To those of you who are just getting hooked on skiing, we would like to wish much success in learning the fundamentals of modern ski technique and hope that this page will be useful. As for the instructors and advanced skiers, we hope to help you to further improve your ski technique and teaching versatility. After all, the better you ski, the more enjoyment you can get out of it, regardless of whether you ski or teach.
Typical Beginners’ Mistakes and Ways to Correct Them
Leonid Feldman
Here I would like to share the reasons for training beginners, to note their most typical mistakes and ways to correct those mistakes. I want to make clear that this entire section is devoted to beginners (on the Skill scale - up to the fourth level inclusive). Why stop at this level? Because movements incorrectly carried out at a beginning level, very quickly develop into habits and essentially prevent further perfection of skills. Consistent, habitual mistakes are more frequently the lot of those who have been skiing for many years, not beginners.
First-Time Skiers
Leonid Feldman
The best thing for first-time skiers is to to go to ski schoool and sign up for a lesson. The next best thing is to read this article. It will help prepare for the lesson, or let you start learning on your own.
Improving Skiers
Leonid Feldman
Tired of wedge turns? This article will show you some good exercises that will improve your skiing technique and help you become a parallel skier.
Advanced Skiers
Leonid Feldman
If you are comfortable on skis, but not improving as fast as before and are looking for guidance on what you can do to become an advanced skier, this article is for you.
Kids on Skis
Leonid Feldman
Tips for those who want to introduce their children to the wonderful world of skiing.
Learning Pole Plant
Leonid Feldman
The correct pole action stabilizes the upper body and minimizes the need for gross upper body movements, putting the finishing touch in your technique and making you look good on the hill.
Introduction to Carving
Leonid Feldman
Carving is fun, and you will be missing out if you don't try it. You will need two things to succeed on the slopes: right skis and right technique.
Core Concepts
Leonid Feldman
This page is recommended for ski instructors and any skier who wants to understand the main concepts of downhill skiing.
Finding a Perfect Ski Boot
Leonid Feldman
Boots are the most essential piece of your ski equipment. The boot is what connects you to your ski. Here are some good tips for finding this perfect connection.