Cross Country Skiing Lessons in the Adirondacks

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You'll be pleased to learn how simple, fun and rewarding cross country skiing can be!

Stride & Glide Level 1 Beginner is appropriate for first-timers. This class focuses on proper classic technique including basic stride-and-glide, falling down and getting back up, proper pole positioning, skiing downhill, speed control and slowing down, and slowing down. Offered weekends and holidays at 11:15am and 1pm and non-holiday weekdays at 11am. $20 per person. Ski-Like-A-Finn Lesson Package: $50 adults, $46 ages 12-17 - includes full-day facility use pass, ski rental package and hour-long group lesson. Ski rental equipment may be exchanged one-time per day for either snowshoes, a tube or a kick sled at no additional cost (highest rental rate prevails). By taking advantage of this offer, you may enjoy two activities for the price of one!

Stride & Glide Level 1 Advanced is appropriate for those returning to cross country skiing after a period of time who need a refresher or for those who have alpine ski experience. This lesson introduces students to turning techniques. Offered weekends and holidays at 10am and non-holiday weekdays at 1pm.  $20 per person. Ski-Like-A-Finn Lesson Package: $50 adults; $46 ages 12-17 - includes full-day facility use pass, ski rental package and hour-long group lesson. Ski rental equipment may be exchanged one-time per day for either snowshoes, a tube or a kick sled at no additional cost (highest rental rate prevails). By taking advantage of this offer, you may enjoy two activities for the price of one!

Stride & Glide Level 2 participants should have had some experience on blue (intermediate) trails. Students focus on balance, weight transfer, becoming more efficient and gaining more control with lots of work on uphill and downhill technique. Offered weekends and holidays at 10am and non-holiday weekdays at 1pm.  $20 per person. Ski-Like-A-Finn Lesson Package: $50 adults; $46 ages 12-17 - includes full-day facility use pass, ski rental package and hour-long group lesson. Ski rental equipment may be exchanged one-time per day for either snowshoes, a tube or a kick sled at no additional cost (highest rental rate prevails). By taking advantage of this offer, you may enjoy two activities for the price of one!

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