Programs for Members
Spokane Nordic offers cross-country skiing lessons to everyone, age 5 to 105, whether they're beginners, intermediate, or competing to be the top skier in the nation. Their programs build community, cultivate a life-long love of outdoors sports, and help kids and adults excercise all winter long. Sponsors that choose to support these programs earn the deep loyalty of the hundreds of families that enroll in them.
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Wax and supplies
Scholarships for members in need
Paid staff
Food and drinks
Where the Money Goes
Nordic Kids
SNSA's Largest Program Working with the Youngest Kids
January-February
Nordic Kids is a 7-week program that offers kids from 5 to 12 years old and their parents the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of Nordic (cross-country) skiing. Over the years thousands of children and their parents have participated in this program. Lessons include drills to learn new skills, games to reinforce learned skills, adventures off the trails, and long tours to reach the Nova hut.
Non-Monetary Needs
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Youth Ski Equipment
Food and Drinks
Various Swag/Merch
Volunteers (Valued at $15/hour)
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In 2021-22, Nordic Kids consisted of 196 kids and their parents, from all across the Inland Northwest. Participants attend lessons once a week through January and February.
Who the Program Reaches
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If your business works with kids, sponsoring Nordic Kids is a no-brainer. But even if your business targets adults, the hundreds of parents that participate and volunteer with this program will be keenly aware of your company's support and values.
Reasons to Sponsor This Program
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Program participants will be reminded of your sponsorship several times throughout the season on social media and email.
Associated Publicity
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This winter activity enables kids of all ages to be active, make new and build friendships, and provide a competitive and supportive positive environment of health and learning. It also encourages parents to try something new and get outdoors with their kids.
Community Benefits
Email info@spokanenordic.org if you'd like to sponsor this program!
Development Team
Skills Development Intermediate Level Youth Skiers
August - March
The Spokane Nordic Transition Team is an opportunity for junior skiers age 8 and above who have at least three seasons in Nordic Kids (or equivalent cross-country skiing experience) to transition into more technical, and optionally competitive skiing that can lead to the Racing Team.
Where the Money Goes
Elite-level wax and team supplies
Scholarships for team members in need
Travel expenses to race events
Van maintenance & repair
Race fees and permits
Summer camp conditioning and coaching
Non-Monetary Needs
Youth Ski Equipment
Food and Drinks
Various Swag/Merch
Team Van
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SNSA's Transition Team typically has 20-30 members between the ages of 7 and 12.
Schools represented:
Middle: Sacajawea, Chase, Spokane International Academy, Mountainside & Northwood
Elementary: Wilson, Hutton, Roosevelt, Windsong Montessori
Who You're Supporting
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If you sponsor one of SNSA's teams your company will be thanked in all of the posters in the Selkirk Lodge and team updates on social media throughout the season.
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Sponsoring the Transition Team specifically gives you the opportunity to earn the gratitude and loyalty of young skiers and their families.
Associated Publicity
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Sponsoring SNSA's teams is the best way to showcase your business' values and community pride. Sure, some Fortune 500 companies sponsor the Seahawks or the Mariners, but we think sponsoring Spokane's only youth cross-country ski teams makes a stronger statement about your business' commitment to the community than any multi-million dollar stadium ever could.
Reasons to Sponsor This Program
Community Benefits
This winter activity enables kids of all ages to be active, make new and build friendships, and provide a competitive and supportive positive environment of health and learning.
Email info@spokanenordic.org if you'd like to sponsor this event!
Race Team
Spokane's Top Youth Cross-Country Ski Team
August - March
The Race Team is intended for athletes aged 13 and up who are interested in learning classic and skate technique and competing in area races.
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Elite-level wax and team supplies
Scholarships for team members in need
Travel expenses to race events
Van maintenance & repair
Race fees and permits
Summer camp conditioning and coaching
Where the Money Goes
Non-Monetary Needs
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Youth Ski Equipment
Food and Drinks
Various Swag/Merch
Team Van
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SNSA's Race Team typically has 10-20 members between the ages of 13 and 18.
High Schools represented:
Lewis & Clark, Mead, North Central Mt Spokane & Central Valley
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In 2022, several SNSA team members ranked in the top 10 within the PNSA division. Bridget Burns was ranked #1 in PNSA and top 15 nationally.
Who You're Supporting
Reasons to Sponsor This Program
Sponsoring SNSA's teams is the best way to showcase your business' values and community pride. Sure, some Fortune 500 companies sponsor the Seahawks or the Mariners, but we think sponsoring Spokane's only youth cross-country ski teams makes a stronger statement about your business' commitment to the community than any multi-million dollar stadium ever could.
Associated Publicity
If you sponsor one of SNSA's teams your company will be thanked in all of the posters in the Selkirk Lodge and team updates on social media throughout the season.
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Sponsoring the Race Team gives your brand exposure all over the Inland Northwest. The Race Team travels and competes in Bend, Oregon, Sun Valley, ID, Winthrop, Wa, and the National Championship in Minneapolis. The Race Team's title sponsor's logo will be added to the race van and team uniforms.
Community Benefits
This winter activity enables kids of all ages to be active, make new and build friendships, and provide a competitive and supportive positive environment of health and learning.
Throughout the season, the team participated in over 24 practices and 4 Junior National Qualifying races.
Email info@spokanenordic.org if you'd like to sponsor this event!
Champions Gala
Ski Team Families Gather to Celebrate the Prior Year and Prepare for the Upcoming Season
Nov 4, 2023
The Champions event is the before-season celebration where SNSA members, coaches, teammates, and parents gather to celebrate individual accomplishments and the team's overall success while looking forward to the season ahead.
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Awards & Prizes
Signage
Food & Drinks
Venue Space
Gifts for Volunteers and Instructors
Where the Money Goes
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The Champions event typically draws 100-200 attendees. This includes athletes, their parents, and SNSA faithfuls.
Who the Event Reaches
Non-Monetary Needs
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Raffle and Auction Items
Venue space
Catering
Alcohol or other drinks
Awards for athletes
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Donated venue space, catering, alcohol, or prizes can all make a huge difference to this event - while leaving a big impression of some of SNSA's most dedicated members and donors.
Reasons to Sponsor This Event
Email info@spokanenordic.org if you'd like to sponsor this event!