TSSC NORDIC PROGRAM
Ages 8+
Nordic Devo: 3rd-6th Grade
A fun, skills‑based program perfect for young skiers. We encourage participation in local citizen races, but it’s not required.
Schedule: Mondays & Thursdays, 3:30–5:15 on the Valley Floor or Town Park; includes some winter Break practices
Dates: Dec. 7 – March 1
Program Pricing: $750
DEVO PLUS: 3rd-6th Grade
For DEVO skiers who want a bit more training and a gentle introduction to racing.
Schedule: DEVO practices plus Tuesdays, 2:30–5:15; includes winter break practices
Dates: Dec. 7 – March 1
Program Pricing: $1,000
Nordic Core: 7th-12th Grade
Ideal for skiers who want to train with peers and focus on becoming strong lifelong recreational skiers.
Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:30–5:30 on Valley Floor, Town Park, and occasional other trails; includes winter break practices
Dates: Dec. 7 – March 1
Program Pricing: $750
Nordic Comp: 7th-12th Grade
For skiers ready to commit to racing and structured training. Includes skiing, strength, mobility, and mental preparation. COMP athletes will be encouraged to attend regional JNQ races. Schedule: Monday–Thursday + Saturdays
Dates: Oct. 19 – March 8 (includes dryland + biathlon dates)
Cost: $2000 (includes dryland + biathlon dates)
Race Dates:
JNQ #1: Dec. 20-21 Crested Butte, CO
JNQ #2: Jan. 23-24 Soldier Hollow, Utah Super Q
JNQ #3: Jan. 29-30 Steamboat Springs, CO
JNQ #4: Feb. 20-21 Minturn, CO
Mike Elliot Youth Festival: March 6-7 Durango, CO
Junior Nationals: March 11-15 Anchorage, Alaska
U16 Championships: March 12-14 Farmington, ME
Program Pricing: $2,000
Chris Chaput
Nordic Director
I’m Chris Chaput and I’m honored to serve as your Nordic Program Director and Devo Head Coach. My love for skiing started at a young age in New England where I competed in Alpine and Nordic ski racing, eventually fueling a passion for ski coaching. I moved to Durango CO in 1994 to pursue a career in professional ski coaching and then to Telluride in 1998.
I managed the children’s ski school and worked as an instructor trainer at TSG for four years while training to become an examiner for PSIA-RM.
I achieved that goal and worked for the following decade as an independent contractor for PSIA-RM as a member of the Children’s Educational Training Team and Alpine Education Staff.
Working as a professional ski coach has been the conduit for a lifetime of adventure across the globe, and after 30 years of youth ski coaching, I’m thrilled to circle back around to Nordic ski coaching within our community.
Optional Add-ons
Participants may choose any or all add-ons.
Biathlon Training (New!)
By popular demand, we’re offering dedicated biathlon sessions at Priest Lake on the following specific Sundays. Open to all disciplines or as a stand‑alone program.
Transportation: Not provided
Practice Dates:
Sunday Dec. 13
Sunday Jan. 10
Sunday Feb. 7
Sunday Feb. 28
Cost: $250 for all dates
Dryland Training (Early Season)
Requested — and now available! Activities include hiking, running, plyometrics, park workouts and roller skiing.
Dates: Oct. 19 – Dec. 4
Schedule: Mondays, Thursdays 3:30–5:00 and Tuesdays 2:30–5:00
Cost: $300
TIS Ski PE (5 Wednesdays)
Nordic skiers can ski with TSSC during Ski PE! Adventure and explore a wide variety of trail systems in the area, like Top of 10, along with strength/mobility training. Skiers will have the opportunity to structure their day based on the groups motivations
Cost: $300, Minimum 4 skiers.
TMHS Ski PE (5 Thursdays)
CORE and COMP skiers may choose to ski with TSSC during Ski PE. We’ll explore trails like Top of 10, do strength/mobility, watch World Cup skiing, and more.
Cost: $300, Minimum 4 skiers.
Thanksgiving Camp — Grand Mesa (Nov. 22–25)
A beloved Nordic tradition nationwide! Open to all families who want a special nordic experience on Grand Mesa. Technique and training during the day, bonfires and starry night skis at night. Cost covers coaching and team programming. Families handle travel and lodging; cabins are reserved at Thunder Mountain Lodge so that we all stay together. Please reach out with any questions.