Category: Advanced Skier

Every single run today was off piste. No falls and only enjoyment of the mountains – real skiing!

On Piste and Off Piste (Working on dynamics, early pressure and angulation)

Off Piste DaySnow condition not too great – heavy, wind-packed and sun-crusted in parts. Concluded that short “all mountain” skis[…]

Early Pressure (Independent Leg Action)Derin needed reminding that one of her main objectives is to be able to complete the[…]

FeedbackDerin’s dynamics are really great when on moderate steepness. When it gets steeper the start of the turns end up[…]

Skiing Deep Snow Derin’s reactions to the deep snow are perfectly normal – especially with the skis sinking deeply. This[…]

Just watch! No legs – one leg – one ski only – the ski lifts them out of the turn[…]

Trying to get Derin to use an aggressive pole plant – which is made by the whole body moving out[…]

Great control over body rotation through working on angulation as follows…

Basic Dynamics (skis parallel) Skating/Adductors Skiing is just disguised skating. The main difference is the skis are wide and have two[…]