Q&A with Apprentice Coach Ally Dandy

(November 25, 2018) Collingwood, ON — Over the last few weeks, we’ve caught up with Ally Dandy to learn more about coaching opportunities for women. Ally is currently enrolled in the Women in Coaching Canada Games Apprenticeship Program, a partnership between...

SOD CUP vs. OCUP Explained by Jacques Reid

Submitted by U14 AOA Athletic Consultant, Jacques Reid Jacques is also the Extended Program Head Coach at Craigleith Ski Club SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 — “The ski season is fast approaching, and as a parent living in the Southern Ontario Division (SOD) you could...

SXS Wellness Tip: Post Workout Snack

SXS FITNESS TIPS submitted by Stefan Overgaard. Visit SXS Fitness.  SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 — Proper nutrition is an essential component to becoming an elite athlete. We truly are what we eat. In order to support all your hard work on the hill and in the gym be sure...

SXS WELLNESS TIP: Magnesium

MAGNESIUM- Don’t forget about this valuable mineral!! Magnesium is very important for multiple functions within the body. It works by regulating chemical reactions for many processes such as protein synthesis, nerve transmission and neuromuscular contraction....

SXS Wellness Tip: Stay Calm and Breathe On

Just the mention of meditation sends some people running for the hills. The idea of sitting on a cushion and floating off into the yogic universe is not appealing to many people, especially kids and teenagers! Nevertheless, study after study shows that meditation,...