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.
BEGINNER / IMPROVER PROGRAMS
SUNDAYS OR THURSDAYS – DISCOVER XC SKIING
The BEST way to learn about the joys of cross country skiing spread over four Sunday afternoons or Thursday mornings. Learn how to ski the flats, climb the hills, control speed on the downhills and tour the trails with our experienced instructors.
Level: Beginner/Improver, Fitness to be active for over an hour required
Day/Time: Sundays: 1-2:30PM
- January Program: Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26
- February Program: Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23
- March Program: Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23
- January Program: Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30
- February Program: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
- March Program: Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27
Cost: Members $224; Non Members $264.
Program includes trail pass and rental gear for the four sessions
MONDAYS – LEARN TO SKATE
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.
Level: Some cross country or downhill skiing experience and the basic fitness to be active on skis for over an hour required
Day/Time: Mondays: 10-11:30AM
- January Program: Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
- February Program: Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24
- March Program: Mar. 3, 10, 17, 24
Cost: Members $224; Non Members $264.
Program includes trail pass and rental gear for the four sessions
TUESDAYS – 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.
Level: Some cross country or downhill skiing experience and the fitness to be active on skis for over an hour required
Day/Time: Tuesdays: 10-11:30AM
- January Program: Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
- February Program: Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25
- March Program: Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25
Cost: Members $224; Non Members $264.
Program includes trail pass and rental gear for the four sessions
PROGRAMS FOR INTERMEDIATES AND ABOVE
FRIDAYS – 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 multiple months for the most benefit. Skating and classic equipment and trail pass/season pass required.
Level: Intermediate through expert: Must be able to comfortably ski blue trails
Day/Time: Fridays: 8:45-10:15AM
- December Program: Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27 (2024)
- January Program: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
- February Program: Feb 7, 14, 21, 28
- March Program: Mar, 7, 14, 21, 28
Cost: Members $134; Non Members $149.
Please note – price does not include trail pass or equipment. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals, or you can pay per day.
SATURDAYS – NEW INTERMEDIATE SKATING
This is a new offer for our weekend skate skiers looking to improve their skills. If you are skating the greens and blues and want to be more efficient, this is the class for you.
Level: Intermediate through expert: Must be able to comfortably ski blue trails
Day/Time: Saturdays: 8:45-10:15AM
- January Program: Jan 4, 11, 18, 25
- February Program: Feb 1. 8, 15, 22
- March Program: Mar, 1. 8, 15, 22
Cost: Members $134; Non Members $149.
Please note – price does not include trail pass or equipment. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals, or you can pay per day.
WEDNESDAYS – 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.
Level: Intermediate: able to ski green trails or more advanced terrain. Advanced: skiing blue trails and exploring black trails
Day/Time: Wednesdays: 10-11:30AM
- January Program: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29
- February Program: Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26
- March Program: March 5, 12, 19, 26
Cost: Members $134; Non Members $149.
Please note – price does not include trail pass or equipment. We recommend you invest in a season pass and season rentals, or you can pay per day.
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.