The Ogden Nordic Competition Team is open to experienced skiers ages 14 and up who are interested in mastering their Nordic ski technique (both classic and skate skiing), developing good training habits, learning how to wax skis and competing in cross country ski racing. These junior skiers are prepared by our experienced coaching staff to compete in local, regional, and possibly national skiing competitions throughout the winter. Although the Competition Team training program is structured for competitive skiers, it is available for those skiers who are not interested in competition as well. Really the program is for skiers that regardless of their ability, want to master good ski technique, develop superior physical fitness, and train in a positive team environment. The Competition Team meets four times a week and races on weekends during the winter months.

As with many endeavors in life, to be a successful Ski Racer requires the participation and support of the skiers family. Parents are asked to join Ogden Nordic, and help at with at least two races or fund raising events throughout the year. Parents bringing their skiers to practice are welcome to participate or to ski during the training program.

All members are required to join TUNA (their membership fee is $35 or Junior membership is $15.00) In addition to this, Ogden Nordic Junior Ski Team fees will be as follows; $35 for Under 12 Ski Team, $100 for intermediate and advanced skiers. Ogden Nordic ski team scholarships to waive team fees available. For Further Information: contact Paul Stromberg at (801) 786-0906 e-mail nordicdogzz@msn.com .

Competition Schedule

Members of the Development Team are encouraged to participate in as many competitive ski events as possible during the season. For a full list of the events scheduled for this season, go to the Ogden Nordic Club Calendar.

Winter Training

The skills that will be introduced and hopefully mastered by the skiers are: classic and skate technique, down hills, up hills, turning/cornering, racing, touring, and basic telemark skills. Winter training begins in September with dry-land training for fitness and technique improvement. During the race season coaches continue to help junior athletes by guiding training and by providing race support. The Competition Team meets four times a week during the winter months.

Days: Tuesdays at 6:00 pm and Weds.at 4:45 pm at North Fork Park and Thursdays at Snow Basin at 6:30 pm.
Location: Location Varies Based on Snow Conditions (See Calendar). Please visit the ski trails page for directions to each location.

Required Equipment: Each participant will need an adequate pair of skis(skate and classic), good boots(skate and classic), and poles(skate and classic). Warm clothing, including HATS and GLOVES(very important!) is a must - temperatures on January evenings can be below zero degrees. Coaches suggest that participants bring an extra set of dry clothing to practice and events to change into after the session in the event that the skier gets wet. Race suits may be purchases separately. Contact a coach for advice on purchasing equipment Some great junior equipment can be found at Canyon Sport on Riverdale Road in Riverdale, Wild Rose Sports in Salt Lake, and Wasatch Touring in Salt Lake. The experienced staff at these stores will help you with sizing equipment.

Training in the winter focuses on improving ski technique and on training for competitions. The winter ski program includes weekly dry-land and on-the-snow training sessions, in addition to travelling to local and regional ski races with the team and coaching staff.

Off-Season Training

To develop and maintain top physical fitness, the Ogden Nordic Competition Team trains year round. Our summer training concentrates on Nordic ski conditioning by cross training in activities such as roller skiing, hiking, mountain biking, running, hill bounding, strength training and circuit training. The location and times of off-season training will be announced at the conclusion of each ski season. Dry-land training will require the following equipment: Bicycle, running shoes, roller blades or roller-skis, and helmet.