Summer Training

Every summer Mansfield Nordic Club (MNC) has a training program for athletes from all around the Burlington-area, and even farther away. We train 3-5 sessions per week, including roller skiing, bounding, running, core strength, biking, and other activities. New in 2012, we will have regular training in the Hinesburg-area, in addition to our training in the Jericho-area.

Summer training is endurance-based, with a focus on Nordic skiing. This means that any endurance athlete will find benefit from our programs: runners, cyclists, skiers, and swimmers alike. Our philosophy is geared towards long-term athlete development by building a base of endurance training, while learning and developing a wide-range of athletic skills.  

We hire fantastic coaches that have many years of experience as endurance athletes and coaches. Furthermore, we regularly invite celebrity guest coaches to build the motivation and excitement. In the past, our guest coaches have included: Skyler Davis (Jericho, VT / US Ski Team), Ida Sargeant (Craftsbury, VT / Craftsbury Green Racing Project), Jennie Bender (CXC Elite Team), Collegiate All-Americans, and other athletes from around the region.

For Summer 2012, we will offer 3-5 training sessions per week. This increase is a reflection of increased commitment and demand from the athletes. Cross-country skiing is definitely a year-round sport!

2012 Summer Development Group:

For younger athletes, or athletes that are new to summer fitness training.

Mondays 8:30 - 10:30 AM: Rollerski workout with technique and strength.
Wednesdays 8:30 - 10:30 AM: Bounding or running workout with agility, games, and core strength.
Saturdays 9:00 - ~11:00 AM: Longer workouts including rollerskiing, running, hiking, and cycling.
Sunday: *** Bonus Training = optional / informal sessions ***

Program Fee: $475 (or $350 for 2nd family member)

2012 Summer Competitive Group:

For the "veteran" athletes. This group will be limited in size to ensure high-quality coaching during the rollerski workouts.

Mondays 8:30 - 10:30 AM: Rollerski workout with technique and strength.
Wednesdays 8:30 - 10:30 AM: Bounding or running workout with moderate intensity + agility, games, and core strength.
Thursdays 4:30 - 6:30 PM: Rollerski workout with technique and speed.
Saturdays 9:00 - ~11:00 AM: Longer workouts including rollerskiing, running, hiking, and cycling.
Sunday: *** Bonus Training = optional / informal sessions ***

Program Fee: $600 (or $475 for 2nd family member)

2012 Collegiate Summer Training Group:

New for 2012, Mansfield Nordic Club will facilitate a training group for college skiers. This group will have training access to the Range, exposure to the Comp & Devo Teams, and support from all MNC coaches. Contact Tim for more info.