Ironwood, MI and surrounding area
About Us
Looking for Winter Fun?
Do you like to cross country ski?
Would you like to learn?
Do you love to be out in the woods on a beautiful winter's day and feel the crisp air on your face?
Would you like to get some exercise as you glide through the woods?
Are you looking for others who enjoy the sport of cross-country skiing to ski, train or race with?
Do you see yourself participating in a ski race or event?
If you answered yes to any one of these questions, then…
Team Gogebic Nordic Ski Club is looking for you!
Would you like to learn?
Do you love to be out in the woods on a beautiful winter's day and feel the crisp air on your face?
Would you like to get some exercise as you glide through the woods?
Are you looking for others who enjoy the sport of cross-country skiing to ski, train or race with?
Do you see yourself participating in a ski race or event?
If you answered yes to any one of these questions, then…
Team Gogebic Nordic Ski Club is looking for you!
Who We Are
Team Gogebic is a friendly group of
all ages that meets to have fun while improving their skiing abilities.
We encourage both classical skiing and skate skiing techniques.Our Goals
Our first and foremost goal is to have fun and promote cross-country skiing. Next is to increase event participation and create a support network for members to achieve their goals.
Last but certainly not least, is to encourage the youth of the area to ski and to develop any young athletes wishing to compete.
Winter Schedule
Our Winter session goes from Nov. - March. Generally, we meet Tues. and Thurs. afternoons from 4:00 - 5:00. Weekends are devoted to training on our own and racing. Come whichever days your schedule and interests allow.
We ski primarily at ABR and Wolverine Ski Trails near Ironwood.
We alternate between skating and striding. All are encouraged to learn both techniques.
Off-Season Training
Team Gogebic meets year-round to work on ski-specific conditioning. In the "off season" (when there is no snow) we devote ourselves to trail running with poles for the cardiovascular system, plyometrics for strength and proprioception, and roller skiing.
Team Gogebic meets year-round to work on ski-specific conditioning. In the "off season" (when there is no snow) we devote ourselves to trail running with poles for the cardiovascular system, plyometrics for strength and proprioception, and roller skiing.
Team Gogebic in a Nutshell
Anyone who wants to learn to ski, wants to ski more efficiently, wants to gain fitness through skiing, or wants to teach or coach skiing to others is welcome.
All ages and abilities are welcome.
We are a racing team AND a recreational ski club.
We meet Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each practice starts with an instructional component and then a ski during which we focus on that component.
We have made it as inexpensive as possible to participate. We will find a way for anyone serious about skiing to be able to.
Anyone who wants to learn to ski, wants to ski more efficiently, wants to gain fitness through skiing, or wants to teach or coach skiing to others is welcome.
All ages and abilities are welcome.
We are a racing team AND a recreational ski club.
We meet Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each practice starts with an instructional component and then a ski during which we focus on that component.
We have made it as inexpensive as possible to participate. We will find a way for anyone serious about skiing to be able to.
About the Team
Team Gogebic is a true team, in that we believe everyone is learning, and everyone has the ability to teach. That is why you will find many sessions led by others in the group who may not think of themselves as "coaches." Under the watchful eye of Coach Ken, it all comes together and we get better despite ourselves.
"I had a great time yesterday-
it made me glad all day today."
LeaAnn
LeaAnn
About the Coaches
Jackie Powers, assistant coach, has six years of Nordic skiing experience, knowledge and interest in nutrition, weight management, and exercise physiology.
Other experienced skiers and instructors are invited to join us throughout the year as their schedules allow.
"We accomplish in proportion to what we attempt."
Ken
2010 Membership Count: 61
38 Adults, ages 23 - 69, 22 men, 16 women
23 Youth, ages 6 - 24, 11 boys, 12 girls
10 Families, 7 Dads, 8 Moms
2009 Membership Count: 58
35 Adults, ages 23 - 69, 20 men, 15 women
23 Youth, ages 6 - 24, 10 boys, 13 girls
10 Families, 7 Dads, 8 Moms
2007/08 Team Gogebic Nordic Ski Club becomes "official" with their new ski suits and jackets.
