Learn How to Cross Country Ski

(better)

Adult Nordic Skiing Made Fun

Refine your technique, join group sessions for the season, or opt for private lessons. We've got you covered for all your cross country skiing skill development...always served with a large dose of fun.

Group Programs

From recreational to competitive skiers, we offer winter long training with the best skier-to-coach ratio in Calgary.

Technique Sessions

Whether you’re looking to improve your classic or skate technique, we’ve got you covered. Book a set of 4 technique focused sessions to ski better.

Private Lessons

For those looking for 1:1 coaching or small group private coaching, unlock some of the best coaches in the province to hone your nordic technique.

Meet the Coaches

  • Amelia Deacon-Ray

    Amelia has been coaching skiers of all abilities for six years while pursuing her BSc in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary.

  • Andy Pohl

    Andy, a 9-year NZ National Ski Team racer and 2024 Coach of the Year, now leads Space Dogs' competitive program.

  • Chris Chesham

    Growing up in Canmore, Chris transitioned from Junior Racing to competing nationally in biathlon and now coaches with CANSI level 2.

  • Dasha Atkins

    Founder of Space Dogs, Dasha is a former National Ski Team athlete and Olympic competitor who now teaches skiing and finance.

  • Drea Dupont

    Drea is a top Canadian xc skier, World Championships racer, and CANSI Level 1 instructor, who teaches with fun and adventure at the heart of her sessions.

  • Eric Boiral

    Eric has coached for over 30 years, holds top certifications in France and Canada, and has coached national ski racers.

  • Karen Messenger

    Karen, a passionate skier since age 3, is a CANSI Level 4 instructor who’s raced Nordic and Biathlon internationally.

  • Kim McKenney

    Kim is a neuroscience graduate, ski coach of 16 years, and founder of Nordic Ski Lab, helping skiers worldwide improve.

  • Lenny Valjas

    Lenny has won 5 World Cup medals, represented Canada in 2 Winter Olympics, and excels at coaching skiers quickly.

  • Misha Kudienko

    Misha, a Masters level racer and CANSI Level 1 coach, helps beginners and intermediates improve technique and love skiing.

  • Natalie Thain

    Natalie, a former ski racer with Alberta World Cup Academy, represented Canada at 2023 FISU Games and coaches young skiers.

  • Rory Wilson

    Rory, 17, has raced biathlon for 11 years, competed at Youth World Championships, and coaches cross-country skiing and biathlon.

  • Scott Hill

    Scott has raced at the highest levels internationally, including World Championships, while also coaching skiers of all abilities.

  • Thomas Manktelow

    Thomas Manktelow, a former Alberta World Cup Academy racer, is now a CSEP-CPT personal trainer with expertise in Nordic skiing.

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