Juniors Winter Program (ages 10-18)
Interested in Nordic skiing? The goal of the MadNorSki Junior program is to improve technique, build aerobic capacity, and establish or build a strong endurance base, all while having fun. Programs are offered year round to prepare skiers for when the snow flies.
The Madnorski Junior team seeks to instill the love of skiing, to promote a healthy, active outdoor lifestyle, and ultimately, to instill the highest standards of sportsmanship, competition and collaboration among our team members as we compete in the Wisconsin Nordic Ski League and CXC Junior and Youth Cups.
Middle School Team 5th-8th grade
Where: Elver Park, 1250 McKenna Blvd, Madison, WI 53719 or CXC Outdoor Community Center 4355 Schwartz Road, Middleton, Wisconsin
Dates: November 17, 2026–February 17, 2027 (No official practices the last 2 weeks of Dec)
Training: 2 practices/week (Mon & Wed) 5:30-7:00
Cost: $360
Races: Compete on weekends in local and Wisconsin Nordic Ski League races as part of the Madnorski team. Option to compete in CXC Youth Cup races
Must be a current 2026-27 Madnorski Club member ($15 student or $60 family)
High School Team 9th grade through 12th grade
plus 8th graders with coach approval
Where: Elver Park, 1250 McKenna Blvd, Madison, WI 53719 or CXC Outdoor Community Center 4355 Schwartz Road, Middleton, Wisconsin
Dates: November 3, 2026–February 17, 2027 (No official practices the last 2 weeks of Dec)
Training: 4 practices/week (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu) 5:30-7:00
Cost: $595
Races: Compete on weekends as part of the Madnorski team in Wisconsin Nordic Ski League & CXC Junior Cup Races
Must be a current 2026-27 Madnorski Club member ($15 student or $60 family)
New Skier Discount & Referral Discount (Save 15%)
If you are new to our youth programs, you can receive a discount on your registration fees. Please use the discount code NEWSKIER when you register. If you are a current Madnorski skier and you invite a friend who joins our program, the TWO of you get the discount!
Family Discount (Save 20%)
Families that have more than one skier in the Madnorski youth programs will receive a 20% discount on the total family fees at registration. Please use the discount code FAMILYSKIS when you register.
NOTE: When registering you are limited to one discount code if it applies — For example, if you qualify for both the new skier and the family discount, use the family discount code only. Thanks!
Practice Locations
Practice location is Elver Park as well as other city or county parks with groomed trails like Odana Park, Door Creek Park and McCarthy Park. Elver Park has lit ski trails. Team will have access to the lit machine-made snow loop at the CXC Trails in Middleton if natural snow conditions are poor.
Winter Equipment
Skiers will practice both classic and skate techniques. Skiers will need equipment for both techniques, which include poles, boots and skis. Skiers are encouraged to purchase their own equipment especially boots (with NNN bindings). New skiers have the option of renting MadNorSki gear for the season for $25. After your first season, there will be a rental fee of $125. Equipment is limited and first priority will be given to first-year skiers.
Winter Racing
MadNorSki athletes have enjoyed participating in Wisconsin Nordic Ski League race events each season. Races generally take place from mid-December through early March. Athletes with a desire to compete at a higher regional (Central Region) level of competition are encouraged to compete in the Junior National Qualifier Series (JNQ’s) and the chance to qualify for CXC Great Lakes spring trips or summer training camps.
Scholarships
Madnorski offers a limited number of partial scholarships. Madnorski doesn’t want finances to preclude skiers from participating in programs – Our motto is “Cross Country Skiing for Everyone!” Madnorski would like to increase access to the sport of Nordic skiing. Scholarships are available or if your situation needs special attention.
Race Schedule, Races marked with * do not require overnight travel, Races in Bold are priority races that athletes should make every effort to attend
| Dates | High School Race Schedule | Middle School Race Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| December 5 | ABR 5k Skate | ABR 5k Skate (Some 8th Graders) |
| December 12 | Duluth JQ Skate Sprint or Blackhawk Evening 5k Classic | Blackhawk Evening 5k Classic* |
| December 13 | Duluth JQ Skate Mass Start 7.5k/5k | |
| December 19 | Cable JQ Skate Individual Start 7.5k/5k | |
| December 20 | Cable JQ Classic Mass Start 10k/5k | |
| January 2 | Blackhawk Skiathlon* | Blackhawk Skiathlon* |
| January 9 | Snekkivek Wausau* | Snekkivek Wausau* |
| January 10 | Iola Invitational* | Iola Invitational* |
| January 16 | Houghton JQ Classic Sprint | Lapham Loppet* |
| January 17 | Houghton JQ Mass Start Classic 15k/7.5k | |
| January 23 | Rhinelander Hodag Challenge | Rhinelander Hodag Challenge |
| January 24 | Rhinelander Hodag Challenge | Rhinelander Hodag Challenge |
| January 30 | CXC South Conference Championships Skate* | CXC South Conference Championships Skate* |
| February 6 | CXC State Sprints Team Sprint Skate* | CXC State Sprints Team Sprint Skate* |
| February 7 | CXC State Sprints Individual Sprint Classic* | CXC State Sprints Individual Sprint Classic* |
| February 13 | Cable State Distance Individual Start Skate | Cable State Distance Individual Start Skate |
| February 14 | Cable State Distance Pursuit Classic | Cable State Distance Pursuit Classic |
| February 20 | Minneapolis JQ Skate Sprint | |
| February 21 | Minneapolis JQ Classic Mass Start 10k/7.5k |
Additional races that athletes may qualify to attend by participating in JQ races are held in March and include US Junior Nationals, and regional U16 and U18/20 trips