Adult Programs
Tahoe Donner offers a variety of fun programs led by skilled instructors to help cross country skiers of all ages and abilities. To get the most benefit, sign up for our NEW season-long programs or try different programs month by month. If a program has sold out, email xc@tahoedonner.com to get on the waitlist.
PRE-SEASON PROGRAM
ADULT FALL PRE-SEASON CONDITIONING
Start preparing for the ski season this fall. Join us for these six fun sessions to start tuning up your technique and fitness to be ready when the snow arrives. Sessions include stretching, strength work, interval training and technique instruction.
LEVEL: All ages (13 and older) and levels of ski ability welcome. Basic level of fitness required, as participants will be moving for over an hour.
DATE + TIME: Saturdays | 8:30-10AM
LOCATION: Alder Creek Adventure Center patio
SESSION: Six sessions from Oct. 18-Nov. 22, 2025
COST: Member $99, Public $119
4-WEEK + SEASON-LONG PROGRAMS
BEGINNER / IMPROVER PROGRAMS
SUNDAY – LEARN TO SKATE SKI
An ideal 4-week program if you are new to skate skiing or just getting started. Our skilled instructors will help you dial in the fundamentals of correct body positioning and timing of movements to make skating efficient and fun. To make it even easier to get started, the price of this 4-week program includes a trail pass and rentals for the sessions if needed.
Day + Time: Sundays | 8:45AM-10:15AM
Level: Some cross country or downhill skiing and the ability to be active on skis for over an hour required
Cost: Member $233, Public $275 per monthly 4-week program. Includes trail pass and rental gear for the sessions
Dates:
- January 4, 11, 18, 25
- February 1, 8, 15, 22
- March 1, 8, 15, 22
SUNDAY – DISCOVER XC SKIING
The BEST way to learn about the joys of cross country skiing spread over four Sunday afternoons. This class is designed to introduce you to the sport, and take you to a level where you feel comfortable with the basic skills of classic cross country skiing and give you the confidence to get out to enjoy the trails. To make it even easier to get started, the price of this 4-week program includes a trail pass and rentals for the sessions if needed.
Day + Time: Sundays: 1-2:30PM
Level: Beginner/Improver
Cost: Member $233, Public $275 per monthly 4-week program. Includes trail pass and rental gear for the sessions
Dates:
- January 4, 11, 18, 25
- February 1, 8, 15, 22
- March 1, 8, 15, 22
TUESDAY – SISTERS IN SKATING – BEGINNERS
A group just for women to ski together and discover the fun of skate skiing under the careful guidance of our best female instructors. To make it even easier to get started, the price of this 4-week program includes a trail pass and rentals for the sessions if needed.
Day + Time: Tuesdays: 10-11:30AM
Level: Some cross country or downhill skiing and the ability to be active on skis for over an hour required
Cost: Member $233, Public $275 per monthly 4-week program. Includes trail pass and rental gear for the sessions
Dates:
- January 6, 13, 20, 27
- February 3, 10, 17, 24
- March 3, 10, 17, 24
PROGRAMS FOR INTERMEDIATES AND ABOVE
SATURDAY – INTERMEDIATE SKATE SKI IMPROVEMENT
For weekend skate skiers looking to take their skills to the next level. If you are skating the greens and the blues and want to be more efficient, this is the class for you. Ski skating equipment and trail pass required. We recommend you consider investing in a season pass and a season rental package if you need gear.
Day + Time: Saturdays | 8:45-10:15AM
Levels: Intermediate, able to ski green trails or more advanced terrain
Cost: Member $134, Public $149 per monthly 4-week program
Dates:
- January 10, 17, 24, 31
- February 7, 14, 21, 28
- March 7, 14, 21, 28
NEW! MONDAY – SISTERS IN SKATING – FITNESS FOCUS
A group just for women to ski together and improve fitness, technique and confidence out on the trails. Suitable for recreational skiers looking for a fun way to improve their skiing and meet new ski friends. Sign up for the whole season for the most benefit. Ski skating equipment and a trail pass are required. We recommend you consider investing in a season pass and a season rental package if you need gear.
Day + Time: Mondays: 10-11:30AM
Levels: Intermediate, able to ski green trails or more advanced terrain
Cost: Sign up by the month, or for the whole season for the best deal
Dates:
- December 8, 15, 22, 29
- January 5, 12, 19, 26
- February 2, 9, 16, 23
- March 2, 9, 16, 23
MONTHLY 4-week program: Member $134 | Public $149
ALL SESSIONS: December 8 – March 23: Member $375 | Public $417
WEDNESDAY – SISTERS IN SKATING – INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED
A group just for women to ski together and improve skate skiing under the careful guidance of our best female instructors. These 4-week programs are a fun way to improve your skiing and meet new ski friends. Ski skating equipment and trail pass required. We recommend you consider investing in a season pass and a season rental package if you need gear.
Day/Time: Wednesdays | 10-11:30AM
Levels: Intermediate, able to ski green trails or more advanced terrain
Advanced: Skiing blue trails and exploring black trails
Cost: Member $134, Public $149 per 4-week program
Dates:
- January 7, 14, 21, 28
- February 4, 11, 18, 25
- March 4, 11, 18, 25
THURSDAY – MASTERS TRAINING GROUP
For skiers of all ages wishing to ‘step up’ their fitness and technique. Our coaching crew will help you set training goals, improve cardiovascular fitness, increase endurance and strength and maximize technique efficiency. Sign up for the whole season for the most benefit. Skating and classic equipment and trail pass required. We recommend you consider investing in a season pass and a season rental package if you need gear.
Day/Time: Thursdays: 8:45-10:15AM
Levels: Intermediate through expert: Must be able to comfortably ski blue trails
Cost: Sign up by the month, or for the whole season for the best deal
Dates:
- December 4, 11, 18, Jan 1
- January 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- February 5, 12, 19, 26
- March 5, 12, 19, 26
MONTHLY 4-week program: Member $134 | Public $149
ALL SESSIONS: December 8 – March 23: Member $375 | Public $417
NEW! FRIDAY – MASTERING CLASSIC SKI TECHNIQUE
Explore the beauty, flow, efficiency and grace of advanced classic ski technique. Led by our most passionate and experienced instructors, we guarantee your skiing will improve to the next level, or two, or three! Classic equipment and trail pass required. We recommend you consider investing in a season pass and a season rental package if you need gear.
Day + Time: Fridays | 10-11:30AM
Levels: Improver through intermediate: Must be able to comfortably classic ski green and blue trails.
Cost: Member $134, Public $149 per 4-week program
Dates:
- January Program: Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 2026
- February Program: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 2026
- March Program: March. 6, 13, 20, 27 2026
STORM DAYS
We are a hardy bunch of coaches, but in the event of a major snow or rain event, we may decide to cancel sessions for the safety of our customers and staff. A decision to cancel will be communicated by email to you the day before the scheduled session. If we have to cancel a program session, we will offer a make-up session.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Find our most current cancellation policies here.