What programs does the GCSC offer ?

Skiing

GCSC members enjoy organized group cross country ski training sessions for both skating and classical technique. Corey provides members with weekly ski technique sessions for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiers. Corey also organizes the "Wednesday night ski race series" for club members only.

Running

Corey specializes in coaching endurance runners throughout the year. Corey provides his coached runners with detailed training programs, including specific track interval training sessions. All runners, from beginner to elite level, can benefit from coaching.

Cycling

Corey provides cyclists with access to group training, detailed training programs, race strategy advice, and much more. There are so many variables involved with cycling that a coach can make the difference between finishing first or last. Corey coaches all levels of cyclists.

Roller Skiing

During September and October, GCSC members simulate cross country skiing using rollerblades and poles to prepare for the coming ski season. Corey organizes group roller ski sessions and provides roller ski technique advice to get you balanced and strong so you are ready to go when the snow arrives.

What are the benefits of joining the GCSC ?

• Coaching, direction, and leadership form Corey’s 26 years of experience.
• Group ski training sessions from November to April organized and lead by the team coach.
• Group running sessions from April to October organized by the team coach.
• Group track running interval sessions supervised by the team coach.
• Both Skating and classical ski technique sessions.
• Organized group roller skiing sessions in September and October.
• Organized group cycling from April to September.
• Organized group running sessions.
• Special club member rates and promotional deals at Track N Trail.
• Ski waxing sessions and access to Corey’s 25 years of waxing experience.
• Personal ski equipment selection, evaluation, and set up (skis, boots, poles, roller skis).
• Development of a personalized training program and fitness testing.
• Regular group emails to relay up to date information on changes in training times and locations.
• Opportunity to meet new friends.
• No club bureaucracy, club politics, or club executive.
• There are no club meetings and no volunteering is required.
• Always have the best right pair of skis and the best ski wax job for the day.
• Always have the best running training program customized for you.
• Always have a motivated group of cyclists, skiers, and runners to train with.
• Never get left behind !

Who can benefit from the GCSC ?

Triathletes
You spend most of your time on the bike; spend it wisely. Having a coach monitor your progress means you get the most out of your training. Cross country skiing through the winter will put you ahead of your competitors from the first triathlon.

Fitness Enthusiasts
Participate in a well organized running, skiing, rollerblading and cycling program where you can go as easy or as hard as you want. The GCSC takes pride in being able to accomodate any level of exercise minded people. No one gets left behind.

Runners
Take a load off your joints by skiing with the GCSC through the winter. Recover from or avoid injuries while staying active and working a similar set of muscles. Group skiing is an enjoyable social way of getting excercise while going fast.

Cross-Country Skiers
Stay active in the summer and build more endurance through an organized training schedule which is fun to participate in. Our best ski athletes cross train with running and cycling during the summer.

Speed Skaters
Keep your legs and lungs working in the summer with a combination of running, cycling, and rollerblading and you'll get a head start on next winter.

How do I join the Great Canadian Sports Club ?

coreytorgness@hotmail.com
780-433-2857