Learn how to ski!

Registration opens on xth of November for members of the Ski Association. For others, registration begins on xth of November.  

Not a member of Skiforeningen yet? Please sign up for a membership here.

Sign up for membership

Course over 2 sessions:

For Skiforeningen members: 1490 kr 
For non-members: 2090 kr
For OBOS members: 1890 kr 

Course over 3 sessions:

For Skiforeningen members: 1990 kr 
For non-members: 2590 kr 
For OBOS members: 2390 kr 

Private lesson over 90 minutes:
For Skiforeningen members: 1490 kr
For non-members: 2090 kr
For OBOS members: 1890 kr
Price for additional participant(s) will be agreed upon via email. 
Contact us here: kurs@skiforeningen.no

New to skiing? Learn how to get started on skis!

Introduction Courses

For you:

• Who have never tried cross-country skiing, or have only tried a few times.
• Want to learn the basic techniques.
• Feel unsure on skis and want to build confidence and balance

You will learn:

• To strengthen your balance and understand the basic movements needed to ski forward.
• Learn how to slow down and build momentum so you can ski independently. 
  
  
  

Already skied a little and ready to learn more? 

Beginner Courses

For you:

• Who are not completely new to skiing. You should be able to stand on your skis, move on easy terrain, take short trips on your own, and stop on flat ground.
• Want to improve your balance, coordination, and confidence on skis
• Can move on skis, but struggle with technique and efficiency
  
  

You will learn:

• Basic classic techniques and understand when to use each one.
• How to improve balance, glide, and weight transfer

If you are more experienced, you may want to consider one of our courses offered in Norwegian. Our Norwegian courses cater to all levels, from complete beginners to advanced skiers.

More helpful information about our courses here.

All of our English courses are held at Øvresetertjern.
Our private lessons can be held at one of our other course locations.

Meeting Point

Meet up by an information board. It is located on the opposite side of the road from Øvreseter parking lot. You can see the logo of Skiforeningen on the board. See photo below.

Directions by car

Drive past Holmenkollen National Arena and follow the signs towards Tryvann Winter Park. Øvreseter parking lot is on the left-hand side of the road before you reach a kindergarten. Øvresetertjern and the meeting point are then located on the opposite side of the road from the parking lot.  

Public transport

Take metro line 1 (Frognerseteren) to Voksenkollen station. From there, it’s about a 5-minute walk up to Øvresetertjern. When you exit the metro, follow the pedestrian path on the left-hand side. You’ll need to cross the bridge that goes over the metro tracks. Continue along Tryvannsveien until you reach a kindergarten. The parking lot is located just below the kindergarten.

Weekend Courses

We have weekend courses on Saturday and Sunday (one session each day)
 
Weekday Courses
Our Weekday courses start at either 5.30 PM or 7.15 PM.
These courses run over either two or three sessions. The sessions are happening at the same day and time for two or three weeks.  

We are flexible regarding both time and location for our private lessons.

Each session lasts 90 minutes. Please arrive a few minutes early so you’re ready to begin on time.

Bring pre-waxed skis, poles, cross-country ski boots, and clothing appropriate for the weather.

Both waxable and waxless skis (like skin skis) work well for our classic courses. 

Skiforeningen does not offer ski rentals. However, members of Skiforeningen and course participants receive a 20% discount on rentals at Superski upon presentation of a valid membership card or course registration confirmation.

Bull Superski:
Address: Kongeveien 5, 0787 Oslo (The clubhouse by the shooting range in Holmenkollen National Arena).

You can also rent for free for up to 7 days through BUA (www.bua.no).
The BUA scheme is primarily intended for people living in Norway. This means it is not a lending service for tourists. 
BUA is a national initiative in Norway where you can borrow sports and outdoor equipment completely free of charge.

To create a "borrowing account", you must have a Norwegian mobile number and a residential address in Norway. 

Yes, you can change courses up to one week before the course starts, provided there are available spots.
You can not change courses after your course has started.
If you have registered for the wrong course level, talk to your instructor. The instructor will adjust the session according to the participants needs.

If you change from a 3-week course to a 2-week course, the price difference will not be refunded.

Contact us if you’re unsure!

The registration is binding. If you are unable to attend all or part of the course, this is your own responsibility, regardless of the reason. Unused course fees will not be refunded.

Cancellations must be sent here. We recommend that you take out your own accident and travel insurance.