Ski Course for Adults

Lesson 1 • Overview of Alpine Skiing

Covers the history, disciplines, and culture of alpine skiing. Establishes context so learners appreciate the sport's scope before touching equipment.

Lesson 2 • Alpine Ski Equipment Basics

Introduces skis, boots, bindings, poles, and protective gear. Learners identify each component and understand its functional role.

Lesson 3 • Mountain Safety Fundamentals

Covers skier responsibility codes, avalanche awareness basics, and emergency protocols. Learners internalise safety habits before any on-snow activity.

Lesson 4 • Dressing for the Mountain

Teaches layering principles and cold-weather clothing selection. Proper dress prevents hypothermia and maximises comfort during lessons.

Lesson 1 • Walking and Gliding on Skis

Builds confidence through flat-terrain walking, shuffling, and short glides. Learners develop feel for ski-snow contact and edge grip.

Lesson 2 • Using the Magic Carpet and Rope Tow

Introduces beginner lift systems for accessing gentle slopes. Learners practise loading, riding, and unloading without losing balance.

Lesson 3 • Putting On and Adjusting Equipment

Teaches boot buckle sequence, binding step-in, and pole strap use. Correct setup prevents injury and ensures responsive equipment feel.

Lesson 1 • Rotational Movements and Steering

Covers leg rotation, foot steering, and upper-body separation. Learners learn to guide skis through a turn arc using lower-body rotation.

Lesson 2 • Flexion and Extension Movements

Teaches up-and-down body movements used to absorb terrain and initiate turns. These movements recur in every advanced technique covered later.

Lesson 3 • Pressure Management

Explains fore-aft and lateral pressure distribution across the ski. Correct pressure application improves turn shape and reduces fatigue.

Lesson 4 • Coordination and Timing

Integrates flexion, rotation, edging, and pressure into coordinated movement sequences. Learners develop timing awareness essential for smooth linked turns.

Lesson 1 • Transitioning to Parallel Stance

Guides learners from a wide wedge towards a narrower, more parallel ski position. This transition prepares the body for efficient parallel skiing.

Lesson 2 • Snowplough Turns

Introduces direction changes within the wedge by shifting pressure to the outside ski. Learners link left and right turns across a gentle slope.

Lesson 3 • Snowplough Glide and Speed Control

Teaches the wedge stance for braking and speed regulation on gentle slopes. The snowplough is the primary safety tool for beginner skiers.

Lesson 1 • Pole Plant Technique

Introduces the pole touch as a timing trigger for turn initiation. Correct pole use improves rhythm, balance, and upper-body stability.

Lesson 2 • Parallel Turn Mechanics

Breaks down the initiation, shaping, and completion phases of a parallel turn. Understanding each phase allows learners to diagnose and correct errors.

Lesson 3 • Outside Ski Dominance

Reinforces loading the outside ski throughout the turn for stability and power. This skill distinguishes competent parallel skiers from beginners.

Lesson 4 • Common Parallel Errors and Fixes

Identifies frequent mistakes such as backseat position, banking, and skidding. Learners use targeted drills to correct each error pattern.

Lesson 1 • Carving vs. Skidding Defined

Clarifies the mechanical difference between a carved and a skidded turn. Learners develop tactile awareness to distinguish edge grip from ski drift.

Lesson 2 • Carved Turns on Varied Groomed Terrain

Applies carving skills across different pitches and widths of groomed runs. Learners adapt edge angle and pressure to changing slope conditions.

Lesson 3 • Carving Drills and Progressions

Uses railroad-track drills, javelin turns, and corridor exercises to ingrain carving mechanics. Progressive difficulty builds confidence before free skiing.

Lesson 4 • Building Edge Angle

Teaches progressive tipping of the ankles and knees to increase edge angle. Higher edge angles produce tighter carved arcs and greater speed control.

Lesson 1 • Introduction to Mogul Skiing

Teaches absorption, line selection, and rhythm in mogul fields. Learners develop the flexion-extension timing needed to ski bumps smoothly.

Lesson 2 • Skiing Steep Slopes

Addresses the psychological and technical adjustments needed on steep terrain. Learners use aggressive pole plants and short-radius turns to manage speed.

Lesson 3 • Fatigue Management on Difficult Runs

Teaches pacing, rest-point selection, and technique maintenance under physical fatigue. Learners learn to recognise when fatigue increases injury risk.

Lesson 4 • Variable Snow Conditions

Covers technique adjustments for crud, ice, slush, and wind-packed snow. Learners learn to read snow texture and adapt stance and pressure accordingly.

Lesson 1 • Dynamic Balance and Athleticism

Develops reactive balance through off-axis movements and dynamic weight shifts. Athletic versatility allows learners to handle unexpected terrain changes.

Lesson 2 • Goal Setting for Continued Progress

Guides learners in setting measurable skiing goals beyond the course. A structured development plan ensures skills continue to grow independently.

Lesson 3 • Video Analysis and Self-Coaching

Uses recorded footage to identify technical strengths and weaknesses. Learners develop self-coaching habits that support continued improvement after the course.

Lesson 4 • Mixed Terrain Runs

Combines groomed, mogul, and off-piste sections in a single continuous run. Learners practise seamless technique transitions between terrain types.