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Multiple Job Openings at the Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation

The Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) is looking for a team player with excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication with a passion for snow and youth sports to join our team.  We have job openings for a Head Prep and Comp Coach, Prep and Comp Assistant Coaches, Development Assistant Coaches, and Recreation Assistant Coaches.   Head Prep and Comp Coach – This position is responsible for overseeing the cross country prep and comp programs (U12-18,...

Are You As Fast As You Think? Find Out With These Tracking Apps

In the past few years, the world of ski-tracking apps has seen a significant amount of change, with many of the typical players leaving the market, like Snowcru and Trace Snow, making room for newer brands to enter the slope-tracking scene.  The importance of these tracking apps cannot be overemphasized. As a result, we have compiled some recommendations for the top four ski monitoring applications currently available. Strava Alpine skiing has been introduced to the...

Job Opportunities at Snow Mountain Ranch

Located on over 120K of world-class terrain, Snow Mountain Ranch’s Nordic Center is the place to be for classic Nordic skiing, skate skiing, and skijoring. The Nordic Center is located and operated out of YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch, which operates a mission-based family and group conference and retreat center, serving more than 50,000 guests annually. The resort is located in Granby, Colorado, near Winter Park Resort and Grand Lake, Colorado, the...

Megève, France : A Great Place for Ski Training in Comfort

When you are a professional athlete, training takes a lot out of you. Therefore, you need an environment where you will be able to recuperate as best as possible, rapidly. That is what all of them will find, when they choose Megève to train, whether in winter on the slopes, or in summer time enjoying the sun and the fresh air. Outdoor and Indoor Training in a Private Chalet Athletes train their bodies almost all...

Helpful Sports to Add Variety to Your Cross-Country Skiing Training

Finland in March for the long days, Chile in the autumn, and Germany in the winter stand out as top skiing destinations around the year. However, even the most avid cross-country skier can’t always hop around the world to land in the best spots. Being distinctly weather-dependent, there are perfect times of the year to get into the sport, leaving the rest of the time prime for improving away from the snow. As cross-country skiing...

Reconstruction Progress Cross-Country Ski Center at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Winter Games

The upcoming 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games are being marketed as a festival of entertainment and athletics, all the way from Rome to the Mountain flair of Castel d’Ampezzo. Having introduced the Olympics to younger fans in Sochi and some other European countries, the Olympic Committee will return to the more stable ground by hosting the opening of the Winter Olympics in France’s finest renowned mountainous region – Chamonix. The Olympic Winter Games 2026...

Cross-Country Skiing Betting Odds

If you’re a fan of cross country skiing predictions, you may participate in professional contests sanctioned by the International Ski Federation (FIS). During major country ski events, our crew takes a look at the racers who are expected to be at the top of the scoreboard and compiles that, like betting. With so many different bookies offering odds on the World Cup events, determining which players are priced most favorably before placing an order is...

ASC Training Center Seeks Head Cross-Country and Biathlon Coach

The ASC is a non-profit organization operating a snow sports facility that offers Alpine, Snowboard, Nordic and Biathlon programs, clinics, competitions, recreational activities and a Nordic Center to the communities across Northern California. Position:  Cross Country and Biathlon head coach Employer:  Auburn Ski Club Inc. Reports to:  Nordic Program Director and Executive Director Employment:  11 Month, Full-time, Year-Round Compensation:  Competitive Compensation Package, DOE Benefits:  Per employee handbook and employment offer Deadline:  September 1st Function: Under...

Using a Bluetooth Headset While Skiing – Reasons to Get One

The benefits of using a Bluetooth headset while skiing is numerous. They are lightweight, comfortable, and easy to use. Some Bluetooth headphones even have a 100-meter range.  You can also use voice commands to control certain features. You will want to get one for skiing! Until then, here are some reasons to get one. Weigh the pros and cons to decide what’s right for you. Comfortable Using a Bluetooth headset while skiing is an excellent...

5 Tips for Skiers Who Are Always Cold

The cold… is what accompanies skiers at every step! Which is not surprising, after all, a winter sport! Even in wide and warm boots, in which most skiers ride, at temperatures below 15 degrees below zero, their feet can freeze. What can we say about narrower and colder shoes with good foot fixation. Let’s talk about what to do to prevent hypothermia, colds and just an uncomfortable state during skiing.   Pay attention to comfort...

