When: October 11-13, 2025 – all sessions start at 10 am and end between 1-2 pm

Where: Oro-Medonte – various locations

Who: Open to U14 Y2, U16, U18, U20 SOD skiers who are training full time and who have been training regularly on roller skis. 

Led by Team Hardwood head coach, Jack Sasseville supported by other Team Hardwood coaches and coaches from other SOD clubs. 

Open to all SOD coaches even if they do not have skiers at the camp. Coaches will work together to share ideas and information and to support all skiers at the camp.

Camp Focus: 3 days of high intensity/ time trials to simulate a typical 3 day OCup race weekend

Camp Schedule:

Day 1: Hill test and intervals – ski imitation with poles 

Location: Mount St Louis ski hill

Race day warmup simulation

6-8 minute uphill ski imitation with poles test

Ski imitation technique work

Day 2: Roller ski double pole Time Trial 

Location: Ingram Rd and 4th line – mostly flat terrain

Race day warmup simulation

6-8 km distances in on an out and back course

Video taken during TT

Double pole technique work after TT based on video 

Day 3: 3000 meter run and roller ski skate agility

Location: Twin Lakes Secondary School

Warmup

50 meter and 3000 meter run

Roller ski skate agility session

Warmdown 

Equipment needed: 

Running clothing and equipment for all weather conditions.

Hill walking poles

Roller ski equipment for classic and skate

Water belt, sport drink, food for during and after each workout

Watch – preferably one that works with a heart rate monitor strap.

To register: Go to Zone4.ca 

Contact: Jack Sasseville
Email: [email protected]