Core Skier Development (all turning phases in one run)

Demonstrate all turning phases of Core Skier Development on terrain appropriate to clients at that level and without feedback from the trainer.
(See more detailed breakdown of tasks in Level 2)

Demonstrate the ability to ski all turning phases to the next in the same run showing a gradual progression by changing the blend of the fundamentals ( plough turns through to basic parallel with pole plant).

Piste Performance (steep red or black piste)

Perform flowing turns cleanly carved trhoughout the arc (unless the task is varied - ie a shorter radius turn in which case the turn should still be "grippy" but may not be cleanly carved throughout the arc).

Demonstrate the ability to influence the shape of the turn (tightening the arc while still carving).

Perform flowing short radius turns within a corridor of no more than 2.5m wide varying the speed and radius.

Maintain effective posture, balance and flow throughout.

Bumps greater than 25 degrees

Perform a fall line descent (unless the task is varied - ie half way down with the fall line)

Travel at or above minimum speed (demonstrate the ability to vary speed)

Maintain effective posture and balance throughout.

Variable conditions (off piste) up to 25 degrees

Perform in a variety of conditions (eg powder, heavy snow and ice).

Rounded flowing turns of varying radii.

Demonstrate a high degree of ski performance (curved not skidded)

Maintain effective posture and balance throughout.

Steeps greater than 30 degrees - on or off-piste

Rounded flowing linked turns of varying radii.

Demonstrate a very high degree of ski performance ( curved not skidded).

Maintain effective posture, balance and flow throughout.