Para Nordics - Participate
Have you cross-country skied before? Do you want to try cross-country skiing for the first time but have a disability that might impact your ability to join in?
Nordic Racers’ Para Nordic Program introduces community members with a disability to cross-country skiing, offering instruction and training at all skill levels, so members of our local community can achieve their goals and enjoy the many social and health benefits of the sport.
Participants with a physical disability are invited to participate in planned Para Nordic Skiing is Believing (SIB) events held at Whistler Olympic Park.
If you think you would be interested in attending one of our Skiing is Believing Events please tell us more about yourself by clicking on the link at the top of the page.
Skiing is Believing (SIB)
Each SIB event is a full day introduction to or return to Nordic skiing and is intended for anyone 13 and older with a physical disability affecting sight, upper or lower limbs. We provide nationally certified coaches, trained guides, helpful volunteers and all equipment needed including equipment for those requiring a sit ski.
These events focus on participation. Our goal is to make the sport accessible and fun for participants, coaches and participating volunteers.
Wheelchair Users:
Must be able to transfer with minimal assistance and have enough upper body strength to move your own bodyweight in a sled. Support staff do not push athletes in our programs.
Standing Skiers:
Includes blind and visually impaired, individuals having a physical disability including amputees. cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, etc. Participants must be able to stand and walk at least 400m with or without walking aids such as a cane or crutches but without assistance from another person.
