About Kettle Moraine Ski School
Expert Cross-Country Ski Instruction
Whether you would like to tour or race, skate or stride, I can help you develop great technique. I am a self-avowed ski nerd and continue to attend PSIA clinics annually so that I can stay current with what’s new in the world of skiing. Many years ago, when I took my first lesson, I was so inspired to learn that there is teaching progression that allows anyone to learn to ski really well! Huh, who knew? You don't have to be some gifted natural skier of Norwegian decent, you just need to learn how skiing works! Yahoo! I could ski well too! In addition to all the technical details, I am passionate about skiing with relaxed, rhythmic flow. It’s all about the dance!
If you’re new to the sport, you will learn from the start how to glide and float rather than shuffle and struggle. Cross country skiing is only as strenuous as you make it. I can teach you the magic of nearly effortless skiing, and then you decide where you want to take the sport.
If you’re a veteran skier are you content with your efficiency? Would you like to ski farther or faster with less effort? Do you know and use all the different gears? Tons of folks don’t. Don't get stuck in the V1Skate or Classic Shuffle Club, call me and learn to dance all the way to Hayward or around the long loop at your favorite trail!
Lessons are always relaxed, fun-filled, encouraging, and packed with info!
What We Teach!
Classic
Downhill Skills on Skinny Skis
Classic
Such a beautiful motion! The diagonal stride is so smooth and rhythmic when done correctly. It's all about the GLIDE! Without gilde, all we're left with is work! Learn the secrets of glide and shifting gears between Diagonal, Double Pole, and Kick Double Pole.
Skate
Downhill Skills on Skinny Skis
Classic
What a Blast! Skate skiing can be magically fast but without proper instruction a new skier might want to throw their skis into the woods. Even to a veteran skier it can be so frustrating to see a skier working half as hard as you, and going twice as fast! Did you know that skating is nearly effortless? Let me show you the secrets and all the gears you need for a smooth trip though the woods.
Downhill Skills on Skinny Skis
Downhill Skills on Skinny Skis
Downhill Skills on Skinny Skis
Downhills, those darn downhills! I get so many calls from folks that want help managing downhills so they can safely and happily ski any trail. Do you wish you had the skills to let it rip on the hills rather than riding the brakes? Do you admire the guys that step turn around corners at a high rate of speed? Teaching downhill skills on ski trails is a challenge so I've partnered with my friends at Alpine Valley in East Troy, WI, to bring students out on skinny skis. The First Tracks beginner hill and Magic Carpet surface lift are a safe and fun environment for learning!