The Snow Dogs Team is for youth athletes who wish to build their skills and fitness following the nationally accepted Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD) outline for training. LTAD training focuses on both the mental and physical development of our athletes. The target age of the program is 10-18 years, with skiers working together or in smaller groups based on ability and that session’s programming. The goal of the program is to blend training methodologies and technique training, mixed with games and participation, to give athletes the tools to make cross country skiing a lifetime activity. Those who are interested in competition will focus on the SOD Series events and elementary/high school races, and support towards selection for the SOD and/or Ontario Development Teams.