Summer Juniors Program

Weeks 1-4 training are up. For Monday, remember to wear shoes/clothing for running, bounding, and strength work.  Layers are a good idea for the morning.  Some way to hydrate during practice is a must too. Our first day of rollerskiing will be this Thursday. Things to bring Thursday are: A pair of skate-length poles, with [...]

Thanks to all those who made it out to our info meeting on Thursday, and for those that couldn’t, no worries!  Here’s the scoop on the plan for this summer.  The DXC Summer Juniors Program exists for those 7-12th grade skiers who want to improve on their nordic skiing race performance for the upcoming winter [...]

Still on the fence about joining DXC’s Summer Juniors program? It’s not too late to sign up! Join us for an informational meeting at 7:15 PM on June 6th at the Ordean Middle School Cafeteria. Here you will have an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the program and to meet the [...]

Last weekend DXC wrapped up its seventh Summer Juniors Program with a roller ski and picnic at Park Point. Thirty athletes participated in the eight-week program, which was coached by former Green Bay skier Craig Hertz and current St. Scholastica skiers Joe Dubay, Sarah Allen, and Paul Schommer. Thanks to the coaches, parents, Young Athletes [...]

Training for Week 7 (A/I) & (B/I): Monday (7/23): Chester (Meet @ playground) Warmup Trail run (30 min.) (15 min.) Hill striding/running circuit (The Wall/ski hill/side hill) (4x) (3x) General Strength (all) Tuesday (7/24): On your own  60 min. easy run or 90 min. easy rollerski or 1:45 min. easy bike 40 min. easy run or 60 min. easy rollerski or [...]

Athletes and their parents are invited to meet the Summer Juniors coaches and learn more about the program, which begins June 11th. If you’re not registered but are thinking about signing up, you’re welcome to attend. Meet in the Woodland School cafeteria at 7pm. Click here for more info about the Summer Juniors Program or [...]

DXC is accepting applications for a Summer Juniors Program Mentor. This newly created position is an opportunity for alumni of the Summer Juniors Program who have graduated from high school to work with younger athletes under the supervision of DXC coaching staff. Mentors commit to volunteering for at least two beginner/intermediate training sessions per week [...]

Hey skiers entering 8th-12th grade! If you want to work hard, have fun, and become a better skier, we hope you’ll join us for DXC’s seventh Summer Juniors Program coached by Craig Hertz, Sarah Allen, and Paul Schommer.  *New this year: for most training sessions, skiers will be divided into groups based on fitness and skill [...]

DXC’s Summer Juniors Program is in its seventh year, and we’re seeking enthusiastic coaches to work with the athletes! Last summer we had 35+ participants, and registrations are already coming in for 2012. Coaches earn between $500-$1200 for the eight-week program (6/10-8/4), depending on prior experience and how many sessions you work (a minimum of [...]

Monday (8/1) – Chester Playground (7-8:30am OR 5-6:30pm) Warmup run 3k running TT Strength assessment Short run Tuesday (8/2) – OYO 45-60 min. run OR 60-90 min. rollerski Wednesday (8/3) – Brighton Beach (7-9am OR 5-7pm) Warmup jog Skate Rollerski (L3 long intervals for some, technique work for others) Strength Thursday (8/4) – Park Point [...]