Adult Ski Course

Lesson 1 • Skier's Code of Conduct

Teaches internationally recognised right-of-way rules and resort etiquette. Establishes behavioural standards learners apply on every run.

Lesson 2 • Ski Equipment Overview

Covers skis, boots, bindings, poles, and helmets with fit and function criteria. Connects proper equipment selection to injury prevention and performance.

Lesson 3 • Mountain Environment Awareness

Introduces slope difficulty ratings, trail signage, and weather hazards. Builds situational awareness essential for safe navigation throughout the course.

Lesson 4 • Putting on and Removing Gear

Step-by-step process for clicking into bindings, adjusting buckles, and safe removal. Reduces time loss and injury risk at the start of every session.

Lesson 1 • Herringbone and Side-Step Climbing

Covers two methods for ascending gentle slopes without a lift. Develops edge awareness and uphill mobility used throughout the course.

Lesson 2 • Using the Beginner Lift

Guides learners through magic carpet and rope tow procedures safely. Lift competence is prerequisite for accessing all subsequent slope-based practice.

Lesson 3 • Walking and Gliding on Flat Terrain

Introduces shuffling, kick-glide movement, and weight transfer on level snow. Builds proprioception and balance before any slope is attempted.

Lesson 4 • Falling and Getting Up Safely

Teaches controlled falling technique and efficient self-recovery on snow. Removes fear of falling, enabling learners to attempt new skills confidently.

Lesson 1 • Steering and Weight Transfer

Explains how shifting weight onto the outside ski initiates a turn. Connects pressure management to directional control used in all future techniques.

Lesson 2 • Wedge Turn Mechanics

Breaks down the wedge turn into initiation, control, and completion phases. Provides a repeatable framework learners refine through progressive drills.

Lesson 3 • Introduction to Pole Use

Introduces pole planting as a timing and balance aid during turns. Prepares learners for the rhythmic pole work required in intermediate technique.

Lesson 4 • Controlling Speed Through Turns

Teaches using turn shape and edge angle to manage speed rather than braking. Establishes speed-control habits critical for safe progression to steeper terrain.

Lesson 1 • Wedge Christie Progression

Bridges wedge and parallel by closing skis at turn completion. Develops the muscle memory needed to eliminate the wedge initiation phase.

Lesson 2 • Upper and Lower Body Separation

Explains counter-rotation: keeping upper body facing downhill while legs steer. Separation improves balance and enables cleaner parallel turn initiation.

Lesson 3 • Edge Engagement and Release

Teaches deliberate edge set and release as the engine of parallel turns. Edge control is the foundational skill for all advanced carving techniques.

Lesson 4 • Introduction to Skidded vs. Carved Turns

Contrasts skidded and carved turn mechanics to build conceptual understanding. Sets the stage for carving technique introduced in the next chapter.

Lesson 1 • Ankle and Knee Tipping Mechanics

Focuses on fine ankle tipping as the primary driver of edge angle. Precise lower-leg mechanics produce the high edge angles needed for carving.

Lesson 2 • Carving on Varied Groomed Terrain

Applies carving skills to steeper pitches, fall-line sections, and wide groomed runs. Builds adaptability and consistency across real-mountain conditions.

Lesson 3 • Anatomy of a Carved Turn

Breaks down the carved arc into phases: initiation, shaping, and finish. Understanding each phase allows targeted correction of carving errors.

Lesson 4 • Pressure Management Through the Arc

Teaches building and releasing pressure in sync with turn phases. Correct pressure timing maximises ski rebound and energy transfer between turns.

Lesson 1 • Off-Piste Introduction

Teaches basic ungroomed terrain navigation including powder and tree skiing. Off-piste skills expand the skier's usable mountain and deepen technique.

Lesson 2 • Steep Slope Technique

Adapts stance, turn shape, and pole use for high-angle fall-line skiing. Steep terrain demands precise timing and commitment not required on gentler slopes.

Lesson 3 • Variable Snow Conditions

Covers technique adjustments for crud, ice, slush, and wind-packed snow. Adapting to surface changes is essential for safe all-mountain skiing.

Lesson 4 • Energy Management on Long Runs

Strategies for pacing effort, choosing rest points, and maintaining form when fatigued. Fatigue is a leading cause of late-day accidents on challenging terrain.

Lesson 1 • Dynamic Balance and Fore-Aft Control

Refines continuous balance adjustments in the fore-aft plane during high-speed skiing. Dynamic balance separates competent skiers from expert-level performers.

Lesson 2 • Personalised Technique Audit

Uses video analysis and instructor feedback to identify and correct individual weaknesses. Personalised feedback accelerates final refinement toward expert performance.

Lesson 3 • Short-Radius High-Performance Turns

Develops rapid edge-to-edge transitions and explosive short turns on steep groomed runs. Short turns are the benchmark of expert technical skiing.

Lesson 4 • Race-Inspired Technique Elements

Introduces gate-skiing concepts, tuck position, and high-edge-angle carving from racing. Race drills sharpen precision and commitment in recreational advanced skiers.

Lesson 1 • On-Slope Emergency Procedures

Covers scene safety, calling ski patrol, and protecting an injured skier on slope. Correct first response prevents secondary injuries and speeds professional care.

Lesson 2 • Avalanche Safety Essentials

Introduces beacon use, probe, and shovel technique for companion rescue scenarios. Avalanche preparedness is mandatory knowledge for any off-piste or backcountry skiing.

Lesson 3 • Common Ski Injuries and Prevention

Reviews ACL tears, thumb injuries, head trauma, and frostbite with prevention strategies. Injury awareness motivates correct technique and protective equipment use.

Lesson 4 • Basic First Aid on Snow

Teaches bleeding control, splinting, and hypothermia management in cold environments. Cold-environment first aid differs from standard protocols and requires specific adaptation.