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December 19-21, 2025

NZ Performance Camp

The NZ Performance Camp is a three-day alpine training camp for U14 and U16 ski racers, taking place December 19–21 at Osler and Craigleith.

Athletes will train on a prepared race-arena surface in a safe, well-organized environment, with structured lane setups, multiple training objectives, and space for freeskiing. Equipment oversight and ski service are provided by Squire John’s, ensuring athletes are properly supported throughout the camp.

On-hill support includes ski-racer mentors with experience at the provincial, NCAA, international, and World Cup levels, working alongside club coaches to help athletes better understand technique, timing, and performance in gates.

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This is Nik.

Nik Zoricic was a Canadian ski cross athlete who competed at the international level. He competed in both the FIS Ski Cross World Cup and the Winter X Games, and had several top 10 finishes in World Cup events. Sadly, Nik passed away from a fatal accident during a race in Grindelwald, Switzerland on March 10, 2012. The Nik Zoricic Foundation is a non-profit organization that was established in memory of him. .

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Advancing Canadian ski athletes with safety, training, & development.

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Our mission is to support the growth of ski racing & athletes while minimizing the risk of severe accidents due to inadequate safety measures and training.

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Sport Development

Our Foundation is dedicated to helping athletes succeed by offering unique development opportunities and training camps. These camps provide a safe space for athletes to train together and work with specially trained coaches and to foster their growth and development.

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What We Offer

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    Ski Netting & Pad Loan Program

    The Nik Zoricic (NZ) Foundation aims to promote safety in ski racing through both its Ski Racing Safety Grant and Ski Netting and Pad Loan Program. The grant and loan program is designed to provide support and access for clubs and events to netting and pad equipment to help ensure safe training and race environments.

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    Ski Racing Safety Grant

    The Nik Zoricic (NZ) Foundation recognizes the importance of safety and well-being for athletes in achieving success in ski racing. To promote this goal, the foundation provides a Ski Racing Safety Grant to Canadian ski resorts, clubs, and programs to assist in acquiring safety equipment for training and race environments.

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