youth programs: middle school
This program is targeted to upper level grade school and middle school students that have some previous experience and skills at cross country skiing. It is recommended they have their own ski equipment, however some club owned equipment is available for use. This program will further develop participants proficiency in skating and classic Nordic ski technique. Aerobic conditioning will be part of the program and typical practices involve skiing from 8 to 15 kilometers. Early season practices will include dryland training, skill and strength development, and aerobic fitness. Program fees do not include Blackhawk Ski Club membership. Registration as a Blackhawk member is a requirement to participate in the program.
This year's team is led by coaches:
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other youth programs:
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blackhawk nordic kids »
This program is targeted to upper level grade school and middle school students that have some previous experience and skills at cross country skiing. It is recommended they have their own ski equipment, however some club owned equipment is available for use. This program will further develop participants proficiency in skating and classic Nordic ski technique. Aerobic conditioning will be part of the program and typical practices involve skiing from 8 to 15 kilometers. Early season practices will include dryland training, skill and strength development, and aerobic fitness. Program fees do not include Blackhawk Ski Club membership. Registration as a Blackhawk member is a requirement to participate in the program.
This year's team is led by coaches:
______________
other youth programs:
high school »
blackhawk nordic kids »
middle school
2011-2012 Season
| Fees: Contact: | $200 Program Fee Blackhawk Ski Club Membership Required Sign up on the Blachkawk Ski Club webpage To receive up-to-date emails join our Google Group email list |
| Season: | December 1st through March 6st. |
| Equipment: | Equipment Available at no charge for first year skiers with $100 damage deposit returned at end of season. Returning skiers, recommended to have own boots and pay $100 fee. |
| Location: | Most practices will be at Blackhawk Ski Club and Elver Park |
Middle School Cross Country Program
This program is for middle school students, grades 5 (with coaches approval), 6, 7 & 8, of all abilities. Skiers will focus on technique for skate and classical skiing along with developing fitness through strength, speed and endurance workouts. Practices are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:00-6:30 p.m. with an optional Tuesday night race in January and February. Practices are held at Blackhawk, Elver Park and other places depending on weather. The season runs December 1st-March 1st. There will be optional out of town races on weekends. Travel costs for races and race fees are not included and parents must accompany middle school skiers to any races. Racers are encouraged to purchase their own equipment. Participants need to be members of Blackhawk and Madnorski.
Practice Schedule
Week of January 30, 2012
Monday 1/30 - 5:15 to 6:45 at Blackhawk East / PleasantView - Skate Skis
PICTURE NIGHT - WEAR JERSEY
Tuesday 1/31 - HS Race at Elver -canceled.
Wednesday 2/1 - 5:15 to 6:45 at Blackhawk East - be prepared for either Skate technique or Classic technique
Saturday 2/4- optional races - Wolf Tracks Rendevous, Badger State Games, Greenbush Races
Sunday 2/5 *** THE AMAZING RACE *** 11:00 - Blackhawk East Skate Skis
*Those MS skiers invited to train with the HS team (Tuesdays and Thursdays only) should also view the HS page.
Welcome to the 2011-2012 season
- HS-MS Race Schedule 2012
- Trip Reservation Deposit forms
- Ski Trip Reserve
- Ski Trip Overview
- Medical Release Forms
- Contact Information Form
- Essential Information
Important Announcements
*** Snekkevik - Wausau - Nine Mile - postponed until Saturday 1/21- (may become a skate race if setting track isn't possible)(form online at http://www.wausaunordic.com/raceforms.htm)
Everyone must sign up on the Blackhawk web page. If you are not yet a member you can do that first and sign up at the same time. If you are already a member you can log in and select "Shop for Classes" Returning skiers renting equipment will select and pay online, new skiers select "I have my own equipment"
Please make sure you are included in the email group we use:
madnorski-team@googlegroups.com
Also be sure to look under Files and Links and print off the Contact Form and Medical Release/Waiver to fill out and turn in.
Photos
Click this link to go to photos from all youth programs.
