Coast Corridor United Race Program

  • Coast Corridor United Racing (CCU) is a program for kids who have club race experience, completed Track Attack or are at a similar level and are ready to increase their commitment to race training and participating in races. The program is targeted at U12-U18 age athletes emerging from the Sea to Sky Corridor clubs: Sea to Sky Nordics, Spud Valley Nordics, and Whistler Nordics. 

    The Goals of the CCU program are:

    • Development of overall fitness and ski-specific skills.

    • Focus on aerobic training, strength and conditioning.

    • Develop sound technique.

    • Race up to BC Cup level events for all ages , with the potential for Nationals for Junior ages.

    • Foster a strong sense of team.

    • Learn to give back to the skiing community by mentoring Track Attack or Jackrabbit skiers

    • Have fun!

    The program will include dryland training beginning in September and on-snow training starting in mid-November. 

    There are two categories of race programming: Track Attack Race & Junior Development Race. Both trainings will be held on the same days of the week and at the same times, and groups will be accommodated, allowing for age-appropriate volume and skill development. The majority of training will take place either at Lost Lake in Whistler or Whistler Olympic Park.

    Track Attack Race

    Athletes born 2013-2015 who have club race experience, completed Track Attack or are at a similar level and have the ambition to participate in races this season.

    Training expectation is a minimum 2 days a week (up to 3 days/week).

    Junior Development Race

    Athletes born 2008 – 2012 who have completed club race experience, Track Attack or are at a similar level and have the ambition to participate in races this season. Training expectation is a minimum 2 days a week (up to 3 days/week).

    **A valid Whistler Nordics membership is required for participation in club programs and can be purchased at the time of registration.

    Funding

    The program was initially supported by funding from the NWSDA coach grants. The “National Winter Sports Development Association” (NWSDA) was established through the foresight and donation of the Disbrow family to assist cross-country ski clubs with proven ability to develop competitive skiers and coaches based on long-term development planning. Funding is also received from PVUS Grant from the Village of Pemberton, SLRD, and Pemberton & District Initiative Fund Program.

  • The CCU dryland program is designed to enhance the performance and technique of cross-country skiers looking to compete this winter. Dryland is up to 3 days/week (± 5 hours). Dryland training plays a crucial role in building strength, endurance, and refining skiing technique. Skiers entering this program have a sound foundation of cross-country ski technique and have completed Track Attack or a similar level, and are ready to make the commitment to training and racing.  

    Junior Development athletes may supplement these weekly training sessions with non-team sessions that align with the Yearly Training Plan (YTP) for strength and endurance development.

    Most dryland will take place at Lost Lake or Whistler Olympic Park in Whistler. Dryland may shift to on-snow as early as November 9th when Callaghan Gold at Whistler Olympic Park is set to open. *Coaching resources and participation numbers may dictate some modifications to this schedule.

    Fees:
    Juniors (2008-2012): $400
    Track Attack (2013-2015 : $350

    Dates:

    September 3rd - November 26th

    Days:

    Tuesday: 4:30pm-6:00 pm

    Wednesday: 4:30pm-6:00 pm

    Sunday: 9:30am-11:30 am

    **A valid Whistler Nordics membership is required for participation in club programs.

  • More details to come in Fall 2025

    Dates: Starts mid-November (weather permitting)

    Days: Tuesday PM, Wednesday PM, Saturday AM

    This on-snow program is designed for the up-and-coming committed racer interested in improving their Nordic skills with a view toward participating in BC-sanctioned races. Training is minimum 2 days/week and up to 3 days/week. The program offers full race, technical, and training support. Includes race support at three regional races and 3 BC Cups as well as the Track Attack Championships. *Coaching resources and participation numbers may dictate some modifications to this schedule.

  • Classic skis, poles and boots

    Skate skis, poles, and boots

    The Whistler Nordics gear SWAP in Fall 2025 can be a great option for securing used equipment.

    Ski equipment can be rented at Whistler Olympic Park & Cross Country Connection at Lost Lake :