EDUCATION EDITION
2006-2007
WHY DO WE TEACH?
By Del Schirmer, Snowboard Director
As the season approaches and we begin to
think about our favorite season again we
will start to prepare our equipment for
snow. You have probably read thousands
of words on how to prepare your
equipment for the upcoming season such
as boot fit, edge tuning, binding settings,
new goggles to see in that flat light, and
maybe even some new clothes to look
better and stay warmer. Do you ever stop
and think about why you are returning to
teach? We all know why we come back out
to slide down the hill, it is fun. But why do
we teach? Let’s look at some of the
reasons you hear around the hill when the
topic comes up;
• New instructor at the new hire clinic: “I
want a free lift ticket,” or “I have some
spare time and needed to fill it,” or “I want
to become a better rider,” or my personal
favorite, “I want to earn lots of money.”
• Second and third year instructor: “I was
hoping to begin teaching advanced
lessons,” or “This job fits into my
schedule and lets me ride,” or “I want to
get my next certification level and move
out west.”
• Seasoned instructor more than five
years: “I like to visit with my friends who
also teach at this school,” or “It gets me
out of the house on the weekend,” or “I am
excited about working on my next level of
certification.”
These are only some of the reasons we all
come to the hill every year. I am sure you
have more reasons to come to the hill and
they are all valid reasons. I wanted to talk
about why we choose to teach, and what I
think we need to focus on before the snow
comes. Most of the instructors I meet on
the hill are teaching because they love the
sport and they love to pass on their
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pass it along to students. The best feeling INVEST IN YOURSELF
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and their pure joy and huge smile. I really
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doesn’t matter what “it” is, first linked turn
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teach a child or young adult and then the THEORY”
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 environment can only make you a better
ADAPTABILITY... skier. There is nothing like skiing down
some steep pitch covered with chopped up In An Uncertain
...GETTING THE cruddy snow under the guidance of a
National Team member like Terry Barbour World, Invest In
or Shawn Smith, and coming out onto a
MOST OUT OF nicely groomed trail. The adjustments you Yourself
were forced to make under adversity

YOUR SKIING! suddenly make your groomer-turns feel

by Sherm White
PSIA-E Alpine DCL Staff
A wise old sage once told me that ski
technique was simple: “You turn left, you
turn right, or you go straight. If you turn
right twice, you might have made a
mistake, but it depends.”
Well, with all the new school moves out
there now, you might also ski backwards or
turn right twice on purpose. It all depends
on what you want to do, on the terrain, and
on the conditions you are faced with.
There is nothing like a big mountain
experience, with a wide variety of terrain
and conditions to remind us that our ability
to turn any way, or go straight, is
determined by our ability to recognize how
we mix the skills and apply the result to our
skiing. Things can get real complicated real
fast. As instructors, we tend to spend a lot
of time on intermediate, well-groomed
trails, where the skill blend is usually pretty
consistent. Changing the blend can be
tough - and traumatic. There is a reason
that success in Levels 2 and 3 skiing
depends a lot on your ability to be versatile
and adaptable.
I’ve attended several National Academies
over the years, including this past season in
Chamonix. It’s easy to avoid challenges
when you are home working; it’s a lot
harder when you have made a 5-day
commitment to be a customer. Whether
you are in Snowbird or Chamonix, or any
other large resort, there is one common
thread: Lots of vertical, lots of terrain, and
variable weather- the ultimate terrain park.
Just when you get in a groove, the situation
changes. Those little technical weaknesses
we all hide so well all season at home on
the groomers suddenly get brought to the
surface when faced with changeable
conditions and challenging terrain.
Adaptability becomes the key to survival (or
at the least the key to a satisfying run). The
best teachers always talk about letting the
terrain do the teaching.
An advantage of the Academy format is
having great coaches to help you make
those adaptations. You may hate it while
you are experiencing it, but skiing in this
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that much better.
