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WHAT LEVEL AM I?
Identifying your most accurate ability level would help us in finding the right session that suits your needs.
| ABILITY LEVEL | SKI | SNOWBOARD |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | First timer, never skied before Learn about equipment parts Learn about safety and recovery from falling Learn basic fundamentals and balance on skis Learn basic mobility on skis |
First timer, never snowboard before Learn about equipment parts Learn about safety and recovery from falling Learn basic snowboard stance and mobility Determine regular or fakie stance Walking and skating with snowboard attached |
| Beginner | Able to ride magic carpet and chairlift safely Able to slow down and control speed Able to change directions Able to follow instructor around on skis Able to link wedge turns on easy terrain |
Able to ride magic carpet and chairlift safely Able to slow down and control speed Able to change directions Able to ‘Falling leaf’ on both heel and toe edges Able to ride green slopes comfortably Learn to link turns |
| Intermediate | Able to control speed on steeper slopes Able to link turns on most green & blue runs Begin to parallel turn Able to ski comfortably on most groomed runs |
Able to control speed on steeper slopes Able to link skidded turns easily Able to link turns on most green & blue runs Learn to refine turning skills (size and shape) |
| Advance | Able to parallel ski on the whole mountain Able to consolidate parallel turns Improve edging skills Develop short radius turns with pole plants |
Able to carve turns on intermediate terrain Develop short radius carved turns Basic riding in terrain parks |
| Expert | Able to ski confidently in any terrain Able to ski off piste Learn to ski easy moguls Refine style and techniques |
Able to snowboard confidently in any terrain Able to snowboard off piste Learn to ride easy moguls Refine style and techniques |