Bend Endurance Academy outlines summer Nordic training programs Bend Endurance Academy Summer Nordic training BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- College Nordic athletes are invited to immerse yourself in one of the premier summer training grounds in the United States with the Bend Endurance Academy. Bend, Oregon has long been known to be an ideal training area for the serious Nordic skier and we’re looking forward to a productive start of your annual training year. The Bend Endurance Academy aims to create a summer training program that bridges the gap between seasons for college athletes while delivering high quality, consistent training.