In collaboration with CXC, Team Birkie is hosting ski clinics at the Mt. Telemark Village during the Turkey Birkie (Friday November 28th - Sunday November 30th).
Bryan Fish, U.S. Ski and Snowboard Cross Country Development Director and formerly U.S. Ski Team Development Coach is donating his time this weekend to coach you to become an even better skier and set the standard early season.
All proceeds from these ski lessons are donated to the Team Birkie/CXC Excellence Fund which covers up to 50% of the trip costs for qualified Central Region Athletes competing at the Junior and U23 World Championships with the National Nordic Foundation (NNF) supporting the remaining 50%. In return, these athletes give back by contributing their time at the CXC Regional Elite Camp, Dream Camp and Igor Camps, serving as athletes, coaches and mentors for the next generation.
Levels offered:
Learn to Ski
Beginner: Improve basic technique
Intermediate/Advanced: Refine Skills
Youth Lessons
Facilities
All lessons are based out of the Hub at Mt. Telemark Village. With machine made snow, phenomenal grooming, and trails for all ability levels, Mt. Telemark Village is an incredible classroom for your cross-country experience.
Cost
The lesson package is $200 and includes CXC ski ties and a buff.
Trail access is not included and requires either an All Access or 3-Day Trail Pass.
Ski Lessons Schedule
Registration for lessons includes ALL sessions listed below.
Friday: 1:30PM – 3:00PM (skate)
Saturday: 9:00AM – 10:30AM (classic) | 1:30PM – 3:00PM (skate)
Sunday: 9:00AM – 10:30AM (classic)
Advanced Lesson Opportunity! Technique Progressions with Bryan Fish, U.S. Ski Team
For Advanced Skiers Only
Cost: $300
Saturday: 1:00pm – 3:00pm: Skate Technique and Progressions, Q&A
Sunday: 8:30am – 10:30pm: Classic Technique and Progressions, Q&A
Bryan Fish is the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Cross Country Development Director and formerly the U.S. Ski Team Development Coach. Bryan began his coaching career in 1999 at his alma mater University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (UWGB). He coached part time for UWGB and was a full time engineer (Production Leader) for ENCAP, LLC. Bryan became the Central Cross Country (CXC) Elite Team Head Coach from 2006 to 2010.
In his role, Bryan oversees the overall sport- specific development pathway including junior development projects, domestic competition calendar, Cross Country Sport Education and domestic and development governance.
Bryan believes in the importance of empowering and educating American development athletes as well as providing them the infrastructure, opportunities, and support to allow them to pursue their athletic dreams. A primary pursuit of Bryan’s is to strengthen the USA Cross Country development system through fostering collaboration with member clubs, regions and key XC ski partners.
Bryan lives in Park City, UT and enjoys returning to his cabin in Northern Wisconsin where he grew up. He enjoys outdoor activities including mountain biking, trail running, kayaking and skiing.
Questions? Email yuriy.gusev@cxcskiing.org
For more information on the weekend: Turkey Birkie
We’re excited to see you!