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Adult Programs

Tahoe Donner offers a variety of fun programs led by skilled instructors to help XC skiers of all ages and abilities. To get the most benefit, sign up for multiple months and/or different programs. If a program has sold out, email xc@tahoedonner.com to get on the waitlist.

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

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

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.

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 $134, Public $149
Dates:

  • January 4, 11, 18, 25
  • February 1, 8, 15, 22
  • March 1, 8, 15, 22

Program includes trail pass and rental gear for the 4 sessions if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

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.

Day + Time: Sundays: 1-2:30PM
Level: Beginner/Improver
Cost: Member $134, Public $149
Dates:

  • January 4, 11, 18, 25
  • February 1, 8, 15, 22
  • March 1, 8, 15, 22

Program includes trail pass and rental gear for the 4 sessions if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

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 $134, Public $149
Dates:

  • January 6, 13, 20, 27
  • February 3, 10, 17, 24
  • March 3, 10, 17, 24

Program includes trail pass and rental gear for the 4 sessions if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

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/season pass required.

Day + Time: Saturdays | 8:45-10:15AM
Levels: Intermediate, able to ski green trails or more advanced terrain
Cost: Member $134, Public $149
Dates:

  • January 4, 11, 18, 25
  • February 1, 8, 15, 22
  • March 1, 8, 15, 22

Please note rentals and trail pass are not included in this program. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

NEW – MONDAY – SISTERS IN SKATING – FITNESS FOCUS
A group starting in December just for women to ski together and improve skate skiing under the careful guidance of our best female instructors. This season’s program will be a fun way to improve your skiing and meet new ski friends. Sign up by the month, or for all four months of training and practice. Ski skating equipment and trail pass/season pass required.

Day + Time: Mondays: 10-11:30AM
Levels: Intermediate, able to ski green trails or more advanced terrain
Advanced: Skiing blue trails and exploring black trails
Cost: Per month: Member $134, Public $149. Season long Training Member $375 Public $417 ($30 more after Dec 1).

Dates:

  • December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
  • January 5, 12, 19, 26
  • February 2, 9, 16, 23
  • March 2, 9, 16, 23

Please note rentals and trail pass are not included in this program. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

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/season pass required.

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
Dates:

  • January Program: Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 2026 
  • February Program: Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 2026 
  • March Program: March. 4, 11, 18, 25 2026 

Please note rentals and trail pass are not included in this program. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

THURSDAY – MASTERS TRAINING GROUP
This season-long program starting in December is for skiers of all ages wishing to ‘step up’ their fitness and technique this season. Our coaching crew will help you set training goals, improve cardio fitness, increase endurance and strength and maximize technique efficiency. Sign up by the month, or for all four months of training. Skating and classic equipment and trail pass/season pass required.

Day + Time: Thursdays: 8:30-10AM
Levels: Intermediate through expert: Must be able to comfortably ski blue trails
Cost: Per month: Member $134, Public $149. Season long Training: Member $375 Public $417 ($30 more after Dec 1)

Dates:

  • December 4, 11, 18
  • January 8, 15, 22, 29
  • February 5, 12, 19, 26

Please note rentals and trail pass are not included in this program. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

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! 

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
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 

Please note rentals and trail pass are not included in this program. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals if needed.

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 19

 

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

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