Roller ski courses 2011
Learn to roller ski or improve your technique! It’s fun, great for fitness and helps develop balance, co-ordination and rhythm.
All courses will be based on the new Snowsport England Proficiency Award Scheme so that you can measure your progress and work towards achieving a 1*, 2* or 3* Award. Snowsport England and Cross Country Canada qualified instructors will run the sessions.
At each session there will be groups for:
• complete beginners – the focus will be on classic technique with a brief introduction to skating
• improvers – we’ll work on classic and skating techniques so you’ll need equipment for both techniques or combi roller skis.
And, depending on numbers/instructor availability, we may also have a learn to skate group.
Advance booking is essential. LRNSC has a range of equipment for hire that is generally suitable for adults and teenagers but does not have children’s’ size equipment.
THE COURSE SCHEDULE
All courses will be held at Hillingdon Cycle Circuit, Springfield Road, Hayes, Middlesex UB4 0LT
8 May* 1000 -1430
5 June* 1000 - 1430
25 September* 1000 - 1430
20 November 1000 - 1530 + Ski waxing demonstration - ALAN EASON will be on the instructor team and giving the waxing demonstration. Find out more about Alan Eason. Alan will also be selling Ski Go cross country waxes, poles and roller skis.
27 November 1000-1530 - guest coach DAN MALLETT former Canadian national biathlon and cross country team member and top level provincial and national coach, with video analysis. Followed by a talk by John Moore OBE, Olympic and World Championship Biathlon skier, read more.
* A race will also be held after the course – see racing section for details. It’s entirely optional for course participants but you may like to test your skills or just plan to watch and support the racers.
Snowsport England [SSE] Proficiency Award assessment is planned for 5 June, and provisionally for 20 & 27 November.
PRICES
MEMBERS [LRNSC & other SSE clubs]
Tuition & equipment hire
£25 per session
Tuition only
£15 per session
Roller ski practice/ski waxing demonstration
£5.00
NON MEMBERS
Tuition & equipment hire
£35 per session
Tuition only
£25 per session
Snowsport England Proficiency Awards registration and assessment:
£5 for assessment at all levels on any surface.
For both options you’ll receive your SSE scorecard and, when you achieve the required standard at your chosen level, a certificate.
If you are a complete beginner you will probably need several sessions to achieve the 1 Star Award - as in other sports you learn the techniques then practice to become competent and confident.
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR
Gloves and, if you have them, cycle helmet, knee/elbow protectors; rollerskis, poles & boots.
Leisure or sports clothing – breathable layers are best but if you’re a beginner don’t wear your best kit in case you fall.
REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE?
Bring your own packed lunch or purchase on day from nearby Sainsburys or Costa Coffee. Water/tea/coffee are also available at our clubhouse.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Book online, or use the form in the Club magazine.