While the conditions we ski may get more
complicated, the basic mechanics we use
are still pretty simple. Parking and riding is
not an option. So, how do you get more
adaptable in your skiing? There are plenty
of opportunities for great terrain skiing in
the East. One of the most popular update
events in PSIA-E recently has been the
Trees and Steeps clinics. They all take place
at larger areas with a variety of terrain,
which allows multiple groups of skiers of
all ages and levels. Even if you aren’t
thinking about Level 2 or 3 certification,
participate in certification training at your
home area. All of the tasks involved in the
skiing portion of exams are aimed at
training and testing your versatility and
adaptability. Don’t use age or ability as an
excuse not to improve. You’ll almost
always find certified Level One skiers in
their sixties and beyond at these clinics,
challenging themselves to ski more diverse
terrain.
Even if you can’t make it to specific
educational events, there are things you
can do at home to increase your versatility.
Here is a summary of some of the tips I’ve
gotten in recent years from skiing with the
likes of Chris Fellows, Terry Barbour, and
Shawn Smith of the PSIA National Team in
conditions that Shawn has described as
skiing “snow with attitude.”
• Focus on your ankles. If they aren’t
actively moving, neither are your feet or
your skis. You are in “park”.
• Keep the outside foot moving, and try to
match the swing of your pole tip with your
foot as it moves. Keep your pole tips
moving with your feet, or vice versa.
• Edge both skis before the fall line, and be
patient. Keep moving from one set of edges
to the other without a transition.
How about some drills you can do on the
groomers at home?
—Ski a variety of turns on a variety of
terrain without poles. If you get some
“snow with attitude”, try skiing that without
poles as well.
Continued on page 4
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by Jeff Lewin
PSIA-C Board Representative
Is the economy bouncing back or
headed for the basement? Will gas
prices hit $4 per gallon? Have
housing prices finally leveled off?
Who knows? We do know that
leisure spending is up, so why not
invest in snowsports? Specifically,
why not invest in your own value as
a snowsports professional?
For 2006-07, Central Division is
offering s staggering number of
diverse education and certification
events. Even if you’re not due for
education credit this season, think
about investing in yourself and taking
an event! From racing to freestyle,
children’s accreditation to the Silver
Fox series, and Fundamentals of
Snowsports Instruction to Level 3
certification, we’ve got a great event
for you.
And if you’re really looking to
broaden your horizons, why not
experience a whole new disciple?
Find out what it takes to teach with a
free heel or turn your world 90
degrees and drop – or add – a plank.
Attend an Adaptive event and find out
what it’s like to teach a whole new
clientele.
Every business wants to reach new
customers in new markets. And
every employee wants to be more
valuable to their employer. It’s an
uncertain world out there, but
snowsports is a great place to be.
Make an investment in yourself. To
reach new customers and maximize
your value, sign up for an event – or
two – this season!
Take an education event
that is not an exam and
get $20 off your next
event.
Hurry! You must take the
second event before the
end of April 2007.
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—Shuffle turns are great. You can’t park
yourself into a stance and still shuffle much
of anything. Mix up the drill by shuffling
with both feet, then with just the outside
ski. Then, try shuffling just to the fall line.
Not only will you develop a feel for keeping
the outside ski (which we frequently park
on) moving, but you will also strengthen
your inside ski movement and help yourself
make an earlier commitment to the new
turn.
—Probably the best thing you can do is to
just make sure that you go out and ski
regardless of the weather or conditions. If
you only ski on perfect conditions, you’ll
only build your skills to ski those
conditions. Go out when it is icy, slushy,
crusty, whatever, and take some friends
with you and coach each other. If no one
else wants to go out, do it by yourself, and
earn bragging rights in the locker room.
Remember, there really is no such thing as
a bad day of skiing as long as we let our
mind and body adapt our skills to whatever
the mountain throws at us; you could be
working in an office - or worse.
This article originally appeared in the early fall
issue of the PSIA-AASI Eastern Division
SnowPro. It is reprinted with permission here.
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Come join a PSIA/AASI school that offers
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All levels of certification are encouraged to
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
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(54 years of teaching), and Rollie Westman (51 years of teaching).
Dick first taught for the Minneapolis Park Board, Pete with the Otto Hollaus Ski
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PREPARING
YOUR MIND:
The Certification Exam
By Mike Niesen and Liz Ammerman
OK. You’ve been working hard to prepare
for the PSIA / AASI certification exam.
You’ve made the commitment to achieve
that next level in your teaching and riding /
skiing. In the off-season, you’ve exercised
regularly and are in top physical shape.
