November 30, 2025 :: Winter is coming. Keep your momentum going through the cold season and start 2026 ready to rumble!
July 19, 2025 :: Come out and hone your inner trail runner with a workshop session at Devil's Glen
You’ve chilled out, you’ve put your racing shoes away for the season, now what? Join us for an inspiring half-day workshop designed to help you transition from post-season recovery to purposeful winter training. Whether you’re dreaming about your first ultra, eyeing a PR, or simply want to stay strong through the cold months, this workshop will give you the tools, knowledge, and community support to make 2026 your best year on the trails. All for $45!
- How to set realistic, motivating goals for 2026 that align with your abilities and lifestyle
- The optimal timing to begin training for spring and summer races
- Proven strategies for maintaining your aerobic base without burning out during the holidays
- Practical winter training plans you can customize to your schedule
- Connection with fellow trail runners who share your passion
If you’ve already signed up for Chill Session, receive a coupon code for 20% off this workshop. Check your email starting Friday, October 24th!
Come out for something a little different to help boost your trail running game this summer! Trails North is an expanded active workshop covering some of the most important parts of trail running, whether you’re a novice coming from the road, or are more experienced and wanting to advance your technique. Set in beautiful Devil’s Glen and Nottawasaga Bluffs, you’ll experience a wide variety of technical trail, and some hidden gems like the Keyhole!
This workshop is supported in part by Rossignol! We’re pleased to offer you the option to test out Rossignol’s brand new fleet of trail shoes. These new additions to the world of trail running are made with recycled & sustainable materials – as well as being really comfortable (we’re currently testing them out!)
Proceeds from this event go in part to support NVCA in their conservation efforts.
Schedule for the Day:
10:00am Welcome
- Warm up, light refreshments
- A nice bit of coffee or tea
10:30am Coach Discussion
- Topic 1: Setting realistic 2026 race goals
- Topic 2: When to start training for spring/summer races, and how!
- Q&A throughout
11:30pm Easy 5k
- Easy-paced, social run to experience winter trail conditions
- Discuss winter gear, traction devices, layering strategies
12:15pm Lunch
- Hearty winter lunch
- Flatbreads
- Veggie Protein Bowl
1:00pm Put it into Action
- Maintaining aerobic base through the cold months
- Creating personalized winter training plans
- Strategies for staying motivated through the holidays
- Indoor vs outdoor training balance
2:00pm Wind-Down
- Final Q&A with coaches and planning commitments
- Take-Home training template