OUR PURPOSE
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The New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA) is the umbrella organization for Nordic skiing events in the region. We are a member-supported service organization that promotes the culture of cross-country skiing by creating opportunities for youth, athletes, coaches, officials and skiers of all levels. NENSA provides the support structure necessary to bring cross-country skiers to their highest potential at regional, national and international events.
Founded in 1995 to provide regional structure around Junior National qualification, NENSA has built on its initial purpose of supporting New England athletes to offer programing and resources to skiers of all ages and abilities. We’re proud to be living our Founder’s vision of a sports organization where New England skiers work for New England skiers to collaboratively pull together all aspects of skiing in the region.
OUR MISSION
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To share the joy of gliding on snow through educational, recreational, introductory and competitive programs to nurture and sustain an active cross-country ski community for all ages and levels throughout the East.
By offering a wide range of accessible programs, events, and educational resources for skiers, coaches, event organizers, and officials, we aim to provide opportunities for everyone to get involved and excel in the sport of cross-country skiing. Whether you’re 6 or 86, brand new to skiing or a professional racer, an aspiring coach or a seasoned event director, we welcome you to the NENSA community.
OUR VISION
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To be a vibrant cross-country skiing organization that inspires and empowers lifelong learning, development and community-building through the sport of cross-country skiing.
We are firm believers in sports as a vehicle for positive change. From pushing your own personal limits and growing resilience, to forming new connections and building lifelong friendships, cross-country skiing can serve as a means of personal and community-level growth and empowerment.
OUR IMPACT
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