This summer begins the 5th season of the Igor Legacy Camps in the Midwest thanks to the support of Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC), Wisconsin Nordic Development Group (WNDG), the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF), and several Midwest Nordic ski shops.
The focus goals of the four 2018 Igor Legacy Camps are to promote growth and development of junior cross country ski racers and to expose young athletes to the fundamental building blocks required for successful cross-country ski racing,
as well as summer training with teammates,
and meeting new Nordic friends.
Camp activities include an introduction to ski specific dry-land training, roller skiing, and cross training activities; such as agility and obstacle courses, pole hiking and bounding, and outdoor games.
* The age groups are guidelines, and have room for flexibility, depending on an athlete's experience and fitness level.
Igor Badamshin was instrumental in developing senior and junior performance programs for CXC from 2008-2014; Igor helped many athletes and coaches gain experience and skills in the sport of cross country skiing; his love for skiing, coaching, youth development has left a legacy of success. The intention of each camp is to inspire and excite youth, in Igor Badamshin's honor because his positive and playful approach to coaching has touched and inspired skiers of all ages.
WISCONSIN June 15-17, 2018 / Standing Rocks County Park / Stevens Point (WI)
NORTHERN MINNESOTA July 13-15, 2018 / College of St. Scholastica, Duluth (MN)
CENTRAL MINNESOTA July 20-22, 2018 / Mora Vasaloppet Nordic Center / Mora (MN)
IRONWOOD, MICHIGAN AREA August 10-12, 2018 / Gogebic Community College / Ironwood (MI)
** EACH IGOR LEGACY CAMP IS CAPPED AT 50 PARTICIPANTS **
Cost:
The cost to attend an Igor Legacy Camp is between $95-$155 per person (athlete, parent, and coach) - with camps using dorms for lodging having a higher of the two fees; includes facility and lodging fee, six meals, coaching, camp T-shirt, and Nordic swag. Athletes are welcome to register for more than one camp.
Coaches:
The main coach contact for Igor Legacy Camps is Joe Haggenmiller, CXC Director of Athletics; additional U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 100 & 200 coaches are Bruce Manske and Eliska Albrigtsen as well as Nordic guests, including coaches, sport trainers, equipment representatives, and advisors from across the Midwest will also be present.
Volunteer Parents and Coaches:
Parent support will be limited to six (6) selected parents per camp.
Coaches must be certified U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 100 or 200, and be limited to six (6) selected coaches per camp.
Interested parents and coaches should submit a letter of interest and short biography to Joe Haggenmiller, joe.h@cxcskiing.org. Camp fees for parents and coaches are the same fee as for athletes ($95 - $155 per camp); U.S. Ski & Snowboard Level 100 & 200 coaches will be compensated with a coaching stipend. Parents and coaches will be assigned camp roles and responsibilities upon selection. If you are NOT selected to attend as a parent or coach, your credit card will be reimbursed for camp fees paid.
What:
Four different Igor Legacy Igor Nordic ski camps, for athletes U12 (ages 10-11) and U14 (ages 12-13) interested in the sport of cross country skiing. The age groups are guidelines and have room for flexibility.
Focus:
Each camp will include similar focus points: athletic movements for balance, agility, strength, mobility, and power. Camp activities will include dryland training, roller skiing, pole trekking, hiking, soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, and much, much more. Activities may vary slightly at each camp due to the terrain and features at each venue. A detailed camp schedule and equipment list will be emailed to registered athletes two weeks prior to each camp start date.
Food:
Each camp will include six meals and snacks: two breakfasts, two lunches, and two suppers, and evening treats. Meals will be served indoors.
Lodging:
Athletes will bring their own tents, sleeping bags, and camping supplies to the June (Stevens Point) and July (Mora) camps; if a camping buddy is needed, CXC will help with arrangements. During the August camp at Gogebic Community College, participants will be assigned dorms; bedding is NOT supplied.
Camp Swag:
All athletes will receive CXC swag, an Igor Legacy Camp T-shirt, and other skiing goodies.
Further Information:
For further information or details about the 2018 IGOR LEGACY CAMPS please feel free to contact Joe Haggenmiller joe.h@cxcskiing.org.
Required forms: Medical Release Form (fill out and bring with you to the camp)
Athlete Registration | Parent/Coach Registration
These training camps are designed to bring the committed athletes from collaborating teams and clubs together to train and workout for extended periods during the spring, summer, and fall. 
