Want to ski faster, go farther and train smarter? Our expert-designed training plans help you build fitness, improve endurance, and peak at the right time—whether you’re racing, or skiing for health, fitness and fun.
Watch the video to see inside a typical training plan.
All plans are built to the same high standards.
Year round training plan for health, endurance and speed.
A professional training plan for health, endurance and speed.
per month,
billed monthly
USD
per month,
billed yearly ($117 USD)
A year round training plan, delivered through TrainingPeaks.
Year round training plan plus access to all our ski technique videos.
Year round training plan plus access to all our ski technique videos.
per month,
billed monthly
USD
per month,
billed yearly ($162 USD)
Everything in Video Membership + Training Plan
Year round training plan, technique videos, free TrainingPeaks Premium, coach support and more!
Year round training plan, technique videos, free TrainingPeaks Premium, coach support and more!
per month,
billed monthly
USD
per month,
billed yearly ($450 USD)
Everything in Video Membership + Training Plan PLUS...
Everything plus our highest level of personal coaching support.
Everything plus our highest level of personal coaching support.
per month,
billed monthly
USD
Everything in Training Club, PLUS...
What is the refund policy?
Training Plan or Combo Video & Training Plan Membership
Training Club Memberships
Do payments auto-renew?
Yes, both annual and monthly memberships auto-renew. We send 2 reminder emails prior to the annual renewal.
How do I cancel and what happens?
You can cancel anytime from your Account Page. It’s easy! Please do it yourself.
You will continue to have access to all your membership materials and your training plan until your membership expires. When your membership expires all future workouts on your plan will disappear, but your past workouts will remain.
Does the Training Club include access to all technique videos?
Yes.
I already have a “Video” Nordic Ski Lab Membership. Can I get a refund if I join the Training Club?
If you bought a Video membership within the last 30 days, email us for a refund. Otherwise, there are no refunds as the per-month cost is nominal and transaction fees are high.
Can I pause my membership?
Sorry, but no.
Are there team discounts?
Sorry, but no.
I already pay for a TrainingPeaks Premium subscription. Can I get a credit if I join the Training Club?
Unfortunately no, but as soon as your current subscription expires we will take over payments for as long as you are a Training Club member.
Am I healthy enough to train?
The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire for Everyone ( PAR-Q form) is a great tool to assess your readiness. If you have concerns, consult your doctor before starting.
What is TrainingPeaks and do I have to use it?
TrainingPeaks is an app widely used by endurance athletes to manage training and track progress. Using TrainingPeaks is the only way to get our plans.
Note, we strongly recommend that you have a Premium TrainingPeaks subscription so that you can adjust future works for different days and customize the plan in other ways.
Do I need a heart rate monitor?
A heart rate monitor is recommended but not required. TrainingPeaks supports all major brands, including Garmin, Suunto, Apple Watch, and Fitbit.
What equipment do I need?
Is there an Annual Training Plan and can I see it?
Yes, but it’s proprietary and not available to the public. The monthly plans are based on an optimized annual structure for cross-country skiers.
Who is this plan for?
Masters-level skiers of all fitness levels who want structured training and technique instruction. Whether you race or not, this program is designed to help you improve.
How does the Training Club compare with One-on-One Personal Coaching?
The Training Club offers many of the benefits of personal coaching but is not a direct substitute for one-on-one coaching.
With one-on-one coaching, your coach manages your training. In the Training Club, we give you the tools, structure, and support to manage it yourself—along with expert guidance when you need it.
How do I get help from a coach?
You get help when you need it through these key channels:
What are Onboarding Calls?
Onboarding calls help you get started with the Training Club. Your coach will help you with TrainingPeaks, the training plan and show you all the available resources.
How does the Training Diary work?
You start and maintain your own Training Diary in the Community Forum.
What are Accountability Emails?
Every week, you’ll receive a Sunday Accountability email with of skiing tips, advice, and inspiration to keep you motivated and on track.
How does technique feedback work?
Are there live coaching seminars?
Yes, but note the seasonal nature of the program:
Is this program only for serious racers? Do I have to race?
Racing is optional, and the plan is fully adaptable to your goals. Train as much or as little as you like.
About Race Peaking
The year round plan, used in both the Training Plan Only Memberships and the Training Club, is optimized for the American Birkie and one other key race, decided in September.
That said, the plan is designed to keep you race ready through the ski season. We also include supplemental race peaking plans (2 weeks for a key race and 3 days for other races) that you can swap into your plan as needed.
Can we meet in real life?
We plan to be at the 2025 S2S race in British Columbia and will organize meetups for club members. At this time, we don’t host our own on-snow events.
Does this program work for teams?
While designed for individuals, buddies or small teams can self-organize and follow the plan together. The key benefits:
Can I use the training plan for a masters’ ski group that I coach?
No, the plan is not licensed for coaches to use with their own athletes. However, you can join as an athlete, follow the plan for your own training, and apply what you learn to your group.
Important: It is against our terms of service to share login details or distribute training materials or videos. Violations will result in account termination.
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