Ability Levels for Adults and Children

 
Level 1: Never Ever
Never ever Skied or Snowboarded before.
Level 2: Once or Twice
Been out once or twice. Need a refresher on how to turn and control speed.
Level 3: Green Runner
Able to link controlled turns in both directions and stop. Comfortable on runs designated with a Green Circle. Thinking about skiing easy Blue runs, but need to improve skills first.
Level 4: Blue Runner
Can make controlled turns on runs designated with a Blue Square. Need improvement to try the challenge of Black Diamonds. May also be interested in introduction to moguls.
Level 5: Black Diamond Runner
Able to ski or snowboard runs designated with a Black Diamond, but lack consistency. Can get down the moguls or steeps, but need to learn how to keep their rhythm and speed under control.
Level 6: Double Black Diamond Runner
Comfortable on all terrain, including Double Black Diamond runs. Looking for technical skill improvement in all snow conditions, plus new tactics on how to challenge the most difficult terrain.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Snowboarding - Are you regular or goofy?


In order to prepare your snowboard equipment properly, your snowboard needs to be set up correctly. You will need to indicate on the form if you are right or left foot forward. If you are left foot forward you are REGULAR - (B1) and if you are right foot forward you are GOOFY (B2)

What if I don't know which foot is forward? Not to worry, there are scientific tests that you can perform at home to reveal the mystery. My personal favorite is to stand comfortably with your weight balanced evenly on both feet, then have a friend give you a gentle push from behind. Generally, you will stop yourself from falling by stepping forward with one foot. The foot that you intuitively use will be your dominant foot. Try it a couple of times!

In the event that your equipment is incorrectly set - don't panic! It can be easily converted with a screwdriver to reverse the stance. Visit the rental shop for a quick fix!

Other - If you are not skiing or snowboarding.
If you are snowshoeing or snowbiking, please choose "Other".

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE MICROSOFT EXCEL SPREADSHEET THAT YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE.

REMEMBER - NO OTHER FORM IS ACCEPTED. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO OBTAIN IT FROM YOUR SCHOOL COMPUTER, TRY DOWNLOADING THE SPREADSHEET FROM YOUR HOME COMPUTER.