Core Skier Development (artificial or snow)

Demonstrate straight running using terrain to control speed.

Demonstrate plough gliding at constant speed.

Demonstrate plough turns, using the shape of the turn to control speed and maintaining a similar size plough shape throughout.

Demonstrate plough parallel turns, matching the skis at different phases of the turn (as requested by the trainer) and continuing to steer the skis to the end of the curve, while maintaining an open stance.

Demonstrate basic parallel turns with and without pole plant, maintaining an open stance (similar distance between skis and feet).

Demonstrate additional activities such as traversing, side slipping (at a constant speed) and swing to the hill.

Maintain good posture and balance throughout all of the above.

Piste Performance (artificial or snow)

Perform short radius parallel turns using a good blend of the steering elements to produce rounded skidded turns (simultaneous rotation of the skis and feet). Each descent should be rhythmic and flowing with good control of speed.

Cleanly carved turns on easy terrain with tails following the line of the tips.

Braquage (pivoting on the line) on steeper terrain within a narrow corridor (one mat, approx 1.75m), keeping the upper body uninvolved and using active turning of the legs and feet.

Balancing on either ski while straight running (with other ski lifted).