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CROSS COUNTRY SKI SEASON 2011-12

Thanks to all of you who joined us for a lesson this year as well as those who booked lessons but were unable to participate due to lack of snow.

Although many of our usual venues weren't available, our brief season was enjoyable as we experienced for the first time the groomed trackset trails at Scenic Caves Nordic, Collingwood and Glenelg Nordic Ski Club near Markdale. A lesson on some of our favourite trails at Mansfield Outdoor Centre rounded out our season.

Looking forward to more snow next winter and hope to hear from many new and returning skiers.

Thanks again,

Dan & Joan

To register or for more info contact us at 519-842-4652 or skiforlife@execulink.com

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Check out our events calendar for lesson dates and locations but please note that due to the varied snow cover, locations may change.

Come ski for the day or take advantage of a Ski & Stay Package available at several locations as well - see below

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Dan and Joan of Ski for Life offer competence in cross country ski instruction based on the solid fundamentals of CANSI technique.
Up to date skis, boots and poles are provided for all Ski for Life lessons.

We're looking forward to meeting lots of new beginner and novice skiers this season as well as those of you who have had some instruction and are looking for help with a particular skill, a refresher, or an introduction to the skating technique

Check out lesson dates and locations on our events calendar!

CHECK OUT ALL OUR SKI & STAY OPTIONS BELOW

You can reach us at 519-842-4652 or skiforlife@execulink.com

Rates for 2011-2012 season
Half-day lessons: adult $30 - $40.
Full-day lessons : adult $40 - $50.
Half-day lessons: child $20.
Full -day lessons: child $25.
Group and family rates available.
(additional trail fee at some locations)
all equipment provided
**Now accepting registrations
Difference in rates based on location.

Locations: We plan on providing lessons at Arrowhead Park, Huntsville; Bechtel Park, Waterloo; Albion Hills, Bolton; Thamesford; Tillsonburg,St. Mary's, Ingersoll, Mansfield Outdoor Centre, Owen Sound and Oxtongue Lake this year. New locations may be added.

SKI FOR LIFE
Cross Country Ski Instruction
Instruction by CANSI Qualified instructor

Welcome to Cross Country Ski Season
2011 2012

Cross country skiing is a great activity for ALL ages -families, singles, couples, seniors.

Lessons will be offered winter weekends and weekdays at a variety of locations close to the GTA, the K-W area, Central Ontario, and Arrowhead Park, Huntsville

All equipment provided.

Consider involving your group or joining others in a fun program that will help you become and remain active. Lessons are suitable for ages 9 and up and geared to beginners, and those looking to improve skills and confidence on a variety of terrain including hills.
Make it a day trip or a "Stay and Ski" getaway. (see below)

Come join us on the trail!

WHY TAKE A LESSON ?

Correct technique allows you to ski better & farther, providing the best possible cardiovascular workout

Cross country skiing is an invigorating winter sport you can share with family and friends

Beautiful trails, woods, and lakes are there to be discovered

Mastering skills allows you to ski safely and with confidence and it's FUN, FUN, FUN !!

CHECK OUT SKI AND STAY OPPORTUNITIES BELOW

JUST FOR YOU B&B, Thamesford. Trails on site and in area. Inviting setting for lessons.

THE TULIP INN near Huntsville, which offers beginner-level trails on site and immediate proximity to beautiful
ARROWHEAD PROVINCIAL PARK which offers groomed and track set trails ideal for both beginner and expert skiers. Special ski package available at Tulip Inn.

20 BELLS LAKE B&B AND SPA near Nobleton. Ski and Stay package available. Lesson location just a few minutes away at ALBION HILLS CONSERVATION AREA An excellent base for a Ski for Life outing.

COBBLE BEACH RESORT north of Owen Sound. Lessons on site. An amazing location on Georgian Bay. Accommodations available.

ANGEL HOUSE B&B 3 Nelson St. Creemore. A charming place to stay while taking advantage of a ski lesson at MANSFIELD OUTDOOR CENTRE or SCENIC CAVES NORDIC CENTRE with Ski for Life. Lots to see and do in lovely Creemore as well, to round out your stay.

A new venue for Ski for Life is CEDARS OF EUGENIA COTTAGE RESORT a family-oriented, housekeeping cottage resort on the shores of Lake Eugenia near Flesherton and Markdale. Beautiful groomed trails of Glenelg Nordic Ski Club close by.

Season's scheduled events

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Our philosophy:	SKI FOR LIFE provides cross country skiing instruction in Southern and Central Ontario. The lessons focus upon the development of fundamental skiing skills while teaching not only the importance of physical fitness but also demonstrating cross country skiing as an active winter lifestyle. The friendly and competition free approach used by SKI FOR LIFE provides a comfortable learning environment that is appealing to beginner, novice, and intermediate skiers of all ages. No experience is necessary.	We offer skiing lessons and provide the equipment right at your site for:
To teach the sport of cross-country skiing to a wide variety of citizens in Southern and Central Ontario ranging from nine years old to seniors and to pass on to them the passion, enjoyment, and physical benefits which we ourselves derive from it.		B&B's, motels, country inns, retreat centres etc. individual interested in learning more about cross country skiing groups or organizations (e.g. schools) companies wishing to provide an all day outing special events such as birthdays or family reunions.
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	"I know Dan to be an honest, caring, dedicated man and his program is not only an enjoyable activity, it is a good cardiovascular workout which can only contribute to a healthy lifestyle." Dr. Richard Dalby - Chief of Staff Tillsonburg Memorial Hospital Tillsonburg, Ontario	Ski for Life is aimed at encouraging people in the communities of Ontario to participate in an activity which we are certain will target one of the most crucial risk factors for cardiovascular disease, namely lack of physical activity.
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	The term Ski for Life reflects two different aspects of life: we are stressing the vitality and longevity of life by promoting a healthy lifestyle which can prevent cardiovascular disease from putting a premature end to one's life by the occurrence of debilitating heart attacks or strokes. by starting with an active, enjoyable, fun pursuit for youngsters at age eight or nine, we are promoting a lifelong pattern of activity which can be carried on with vigour into one's sixties, seventies, and eighties. This is in marked contrast to other sporting activities for youngsters such as hockey, basketball, or baseball which tend to come to an end during one's late teenage years.

Contact us today to find out how you can sign up for an ongoing session,
or for more information on how the program can fit your needs:
Dan Mahony
Phone: (519) 842-4652
Email: info@skiforlife.net - TO TOP OF PAGE -