Washington Nordic Cup Race Rules

Aligned with our mission, Washington Nordic Cup races are designed to be fun, development-centered experiences. The awards aim to foster skier growth and support long-term participation in the sport. Inspired by Norway’s approach, we highlight and celebrate multiple aspects of racing—not just speed—recognizing that a broad range of skills and experiences are key to developing lifelong skiers and passionate racers, especially in the early years.

Race Series Awards

• Individual Awards: Skiers who participate in four events throughout the season will receive a WNC mug.

• Team Awards: Teams with the highest overall participation will be recognized with special team awards.

Race Event Awards

• The hosting club for each race will determine the specific awards, which will include:

• Recognition for technique.

• Placement-based awards for U12 and older.

• Other unique honors created by the host club.

Wax Guidelines

• Keep waxing simple and affordable. We recommend using basic, inexpensive waxes.

Technique Rules

• In classic races, skating technique is not allowed.

Seeding

• Race Directors will determine the seeding at their discretion.

Sportsmanship

• All athletes are expected to exhibit excellent sportsmanship at every Washington Nordic Cup event.