Lesson summary: A 29-year-old nanny preparing for a ski trip to Aspen worked on stance, turns, edging, and upper/lower body separation in a 1-hour lesson, showing good progress and smooth turns; a 45-year-old returning skier absorbed a lot of content on fore/aft, pressure, separation, and counter in a brief lesson.
I found this workout posted in Ski School, so I thought I’d share it here. Achieving Peak Performance In Your Skiing It is important to complete a dynamic warmup before skiing in order to get the leg muscles opened up and activated. Example warmup exercises: Overall, spend 5-10 minutes preparing your body for skiing. The…
A Parent Guide for Getting Your Kid to Ski TL;DR If your child acts bored, refuses to listen, or seems like they couldn’t care less about skiing… you’re not alone. In ski school, we see this all the time. And here’s the truth: “I don’t care” usually means something else. Your kid might be cold,…
PSIA Central Division has aligned Level 1 and Level 2 alpine exams with national standards, focusing on skiing performance, teaching skills, and technical understanding. Level 1 includes a virtual module, e-learning, and a two-day on-snow event, while Level 2 is modular with separate tech/MA, teaching, and ski modules, emphasizing collaboration and adaptability in lesson planning. Module passes are retained as long as dues are current. Check Central Division resources for specific exam details.
How to Teach a Child to Turn on Skis The Bedtime Story That Gets Kids Turning on Skis If your child points their skis downhill and refuses to turn, you’re not alone. Most kids can stop… but turning feels scary, confusing, or just not worth it. And the more parents say “turn left… now turn…
There’s more to a ski trip than just skiing. Here are some fun, low-stress games you can play in the condo, at the lodge, or in the car on the way up the mountain – including one I created called On Your Mark that’s become a go-to background game on trips. Table of Contents Why…
The PSIA (Professional Ski Instructors of America) Center Line Model serves as a framework for developing and evaluating skiing skills. It focuses on a balanced approach to skill development, emphasizing how the core movements of skiing—pressure control, edging, and rotary skills—integrate with balance and stance to create versatile and effective skiing. Here’s a concise breakdown:…
Why Choosing the Right Ski Width Matters for Your Knees I found this video and it’s pretty interesting. Skis now are getting wider, and they’re great for powder skiing, but I’ve heard about knee problems with wider skis. For myself, if a ski is too heavy, it hurts my knees on the chairlift with my…
So far, it’s been a very warm year in the Midwest. We didn’t get all runs open until mid January, there was a 21″ dump of snow, and then it got cold for about a week. Since then, there has only been small bouts of snow falling. Cascade closed last Sunday (one week early), and…
Here’s a YouTube playlist you may find useful. It’s from Nordica and they discuss fundamentals needed to help pass the PSIA Levels 1, 2, 3 exams: How To Pass Your Level I, II, or III Certification – Nordica | PSIA-AASI Be sure to choose the video for your particular level and then look at the…