--- title: "Why you might want to take a XC ski lesson today from a certified instructor?" date: "2022-12-28T13:54:00Z" canonical_url: "https://schreckski.com/news/2022/12/why-lesson/" --- # Why you might want to take a XC ski lesson today from a certified instructor? Hi XC skiers, This article just posted in Cross Country Skier magazine December 22nd. It discusses taking XC Skate or Classic lessons and why finding a certified instructor may improve your experience. I have taught XC skiing (once known as Nordic) full-time since 2013 and joined PSIA for the coaching on how to teach XC Skate and Classic technique effectively. In 2014, I passed my PSIA Level 1 exams. In 2016, I passed my Level 2 exams, a full two day on snow skiing test on teaching intermediate Classic and Skate students how to ski more efficiently and effortlessly! This month, before I taught 3 full days at the largest XC Ski Camp in the NW, (the Methow Valley Ski Camp) I practiced at an advanced level ski clinic led by the PSIA National Coach, Tulie. So I believe XC ski instruction is so helpful for me to get the most enjoyment out of XC skiing and teaching. I love teaching and am passionate about transferring my skills to my students. I hope you enjoy YOUR XC Skiing journey! let's bike if we can't ski! Schreck PSIA Level 2 "Still round the corner there may wait, a new road or a secret gate."