Registration opens on September 18th, 2025, at 12 pm.

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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. 

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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. 

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Groups will be limited to 10 skiers, making sure the learning environment is ideal.

The JDP Start to Glide program meets and starts from the Nordic Centre chalet.

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If you would like to arrange a seasonal rental of equipment for use in 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. ​

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Age: Your child must have the required minimum age (9yo) to enter the program by January 1st, 2026.

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Program Information and Schedule

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WHEN? One practice per week. November 22th, 2025 to February 28th, 2026 (weather permitting)

• Saturday - 3 pm to 4.30 pm

No session over the Christmas Break.​​

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FEES

​- PROGRAM: $100

- SEASON PASS: $90

- RENTAL: $75

Equipment rental is available. You must come to the chalet before the first lesson to do your kid's sizing.  The equipment remains at the chalet during the season and will be prepared for each training session or upon request.

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If you need more information about the program,

contact the program coordinator at jdp912@whitehorsenordic.ca​

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​Cold Weather Guidelines:

The temperature cut-off (temperature at Env. Canada - Whitehorse Airport without Windchill)

• Normal practice at or above -20 Celsius

• Practice reduced to 1h between -21 and -24.9 °C.

• Practice cancelled at -25 or colder.

• Parents are free to determine their limits.

• The Program Coordinator will also use judgment to determine if a session will be cancelled if there are other factors, such as high winds, humidity, or precipitation.

• Cancellations will be communicated by email by 11 AM.

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Need financial support? These programs are here for you

​​​​Your child is 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.

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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.

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Canadian Tire Jumpstart

jumpstart.canadiantire.ca

Funding is available to support children ages 4 to 18 participating in sport and recreation.