The Nordic Combined summer program provides a comprehensive training pathway for athletes progressing through L3 and L4 levels.

L3 is designed for developing athletes training on the HS42, HS68, and HS100 hills while building endurance through XC Devo or Comp Team sessions, depending on readiness. The schedule blends jumping, technique work, and targeted strength at key points throughout the week. L4 offers a higher-volume training load for competitive U16+ athletes, combining advanced hill sessions, structured cross country intensity training, strength workouts at the US Ski & Snowboard Center of Excellence, and longer endurance days.

Both levels include five to six weekly training days with a balance of jumping, dryland, strength, and cross-country work, preparing athletes for fall progression and winter competition.

Level 3 or Level 4?

Choosing between L3 and L4 depends on your athlete’s jumping ability, endurance readiness, and overall training maturity.

L3 athletes jump HS42–HS100 and pair cross country sessions with either Junior Comp or the Competitive Team, depending on coach guidance.

L4 athletes follow a higher-volume schedule with more advanced hill sizes, cross country intensity training, and strength at the US Ski & Snowboard Center of Excellence. Coaches will help confirm the correct level to ensure safe, steady progression.

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Nordic Combined Program Options

L3 and L4 Nordic combined athletes follow the same weekly training framework, with Level 4 athletes training slightly more volume. Below is a typical weekly summer schedule balancing Jumping and Cross Country trainining.