Summer Roller Skiing

MG/Osseo/Park Center Summer Ski Program information sheet

When are practices? Mondays and Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm; Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:00am – noon. The program runs from June 12 – July 27 (excluding July 2 – 8).

Where do we meet? Maple Grove Senior High on the north side of the building by the picnic tables across from the basketball courts

How long is practice? 2 hours

Who can participate? Any athlete that has skiing experience on a high school team from grades 7-12.

How good do I need to be in order to do this program? This program is open to all athletes of all skill levels who are interested in Nordic skiing. We want any athlete that is willing to work hard and be a full participant in practice to join us.

What will we be doing at practice? Workouts will focus on developing skill, form, stamina, endurance, and strength through roller-skiing, running, walking, and strength workouts. Two practices every week will be a long roller ski (1.5-2 hours). One practice will be a strength day which would include activities on roller skis and other strength training such as running or circuit training. The last practice will be focused on developing good ski form.

How do I sign up and pay? $170 for 3 or 4 days a week. $130 for 2 days a week: register at http://www.maplegrovemn.gov/parks-and-recreation/econnect-registration

Where do I get roller skis? Contact one of the coaches for roller skis before the end of school in June.

Please wear comfortable clothes, shoes suitable for running, gloves, and a water bottle. Beginners also may want knee pads to protect when falling on skis.

Contact Coach Gifford at giffordm@district279.org or 763-639-6282

Information from Summer Roller Skiing Coach's Powerpoint Presentation: