Cross-country skiing along the
Jotunheimen trail
Our ski courses focus on building confidence, enjoyment, and fun in cross-country skiing. We offer courses for both beginners and experienced skiers, in classic and skating styles.
Please get in touch if interested. Not all our cross-country experiences or courses can be booked online. We aim to be flexible for you!
Classic technique
The beginner course teaches you the basics of the equipment and techniques for a safe and enjoyable experience. We practise techniques on flat terrain, such as diagonal stride and double poling, controlling speed on downhill sections, various braking and turning methods, as well as uphill techniques.
The intermediate course assumes at least five days of prior experience. Regardless of your level, the guidance is tailored individually. This course builds on all the techniques covered in the beginner course. It's a great opportunity to solve specific challenges and increase your enjoyment!
All exercises take place on prepared ski tracks, and you must bring your own skis.
Minimum price for 1-2 participants is NOK 1,500. From 4 participants, NOK 600 per person.
Classic cross-country skiing - max 8 p - 90 min.
Skating technique
This course is for those looking for a completely new skiing experience. Skating offers greater speed on the trail and is fantastic fun! You need some experience in classic technique to benefit from a skating course.
The course includes many balance exercises and training in skating techniques such as V1 (single dance), V2 (double dance), and downhill technique. All exercises take place on prepared ski tracks, and you must bring your own skating skis.
Minimum price for 1-2 participants is NOK 1,500. From 4 participants, NOK 600 per person.
Cross-country skating - max 8 p - 90 min.
Cross-country tour course
A combination of refining various skiing techniques with a "learning from the terrain" approach and nature guiding. You should know the basic techniques and feel confident on the trail. There will be a campfire break along the way.
A useful and memorable skiing experience beyond the ordinary! The tour takes place on prepared ski tracks, and you must bring your own skis.
Minimum price for 1-2 participants is NOK 2,300. From 4 participants, NOK 800 per person.
Tour course - max 8 p - 4 h
Frequently Asked
Questions
It's common to have questions about equipment and course requirements; here we aim to answer them!
How do I book ski lessons with you?
The best way is to contact us via email, so we can provide a suitable and personalised offer and assist you directly with any questions.
If you find a suitable course in our online booking, please remember you need to have your own or hired skis. We can help arrange rentals but do not operate a ski hire service ourselves.
Skating courses depend on having the correct equipment and prepared trails; booking is therefore only possible via direct email contact.
What clothing and equipment do I need for a ski course?
You should wear wool base layers, including a thin wool jumper and long johns beneath your outerwear. Then a warm layer of thicker wool or fleece, and a windproof jacket and trousers. The key is to dress in layers you can easily add or remove, depending on the weather and your exertion during the course.
For the 4-hour tour course, you'll need a daypack with extra clothing and food/drink.
Where can I hire skis?
Several local accommodation providers offer cross-country and mountain ski rentals, including Lemonsjø Fjellstue, Gjendesheim, Bessheim, and Hindsæter Hotel.
When does the season start?
Our ski courses run alongside the preparation of ski trails around Lemonsjøen, typically from Christmas to Easter. Please contact us if you have any questions about availability!
I have my own skis but they're older; is that okay?
You don't need the latest skis to take part in our courses; the most important thing is that your equipment fits you and you feel comfortable using it.
If you're using waxable skis, we expect that you or the rental service have prepared them appropriately for the day's conditions.
For skating courses, you must have skating skis and boots. Longer poles are recommended, but you can join with classic-length poles.
Where do the courses start and how do I get there?
All our ski courses take place on prepared trails at Lemonsjøen. Meet at the car park by Lemonsjø Fjellstue 10 minutes before the start for a brief equipment check.
Unfortunately, there is no public transport to our area in winter, so you will need your own car. Some accommodation providers offer pick-up from the train station at Otta.