Caledonia Nordic Ski Club Seeks Full Time Head Coach

  Head Coach Job Description The Caledonia Nordic Ski Club is seeking a highly motivated and skilled coach available for full time year-around employment effective Fall 2022. The position will lead and / or oversee programming from the Learning to Train through to Training to Win phases of athlete development. This position offers an annually renewable contract with a fair compensation package, including full benefits, phone plan coverage, and support to ensure a balanced work...

Skiing technique: How to Write own Blog about it

You have fallen in love with skiing. You love being out in the mountains, enjoying the powder and the amazing white scenery ahead of you. You love exploring distinct settings but also try different skiing techniques. You just love everything about skiing and you just want to share the love for this amazing sport with others too. And on top of this, you love cross-country skiing, which forces you to rely on your body and...

The Fear Factor: Five Ways Learning To Ski

At all skill levels, skiing is such an adrenaline rush. Even just equipping the skis for the first time may be challenging and enjoyable for a newbie. It’s such a rush when they begin to glide and you’re unsure of what to do (other than perhaps fling yourself in the snow). Your heart will undoubtedly race during your first skiing experience.The difficulties will increase as you advance and improve as a skier. But getting through...

The Best Cross-Country Skiers of All Time

As a sport, cross-country skiing has undergone many shifts, yet it’s been associated with many famous athletes that remain relevant until this day. Who are the biggest inspirations in the field? Being aware of most legendary players’ tendencies, you can predict future progressions of games and bet on Bovada with more confidence. In this article, we will take a look at the best cross-country skiers of all time and outline what makes them memorable:  ...

Top Ski Weekend Destinations in Europe

Skiing need not be an extended European holiday affair as this novel sporting experience can easily be enjoyed over the weekend. That said, a lot of work and planning goes into making skiing for a short term during weekends a success. You need to pick your destination carefully, one that has an alpine airport with convenient flight times and easily accessible slopes suited to your style of skiing and hotel owners who are willing to...

Best Ski Chalets in France 2022

With the pandemic behind us, it is now safe to say that the countdown for the 2022 European skiing season is now officially on. As for which ski resorts to visit, you can easily put France on the top of the list. Not only a flurry of new restaurants and chalets have sprung up, but Eurostar’s direct Saturday ski train has made a welcome return. So irrespective of whether you are longing to master your...

Who Will The Men’s 2022/23 Ski Jumping World Cup?

After years of disruption because of the pandemic, the 2022/23 Ski Jump World Cup will return to normal at the end of this year. Kicking off in Wisla on they 5th of November, fans will be welcomed back to the competition and the venues will be much more spread out than they have been in recent years. The tournament will be held across Finland, Poland, Germany, Japan, USA, Norway and Romania, and looks set to...

Cross-Country Skiing World Cup 22/23: Review and Expectations 

The 2022/23  FIS Cross-Country World Cup will be the 42nd competition organized by the International Ski Federation.  The International Ski Federation (FIS) has run the competition since 1981. Men, women, and teams will compete in cross-country skiing events from November 2022 and conclude in March 2023.   Groups and individuals from across the globe will compete, making it another as thrilling season for competitors and fans as the online blackjack games. The qualification system for the...

Kimberley Nordic Club Seeks Coach

The Kimberley Nordic Club is seeking a coach with the vision, motivation and collaborative spirit to assist in further developing our thriving Nordic community. The Head Coach will lead programming for youth development and masters training groups. This role will also support program growth, coach and instructor training, school outreach, and general membership communication to collectively unify the club. The Kimberley Nordic Club (KNC) is a registered not-for-profit, full-service ski club whose goal is to...

Biggest Skiing Events Around The World

Skiing As a Sport: Original, Yet Overlooked The sensation of overall liberation, the rush of adrenaline that skiing may bring with it, and the social experience of enduring the magnificent experience with friends and family are not the only sources of beauty that skiing may offer with it. The allure of skiing is in the way in which people have utilized their ingenuity and imagination to turn the elements and everything they involve into an...