FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Skicraft Summer Session
Minnesota Youth Ski League is seeking applicants for our Skicraft junior racing program. Skicraft is perfect for skiers who are ready to set goals and commit to structured training and racing. We provide coordinated, year-round support for junior racers. Training cycles are split over three seasons (summer, fall, and winter) with multiple sessions per week available. Skicraft summer session starts June 8.
Skicraft Commitments and Goals:
- Equal commitment to all skiers.
- Working with high school programs to meet skier goals.
- Participation in the regional CXC Cup events.
- Training plan management for skiers built with their input.
- Building skiers' body awareness over time.
- Affordability and Accessibility.
Skicraft is unique in providing a year-round personalized coaching option. Athletes receive workouts designed specifically for them via the TrainingPeaks platform. Besides team practices, coaches, athletes, and parents meet regularly to plan and evaluate progress. This approach benefits athletes who are committed to skiing and/or trying to balance skiing with other sports.
Not interested in that level of commitment? Athletes can participate in training sessions seasonally, selecting the days and sessions that suit them. These athletes also receive optional team training plans and monitoring. Summer is the perfect time to start with Skicraft!
Skiers are made in the summer!
The summer 2026 session runs June 8 to August 6, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Practices start at 8:00 am and are typically 90–120 minutes. Details are as follows:
Mondays: Rollerski workout at Anne Sullivan School/Specific strength/intervals on River Road
Wednesday: Rollerski workout starting in Mendota Heights
Thursday: Rollerski technique and body-weight strength circuits at Anne Sullivan School
Note that locations may occasionally vary (with advanced notice) to allow for longer skis or varied terrain.
Summer sessions are coached by Simon Stouffer and Corey Coogan Cisek, who are both year-round Skicraft coaches. Stouffer and Coogan Cisek are U.S. Ski & Snowboard certified and have racing backgrounds, having competed collegiate D1 and professionally.
Questions? Contact Simon Stouffer: [email protected]. Limited spaces available to ensure ideal coach-to-athlete ratios. Apply today!