The New England Bill Koch Youth Ski League is the largest cross-country ski program for young people in the United States. Whether a child loves the adventure of cross-country skiing, of playing with friends on skis, or wants to grow up to be a ski racer, the Bill Koch Youth Ski League (BKL) has something for them. The League consists of roughly 50 BKL Ski Clubs all across the East. To learn more about the BKL Ski Club nearest you, and to sign up your child, visit our Youth Program Directory HERE and contact the listed leader.
The mission of the Bill Koch Youth Ski League (BKL) is to introduce young people to the lifelong sport of cross-country skiing, and the many associated health, fitness, and social benefits, in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment.
The Bill Koch Youth Ski League Teaching Philosophy
All Bill Koch Youth Ski League (BKL) activities and competitions are designed to teach young people to participate to the best of their respective abilities. The foundation of the BKL is centered on the belief that having fun is at the core of learning to cross-country ski and that children can develop physically, psychologically, and socially in a safe, healthy, respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment.
NENSA is the parent organization of the New England Bill Koch Youth Ski League (BKL). NENSA provides support for BKL members and club leaders in the form of annual membership benefits, the option to purchase club liability insurance, and a range of educational and competitive programs for individuals and clubs.
Return to the NENSA Youth homepage.
Starting a Bill Koch Youth Ski League Club
Info about where to get help, current personnel and leader contacts, and an outline of the club leader role.
Looking to get involved in the ski community? Check out our Youth Program directory for clubs and Nordic Rocks schools near you.
Bill Koch Youth Ski League Festival
Join the ski community for a fun filled weekend celebrating youth cross-country skiing and winter!
Exciting, community-focused races and events bring together the skiers and clubs of the Bill Koch League and inspire connection and joy.
Bill Koch Youth Ski League Manual
A premier resource for NENSA BKL Clubs covering topics such as practice planning, skill development, working with children, long term athlete development, games, waxing, nutrition, and much more.
A virtual game that inspires people of all ages and skill levels to get outside and enjoy the winter world on skis!
Cross country skiing is a lifetime sport with a myriad of ways to stay involved. Click below for a roadmap of options beyond the BKL.
THE BILL KOCH EXPERIENCE
