The Bend Endurance Academy is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to the development of youth and juniors in our community through active participation in endurance sports and volunteering.
For 2010 we will offer programs for Nordic Skiing, Cycling and Obesity Awareness.
Our Bend Nordic Team is the largest USSA Nordic Club in the Pacific Northwest Ski Association. We are proud of all our athletes and their success in training, at local, national and international events. Nordic skiing, or cross-country skiing includes both classic and skate techniques.
The Bend Nordic Team includes:
- Youth Program
- Development Program
- Competition Program
Our Bend Cycling Club is expanding in 2010 to recognize the need for strong junior development at the grassroots level. We are a registered OBRA and USAC club offering the following programs:
- Mighty Bikes Youth – Mountain Bike and Freeride
- Development Program – Mountain Bike, Road, Freeride and Cyclocross
- Competition Program – Mountain Bike, Road, Track, Freeride and Cyclocross
Our Bend Triathlon Team is the first triathlon-specific program for juniors in Bend and provides technique training in swimming, cycling and running.
- Learn how to become a multi-sport athlete
- Balance training in all areas to improve fitness, performance and avoid injury
Our Reinforcing an Active Lifestyle and Leadership for Youth Program is awaiting grant funding. It aims to provide young people who are at risk for overweight or overweight with an opportunity to improve both their physical and mental health through lifestyle physical activity and social support.
Coaches and Staff
We are proud of our professional, highly-trained coaches.
Partnerships and Volunteering
COCC: BEA works with Central Oregon Community College to runs its Nordic Ski Club. For 2010 we have 8 skiers learning to balancing college with skiing.
Tumalo Langlauf Club: TLC is the club responsible for grooming at Meissener Sno Park. BEA makes direct financial contributions to TLC and supports them with parent and athlete volunteers throughout the year.
Cog Wild Bicycle Tours: offers logistical and collaborative support for all of our programs. The use of their vehicles is very helpful.
Oregon Bicycle Racing Association: OBRA is the grassroots organization that has made Oregon one of the best places for bike races in the USA. OBRA supported our cycling program with a $2500 grant in 2009. Our athletes support OBRA sanctioned events by racing and volunteering.
The Bend Bicycle Film Festival: celebrates local filmmakers and creative media artists with an annual show at the Tower Theater in May. The BBFF donates money raised to BEA and COTA (Central Oregon Trail Alliance). Our athletes volunteer for the event.
