Training and Skiing with Balance Nordic

Balance Nordic offers many training and ski opportunities to its members: Dryland Training, Nordic Strength and Conditioning, Club Ski, Coached Ski and Event Prep Training.

Dryland Training is an informal gathering of club members in the Minneapolis parks and on the Theo Wirth trails. Before the snow flies, we use this time to get our bodies ready for the rigors of the ski season through runs and ski-specific technique drills. Tuesday evening and Saturday meeting times and locations are coordinated through our Balance Nordic XC Facebook page.

Nordic Strength and Conditioning is a Balance Nordic specialty! As the only ski club in the city with access to a full gym, Balance Fitness Studio, we can dedicate our fall training to building muscular strength and endurance needed for effective skiing. Birkie champion and personal trainer Audrey Weber leads these small classes September through mid-November. REGISTER 

Club Ski is an informal gathering of club members organized through our Balance Nordic XC Facebook page. Club members are encouraged to join and organize club skis based on their training goals and agenda. With a club this diverse, you are sure to find a group to connect with, or recruit others to follow your lead!

Coached Ski is a 12-week program that prepares members for one of three Nordic events: The City of Lakes Loppet, The Vasaloppet or The American Birkebeiner. Coached skiers meet for weekly practice (Thursdays). When you sign up for coached ski, a Balance Nordic coach sends you individualized, weekly workouts based on your race, goals, level of experience and current ski conditions! REGISTER