Important Note: Make sure you 'try out' your equipment at least 2 to 3x's before coming to your first class. You may notice that different boots may fit your snowshoes better than others so make sure you're prepared.
This greatly reduces class hold ups, disappointments and surprises!

How to Register

Step 1/ To register simply let me know by email or phone (contact info below). This will get your name on the list as classes fill quickly.

Step 2/ Complete and mail in 3 forms: ( pls see 'Forms' below)
1/ Par Q form
2/ Waiver form
3/ Pre-registration form

Step 3/ Please fill out and bring with you to each class the 'Emergency Contact Card '
* Pls don't mail this form. It is for you to complete and carry with you at all times.

Step 4/ Please mail all payments/forms in advance to the address below. This will greatly speed the registration process on colder mornings so that participants can get started with their warm up.
* Pre-registration also guarantees your spot in the class.

Snowshoe Classes

Mondays 10:00am - Beginner /Intermediate
Mondays 10:00am - Intermediate/Advanced
Wednesdays 10:00am - Beginner /Intermediate
Wednesdays 10:00am - Intermediate/Advanced
Fridays 10am - Beginner/Intermediate
Fridays 10am - Intermediate/Advanced
Saturdays 10:00am - Beginner/Intermediate
Saturdays 10:00am - Intermediate/Advanced

Snowshoe Class Descriptions
Beginners must be in good physical health and comfortable brisk walking for 1 hour non-stop. Snowshoeing is more intense than walking so you will feel the increase in your heart rate and working muscles. Beginners will be encouraged to work at their own level of fitness and will increase their overall fitness level within a few short weeks.
The basics of 'on/off trail' snowshoeing and the Tom Rutlin technique of Urban/Nordic walking with the poles will be taught and practiced. This is a great winter workout with variety of trails, terrain and intensities. The poles offer an upper body workout that targets core, back, chest, triceps and shoulders while you snowshoe!

Intermediate This is a great class for those fit individuals who have stayed active all year round ie. Nordic walking, fitness classes, cycling etc. There will be a variety of trails, terrain and intensities. Participants will be encouraged to slowly increase their intensity by using a variety of poling actions, speed, hills, intervals etc. Nordic walking poles using the Tom Rutlin Technique will also be used to offer a great upper body workout.

Advanced This class is for those who are very fit and welcome the challenge of fresh snow and a variety of exercises, terrain, intervals and speeds. Nordic walking poles will add more intensity as the upper body works just as hard as the lower.

For your convenience, classes offer a combination of either Beginner/Intermediate or Intermediate/Advanced. If you feel the class you have registered for is too easy or too difficult then you have the option of switching classes.

Forms

PAR Q's and Waiver's must be signed and sent in with your Pre-Registration form. If you're unable to print these in advance then please ask your Instructor for an extra copy. Just make sure you have read them in advance.

The Emergency Contact Card is not to be mailed in but completed and carried with you at all times during classes. This is for everyone's benefit in case of accident or emergency.

Already filled out a Par Q and Waiver in past 12 months? No need to fill out another unless there are changes to your health status or contact information.

Session Dates

Cost *All prices include HST

'Option A' Session 1 - January 7 to February 10, 2012 ( 5 weeks)
1x per week - $ 40.00 Own poles $ 50.00 Borrow poles
2x per week - $ 80.00 Own $100.00 Borrow
3x per week - $120.00 Own $150.00 Borrow

'Options B' Session 2 - February 11 to March 9, 2012 ( 4 Weeks)
1x per week - $32.00 Own poles $ 42.00 Borrow poles
2x per week - $64.00 Own $ 84.00 Borrow
3x per week - $96.00 Own $126.00 Borrow

'Option C' Sessions 1 & 2 - January 7 to March 9, 2012 ( 9 Weeks)
1x per week - $ 72.00 Own poles $ 82.00 Borrow poles
2x per week - $141.00 Own $161.00 Borrow
3x per week - $211.00 Own $241.00 Borrow

Discounts Apply for Option C
$3 discount applies if you register for 2x per week for both sessions.
$5 discount applies if you register for 3x per week for both sessions.

*Registration for snowshoe classes must be made in advance.
* There are no drop ins for any of the Snowshoe Classes.
*All participants must be familiar with own equipment before coming to class. Pls read above.


To Register in Advance, please send fees with completed forms to:

Wendi Paterson
3041 Ridgetop Rd
Dunrobin, Ontario
K0A 1T0

Phone:613-832-4407
email:wendipaterson@hotmail.com