator Sarah at jdp912@whitehorsenordic.ca
Cold weather Guidelines:
The temperature cut-off (temperature at Env. Canada - Whitehorse Airport without Windchill)
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Normal practice at or above -20 Celsius
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Practice reduce to 1h between -21 and -24.9 Celsius.
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Practice canceled at -25 or colder.
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Parents are free to determine their own limits also.
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The Program Coordinator will also use judgment if a session will be canceled if there are other factors such as high winds, humidity, precipitation.
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Cancellations will be communicated by email by 11AM.
Need financial support? These programs are here for you
Your child is really interested in Cross Country skiing but your family needs support covering the fees? The Kids Recreation Fund is here to help. After reviewing if you are eligible : https://sportyukon.com/kids-recreation-fund, please select "cash/cheque" for method of payment and contact Ben, the WNC manager, at info@whitehorsenordic.ca.
5 spots of this program are reserved until October 13th, 2024 to low income families.
Kids Recreation Fund
867 668-4236 sportyukon.com
Supports sport and recreation for ages 18 or under. Families may qualify for up to $600 yearly per child.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
Funding is available to support children ages 4 to 18 participating in sport and recreation.