Norwegian language course on skis: Learn the language while exploring the ski trails
Have you recently moved to Norway and want to become part of the local culture? Skiing is an important part of the Norwegian identity and can help you get to know the Norwegian way of life, make new friends and stay active throughout the winter.
We offer the course for both individuals and groups. Send us a non-binding request for more information.
Why this course stands out
A combination of language and skiing: Learn Norwegian while mastering classic cross-country skiing in the beautiful Norwegian forests.
Learning material: You will receive a digital language booklet with carefully selected vocabulary related to skiing and winter activities and practical exercises to help you prepare for the course.
Professional guidance: Get instruction from an experienced Norwegian language teacher and a professional ski instructor, tailored to participants with different language backgrounds and levels.
Cultural integration: Discover Norwegian culture through one of the country's most popular activities and learn everything you need to ski like someone who was born with skis on their feet.
Practical information:
Duration: 90 minutes of fun and practical ski and language learning.
Location:
December: Voksenkollen (Tryvann) / Holmenkollen
January-March: Sognsvann
Equipment rental: Available - we bring all equipment to the venue to make logistics easier for you.
Ski training: Learn basic cross-country skiing techniques in classic style
The language booklet has two parts:
Part 1: Introduction to ski equipment, clothing, skiing techniques and trails.
Part 2: Wayfinding, snow types, terrain and safety, as well as unwritten rules of the trail.
Recommendation: 2-day courses give you the full experience and mastery of both skiing and Norwegian, but 1-day courses are also possible!
Prices:
1-day course: Only 2250 NOK (+950 NOK per additional person).
2-day course: Only 3999 NOK (+950 NOK per additional person).
For organizations / companies: Send us a non-binding inquiry through this form.
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EXCERPTS FROM OUR LANGUAGE BOOKLET
Ski equipment rental
We offer ski equipment rental to our course participants.
The price for the full package in 2025 is 399 NOK.
If you want to rent equipment.
Add it as an add-on when registering for the course.
Enter your height and shoe size.
Our instructor will pick up equipment and bring it to the meeting point to make logistics easier for you.
Registration
Meeting point
January-March 2025:
📍 Sognsvann
Accessible by Metro Line 5.
Get off at Sognsvann metro station and walk 1 minute to the meeting point - the barrier by the parking lot.
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