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What is nordic skiing

Cross-country skiing, also known as Nordic skiing, is a form of skiing that takes place on flat or gently rolling terrain. Unlike alpine skiing, where you descend slopes, cross-country skiing is primarily done on flat ground or slight inclines, using either an alternating glide technique or skate skiing, with movements similar to walking or running.

Cross-country skis are thinner and longer than alpine skis, and the bindings only secure the front part of the foot, allowing significant flexibility at the heel.

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What are the benefits of nordic skiing ?

Cross-country skiing is an excellent cardiovascular exercise that engages all muscle groups, improving overall fitness and endurance. It is accessible to all skill levels and ages, making it ideal for beginners as well as experienced skiers. It allows you to enjoy winter landscapes in peace, often away from the more crowded alpine ski slopes.

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How to dress to do nordic skiing ?

For cross-country skiing, prioritize layering with:

  • Breathable base layer: Wear clothing made from breathable materials (close to the body to wick away sweat and keep the skin dry).
  • Insulating mid-layer: Use a fleece or wool layer for thermal insulation while remaining breathable.
  • Lightweight, windproof, waterproof outer layer: Choose a jacket that protects against snow or rain.
  • Cross-country ski pants: Opt for pants specifically designed for cross-country skiing, often made from stretch, windproof, and breathable materials.
  • Gloves or mittens: Wear gloves or mittens suitable for cross-country skiing.
  • Lightweight hat or headband: A light hat or headband is usually sufficient for your head. Ensure it's made from breathable material to prevent overheating.
  • Sunglasses or Goggles: Protect your eyes from sunlight reflecting off the snow and from the elements with sunglasses or goggles.
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Want to try biathlon? This discipline combines the endurance needed for cross-country skiing with the calm and precision required for shooting! Evolution 2 offers you the chance to experience this sport in a unique way, with expert guidance to help you enhance your skills in both skiing and shooting.

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Calka

We had two hours of cross-country skiing with Pascal and loved the experience. Pascal is very friendly and educational!

David S.

Very nice delightful presentation to biathlon with my family makes this day on the site of Livraz and top monitor!

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Laurence

Biathlon discovery activity with a group of friends with Valentine and Alex .... We loved it ! Alex knew how to adapt to each of us. There is no better way to unite a group!
He knows how to share his passion with a lot of professionalism and good humour...

Lisandro

We took a few introductory lessons in cross-country skiing, and the instructor was very patient and encouraging, so thank you Pascal for this discovery!
The equipment had been pre-booked in the shop opposite, everything went as planned.

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Le stage qu'il lui faut...
Beginner

For toddlers (under 4 years old). He discovers the snow and slides it !

Kids Club, Panda Club

Beginner

For older children (from 4 years old). He discovered skiing !

Baby Yeti

Beginner

From 6 years or Baby Yeti acquired. He knows how to chain snowplough turns on low slopes, put on and take off.

Small Yeti

Beginner

Small Yeti level acquired. He knows how to climb stairs, get up alone after a fall and masters the snowplow turn with parallel ski crossing on green slope.

Yeti 1

Intermediate

Yeti level 1 acquired. He makes skid turns on an easy green and blue run.

Yeti 2

Intermediate

Yeti 2 level acquired. He knows how to make parallel turns on a blue run, and cross hollows and bumps.

Yeti 3

Intermediate

Yeti level 3 acquired. He masters parallel turns and sculling with poles on a red run.

Super Yeti

Advanced

Super Yeti Level Acquired. They master short and long radius carved turns. They are comfortable on red and black slopes. Initial off-piste training and freestyle improvement

Yeti Rider

Advanced

Super Yeti Level Acquired. They discover the first off-piste routes. They learn about safety equipment. They get up on their own in off-piste areas.

Junior Academy 1

Advanced

Super Yeti Level Acquired. They will learn to ski on different types of snow, make their own tracks off-piste, and adjust their speed according to the off-piste conditions and types of snow.

Junior Academy 2

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The course you need...
Beginner

You have never skied, or only a few hours, skiing is brand new. The objective of the week is to evolve in autonomy in snowplough turns on green slopes.

Beginner or "Learn to turn" courses

Intermediate

You have already done 1 to 2 weeks of skiing, you are going down the easy green and blue slopes. You are autonomous on the ski lifts.

Intermediate 1 / Class 1 / Level 1 or Perfect Parallel Green / Level Green

Intermediate

You have 2 to 4 weeks of skiing, you ski on blue slopes in parallel, you know how to skid, and pass on small movements of ground.

Intermediate 2 / Class 2 / Level 2, or Perfect Parallel Beu / Level Blue

Intermediate

You have been skiing for several years and are able to ski parallel on red slopes. You want to perfect your parallel turn in all terrain and ski safely on black slopes.

Class 3, or Perfect Parallel Red / Level Red

Advanced

You have a good level of skiing, on any type of terrain. You want to progress technically and discover off-piste and/or new techniques (carving, bumps, etc.).

Class 4, BLACK Level, Fine Skills or Off-Piste Courses

Level
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The training you need...
Beginner

 

I have never snowboarded.

 

Beginner or Rookie courses

Intermediate

I am autonomous with my snowboard and on the ski lifts. I want to learn how to chain turns on blue or red runs.

 

Intermediate courses, Improver 1 or Level 1

Intermediate

I master the turns on blue and red slopes, and I did my first jump/slide rotations. I want to improve the sequences of turns on any type of track, jumps and basic rotations.

 

Intermediate courses, Improver 2 or Level 2

Advanced

I master turns on red/black slopes, the Switch on steep slopes, and at ease off-piste. I want to deepen my tricks and learn to adapt my technique to all types of snow and slopes.

Confirmed/advanced/expert courses, Improver 3 or Switch

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