Masters Programs
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PureXC Masters Cross-Country Ski Three-Day Camp
PureXC
- Dedicated to the technical, tactical, physical and mental development of masters cross-country skiers.
- Three days of sport-specific training and expert coaching in classic and skate techniques.
- Individualized feedback from expert coaches.
- World-class ski venue
- Foster new friendships in a fun, social and learning environment.
What to expect
- Increased understanding and application of cross-country ski techniques in both skate and classic.
- Video analysis in each ski session.
- Increase fitness with three on-snow days and six quality workouts.
- An increased knowledge of masters-specific training; focus on physical training, recovery, nutrition and strength training appropriate to age and lifestyle.
- Small group ratios.
- Train with like-minded people
Who should register
- Intermediate to advanced skiers (age 30+)
- Skiers who want to develop technique, enhance fitness and delve deeper into how to better train for cross-country skiing.
- This is not a learn-to-ski program; previous classic and skate experience is required (comfortable on blue-level trails).
Meet the Coaches
Roddy Ward, Head Coach
Roddy Ward is a high-performance, development and masters athlete coach. He has more than a decade of experience as a national team coach and director of athlete development with Biathlon Canada. Roddy has a master’s degree in coaching from the University of Victoria and has guided athletes to win medals at the World Cup and World Championships.
Kelly Drager, Lead Performance Dietician
Meet Kelly, Lead Performance Dietitian and an expert in the field of nutrition for high-level athletes. Kelly holds a Masters of Science in exercise physiology and biochemistry. Read Kelly's impressive bio here.
Assistant Coaches
CANSI Level 3 and 4 instructors who are lifelong skiers with years of experience in ski racing and as ski instructors and coaches.
December 2026
Early Season Training and Nutrition
Friday–Sunday, December 11–13
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Technical focus:
Body position and timing for one skate, offset, double pole and diagonal stride. Cornering and agility work. Extensive focus on individualized video feedback.
Nutrition:
Nutrition “hot topics” for master endurance athletes.
Strength:
In-season strength routine and ski-specific core strength workout.
Saturday team dinner (Iron Goat) with guest speaker (TBD) | Menu | Directions