Try cross country skiing at Wascana Centre with Regina Ski Club coaches and mentors — free ski equipment available, no membership required.

Regina Ski Club is offering a Learn to Ski / Come-and-Try Cross Country Skiing program. Sessions are hosted at the Canada Games Athletic Centre (CGAC), located within Wascana Centre in Regina.

This is the same staging area used for our Bunnyrabbit and Jackrabbit programs and provides a safe, familiar, and purpose-built environment for new skiers. The location is supported by the City of Regina and Wascana Centre Authority and offers excellent access to beginner-friendly terrain and groomed ski trails.

🔔 School and Work Break Programming – Special Note for Families

Holiday Ski Sessions | Boxing Day until Back to School

Holiday Ski Sessions | February Family Day Break

These sessions are short, fun, and confidence-building, ideal for young skiers and families balancing holiday schedules.

📅 Program Dates

• December 27, 28 | 1:15PM to 2:30PM

• December 29 , 30, 31 | 1:15PM to 2:30PM, 2:30PM to 3:15PM

• January 2, 3 & 4 | 1:15PM to 2:30PM, 2:30PM to 3:15PM

• February Family Break | Follow us on Facebook

⏰ Recommended Session Times

All sessions will run during daylight hours and be less than 1.25 hour in length.

Location & Meeting Point

All sessions meet at:
Canada Games Athletic Centre (CGAC) Washroom Building
Wascana Centre, Regina

This location provides:

• Open, flat terrain ideal for beginners

• Reliable snow retention throughout the winter

• Lighting and power access for safe programming

• Direct trail connections toward Douglas Park, Foothills, and Wascana Hill

Learn to Ski • Play • Explore • Be Inspired

⭐ New This Season — Athlete-Led Sessions

New this season: Sessions are led by Regina Ski Club Nordic Race Team athletes and Certified NCCP Coaches. These experienced, passionate skiers serve as mentors and role models, helping kids feel confident, excited, and supported.

Our Nordic Youth Race Team athletes bring:

• High energy and enthusiasm
• Strong skiing role models kids look up to
• A welcoming, confidence-building learning atmosphere
• Positive mentorship that keeps kids engaged and excited

For many participants, this is their first connection to older youth athletes in the club — building community, belonging, and long-term engagement in skiing.

A perfect winter activity during the school break and long winter months.

Ski Trails at Wascana Centre:

The ski trails used during Learn to Ski are part of the Wascana Centre / Douglas Park trail network and are packed, groomed, and track-set by Regina Ski Club volunteer trail groomers.

Trail conditions can change quickly due to snowfall, wind, and temperature. Families are encouraged to check the most up-to-date grooming and trail status before arriving.

Programs follow the Nordiq Canada long-term athlete development pathway, focusing on age-appropriate skill development.

Ski Equipment Provided (Cross Country Saskatchewan)

To help lower barriers for new skiers, Cross Country Saskatchewan (CCS) provides ski equipment for Regina Ski Club Learn to Ski programming.

Available equipment includes:

• Youth and adult classic skis

• Boots in a wide range of sizes

• Poles sized for children and adults

CCS equipment is provided for on-site program use, subject to availability, and is shared across club programming. Participants who have their own equipment are encouraged to bring it.

Instructors & On-Snow Support

Learn to Ski sessions are led by Regina Ski Club certified coaches, with support from trained youth racer instructors (U16+) from our High Performance program.

Youth instructors:

• Assist with demonstrations and games

• Support small groups under direct supervision

• Are part of Regina Ski Club’s structured leadership and coaching development pathway

This model provides excellent on-snow support for beginners while helping develop future coaches within the club.

Who This Program Is For?

This Learn to Ski program at the Canada Games Athletic Centre Washroom Building is ideal for:

• Families with children new to cross-country skiing

• Adults trying skiing for the first time

• Participants exploring Regina Ski Club programs before committing to a full season

No prior skiing experience is required.

Registration Form

⭐ Do I Need to Be a Member?

No. Regina Ski Club membership is not required to participate in these Learn to Ski sessions.

This program is offered as a public, introductory awareness opportunity to help individuals and families learn how to enjoy cross-country skiing on Regina’s trails and become familiar with Regina Ski Club programming.

Participants may attend without becoming members by completing an informed consent / assumption of risk waiver prior to participating.

Membership is not required before or after attending these Learn to Ski sessions.

Registration Form & Participation

All participants (or parents/guardians for minors) will be asked to complete an registration form covering:

• Use of Cross Country Saskatchewan (CCS) ski equipment

• Participation in a Regina Ski Club program on Wascana Centre Trails

• Nordiq Canada Insurance Guidelines

Registration includes an informed consent waiver and participant information for insurance purposes.

This waiver allows Regina Ski Club to offer a low-barrier, welcoming introduction to cross-country skiing while maintaining appropriate safety and supervision standards.

Registration Form

What’s Next After Learn to Ski?

Families who enjoy these sessions often continue into:

• Bunnyrabbits (ages 4–6)

• Jackrabbits (ages 7–10)

• Additional Learn to Ski and Come-and-Try opportunities

• Thursday night social skiing at Wascana Centre

Our coaches are happy to help families find the right next step.

Interested in Learning More About Regina Ski Club?

Families and individuals who enjoy the Learn to Ski sessions are welcome to explore optional Regina Ski Club membership, which provides access to additional programming, community ski opportunities, and year-round updates. There is no obligation to join, and our coaches are always happy to help you decide if and when membership is the right fit.

Not sure what equipment is right? Contact us at [email protected] — we’re happy to help families make simple, cost-effective choices.

Weather & Cancellations

Sessions may be cancelled due to:

• Insufficient snow, or

• Wind chill of -25°C or colder (Environment Canada)

Updates will be communicated via:

• Email / TeamSnap

• Regina Ski Club Facebook page

❄️ Ski. Play. Grow. Be Inspired.

The Regina Ski Club Cross Country Skiing experience starts here!