Grades K-5
SkiSparks is an eight-week program that teaches cross-country skiing FUNdamentals in a recreational environment. Kids will play games, enjoy the outdoors, and learn physical literacy through our research-based curriculum. This program, available for Kindergarten through 5th Grade students, is a collaboration between Vasa Ski Club(VSC) and Minnesota
Youth Ski League(MYSL).
Skis are age appropriate and rented online through MYSL or you can use your own classic ski equipment. The instructors and coaches are trained by certified coaches. Your child will learn how to ski and then progress their skills in a fun outdoor environment, providing them with a positive experience and incentive to continue the sport through middle school, and beyond. Hats, buffs, water resistant mittens, and snow pants are encouraged to keep warm and dry.
Note: This is not a TCAPS LEAP program. We will follow the Program meet dates outlined below. If there is no TCAPS school due to a holiday or a weather closing, we will likely still meet for Nordic SkiSparks on those days.
Youth Ski League(MYSL).
Skis are age appropriate and rented online through MYSL or you can use your own classic ski equipment. The instructors and coaches are trained by certified coaches. Your child will learn how to ski and then progress their skills in a fun outdoor environment, providing them with a positive experience and incentive to continue the sport through middle school, and beyond. Hats, buffs, water resistant mittens, and snow pants are encouraged to keep warm and dry.
Note: This is not a TCAPS LEAP program. We will follow the Program meet dates outlined below. If there is no TCAPS school due to a holiday or a weather closing, we will likely still meet for Nordic SkiSparks on those days.
Program Information
Program Lead - John Kostrzewa
Season - Every Monday, 1/8/24 - 3/4/24
Practice Time: 4:30pm - 6p
Location - Hickory Hills, 2000 Randolph St. Traverse City MI, 49684
Volunteering
This group is entirely run by dedicated volunteers. Please consider volunteering to help. There are opportunities for on and off ski roles. This program would not exist without these volunteers.
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John Kostrzewa (Coach K!) Ski Sparks Program Lead Kostrzewa's coaching experience includes 15 years as a Nordic Head Coach for High School students and 6 years leading the VSC SkiSparks. |
Equipment
Ski Equipment
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Clothing
Skiers need to be dressed and ready for the weather. That often means that they will need additional layers and clothing to accommodate N. Michigan weather.
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Registration Details
Registration is through mysl.org (Minnesota Youth Ski League). Please follow click on the button on the left to register for Vasa Ski Club SkiSparks.
Registration
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