Beginner | First time skier or has tried it before, but still needs work on stopping and turning. |
Novice | Able to link wedge turns consistently. Working on matching skis into parallel. |
Intermediate |
Able to link skidded parallel turns on most terrain. |
Advanced (Parallel) |
Consistent parallel turns on all terrain, demonstrating edging & pressure control skills. |
Expert | Dynamic parallel turns on all terrain, and ready to perfect moguls and short radius technique. |
Beginner | First-time rider or has tried it before but still needs work on stopping and linking turns. |
Novice | Consistently linking skidded turns. Able to stop on demand. |
Intermediate | Consistently linking edged turns. |
Advanced | Able to perform carved turns (edging with flexion / extension) and basic maneuvers. |
Expert | Confident rider who can carve, ride switch and perform short radius on any run, in all conditions. |