Other Cross Country Ski Organisations
Armed Forces Para Snowsport Team
An independent charity that uses the restorative and transforming power of para-snowsports to accelerate and support the recovery and welfare of our wounded, injured and sick military personnel and veterans.
This includes the only UK year round para pathway programme into para nordic skiing – where they offer a unique environment for those with physical or psychological conditions to achieve individual and team goals. As a team they grow and develop together to achieve freedom and independence on snow.
Email Elizabeth for more details - info@britishbiathlon.com
The programme aims to:
- Restore self-confidence, physical and psychological wellbeing for life;
- Foster an improved sense of purpose and regain a competitive team spirit
- Encourage a successful integration into civilian life
- Strengthen relationships with family, friends and wider society
British Association of Snowsport Instructors - BASI
John Mordue has been Nordic Director of BASI for the last 7 years and BASI Nordic now has over 200 nordic/cross country members. During the last 7 years as Nordic Director, John has had contact with about 50 to 60 of these members, all of whom are passionate and enthusiastic about nordic/cross country skiing, and contribute positively to a vibrant network within BASI.
The instructor training and assessment courses give members great opportunities to achieve the high standards set. These take you all the way up to ISIA level with a mountain safety off track remit. Progression through these levels provides a mechanism for members to continue developing as instructors and become increasingly competent. Prior preparation is a very significant factor is getting a successful outcome on a course.
In addition BASI has a separate discipline for Telemark which is in essence an integral part of the cross country/nordic discipline. Thats certainly what Sondre Norheim thought! (If that reference doesn't ring a bell, look him up on google!) Again the telemark courses provide a staged progression to instruct at the highest level with both ISIA and a mountain safety off track remit.
BASI cross country advertises courses on the website and military groups are also invited to commission closed courses for their personnel. BASI also offers a defined process to recognise certain qualifications gained in the military or from other ski organisations as appropriate. Recognition can also given to both winter ML and IML qualifications in the progression to meeting mountain safety ability and thereby achieving an off track remit.
BASI members with a full current licence get public liability insurance cover for activities which fall within the remit of their level as an instructor.
You can find out more on the BASI website (link above) or email questions to the office.
The British Biathlon Union (BBU) was formed in 1996 as the National Governing Body for the Olympic Sport of Biathlon in Great Britain. The BBU is a full member of the International Biathlon Union (IBU), The British Olympic Association (BOA), National Olympic Committee (NOC) and UK Sport. It is a not for profit, membership based organisation, funded through membership, the IBU and wider donors. It has required sustained investment from the military where the combined energy, drive and determination of Athletes and Staff has allowed for continued International representation on the World Stage for over 4 decades.
The BBU has created a stable platform where the opportunity is now to dare to push British boundaries and pioneer a pathway from grassroots to World Cup success. It is committed to fulfilling its vision, whilst understanding there is much to be done. The BBU does not fear ambitious targets and will thrive on the challenge. It is now dedicated to building the foundations to make this a viable model to increase participation and harness talent. They endeavour to create a legacy across all levels, changing the landscape of British Biathlon and ensure Great Britain remains on the World Stage.
They encourage participation in the sport to improve physical and psychological wellbeing for life, but also offer a pathway to grow and develop the young talent that wishes to progress and deliver World Class performances. They will enhance the profile, and drive the growth of the BBU through innovative thinking, a dynamic management team and collaboratively working with our stakeholders to deliver a world leading programme.
Email Elizabeth for more details - info@britishbiathlon.com
British Masters Cross Country Ski Association
The Masters World Cup is the annual competition for Master skiers from around the world and the BMCCSA exists primarily to allow British skiers to take part in this event.
Please contact Adam Pinney through the link above for joining information.
The 2022 Masters World Championship will be held in Canmore, Canada in March 2022, and in Seefeld in March 2023.
Further details on arrangements for 2022 in Canmore can be found here.
The Royal Air Force Nordic Association offers all serving RAF Regular, Reserve and University Air Squadron personnel the unique opportunity to sample one of the most physically challenging and enjoyable of the winter sports - Nordic skiing. In the RAF, Nordic skiing encompasses the separate international winter sport disciplines of Biathlon (skiing and shooting), and Cross-country skiing. We offer our membership full training in both disciplines and the opportunity to represent the Royal Air Force in National and Inter-Service competitions, and cross-country ski marathons all over Europe. During the summer, we use roller skis that allow us to train throughout the year and focus on the Nordic ski techniques. We also represent the Royal Air Force in GB Roller Ski Championship competitions across the UK. All equipment is provided to ensure our members can achieve their potential from the outset.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RAFNordic/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAFNordic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rafnordic/
Defence Connect: RAF Nordic
- increase participation in snow-sports
- develop sustained participation in snowsports
- identify and help develop talented performers in snowsports
A group for visually impaired people who enjoy the freedom and challenge of cross country skiing. The group are enthusiastic cross country skiers spread throughout Britain. Visually impaired people and sighted guides ski together on their annual holiday, learning from each other and having fun. The group does not have charitable status, nor is it a club, they are simply a self-organised group of people who love to ski!