You’ve studied the technical manuals so
that your knowledge is rock solid.
Since the season’s begun, you’ve attended
all the clinics, extensively practiced all of
the skill exercises and have endlessly
rehearsed the teaching progressions.
You’ve spent time on the slopes with your
peers doing movement analysis along with
some video analysis of yourself and other
riders and skiers. You’ve also taken the
opportunity to get some one-on-one
coaching from some of your area’s top-
notch education staff members. Wow, you
have done a lot of work, haven’t you?
You’re prepared, right? What else is there,
you ask? Physically and mechanically
you’re totally dialed in.
But, how much time have you invested in
preparing mentally and emotionally for
your exam???
Instructors reading this article have failed
some exam at some point in their
snowsports instructing journey, right? And
it’s probably safe to say that many of you
have jabbed your Examiner voodoo doll
with pins because they failed you at some
aspect of your exam, correct? (Yeah, that’s
it…blame the examiner!) Breakdowns in
your skiing/riding and teaching skills
during an exam may be directly attributed
your mental and emotional preparation –
think back to those experiences!
Over the past 15 years, there have been
many articles in PSIA’s journal, the
Professional Skier on the requirements for
certifications and how to prepare for taking
the examinations. Much of this body of
knowledge centers on the technical and
mechanical aspects of riding and teaching.
Every once in a while, an article will appear
providing some advice about how to
manage “test anxiety” but often, these
articles will revert back to telling you that
the best way to prepare is to “know your
stuff”. Well, duhhhhh!!
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The purpose of this article is to help you
fine-tune your emotional and mental
preparation for your exam. We already
know that you are a highly tuned and
efficient snowsports teaching machine!
Here are some tips and techniques to help
you positively channel those pre exam and
exam day nerves and jitters. Being able to
master this aspect of your exam prep will
put you right over the top!
In the Weeks Leading Up to the Exam
Spend some time thinking about why you
are choosing to seek certification: Is it to
prove to yourself that you have the skill and
talent to succeed? Is it to demonstrate to
others that you have the skills and talents
to succeed? How important is this to you?
Seeking out and conquering new
challenges often drive human motivation.
To achieve the high levels of excellence that
the certification process requires, you are
going to have to utilize all of your physical,
mental and emotional skills to their full
capacity. To accomplish this, you need to
know your levels of personal commitment
and self-control. Terry Orlick, in his book,
In Search of Excellence, lists several
indicators of excellence that may help you
assess your own levels of commitment and
self-control. Consider the following:
Commitment
•Constant hard work & the ability and
willingness to give a little extra
•Never give up
•Plan, evaluate and correct
Self-Control
•Come through in tight situations
•React to setbacks in mature and positive
ways
•Stay cool and confident under pressure
Excessive anxiety, which destroys skilled
performance, comes from exaggerating the
importance of the outcome of an event.
While successfully completing all exam
requirements is important, there are
several things you can do to help keep your
anxiety in check such as the simulation
approach and role-playing. If you are
participating in the PSIA & AASI exam
preparation clinics, you are most likely
practicing teaching sequences with your
study group and performing the various
exercises as assigned by the clinic leader.
As your preparation period draws to a
close, you may also participate in a mock
exam, where you are trying to create real-
life situations in an environment similar to
the one in which you are going to perform.
All of these techniques are examples of
role-playing and simulation.
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Another important thing to be aware of is
your “self-talk.” What is the little voice in
your head saying about your performance?
Are you hearing your own words of
encouragement? Does the voice
continually remind you that you can do it?
Does it pump you up by saying, “Give it
your best shot?”
Often times, when we make a mistake or
perceive that we’ve underperformed, we
experience negative thoughts saying or
thinking, “How could I have been so
dumb?” “You really blew it that time!”
KEY POINT: To counter the effects of
negative self-talk, try to find a positive
aspect about the performance as well as
highlighting and analyzing the shortfall.
While we certainly must correct the flaws in
our performance, identifying what needs
attention should be done in a positive and
confidence building manner.
In the Days Leading Up to the Exam
OK … You’re entering the home stretch …
You’ve successfully taken the written exam.
You’ve been rehearsing the teaching
progressions and your peers and clinic
leaders have given you positive feedback
about your performance in the simulated
exam situations … You’re feeling good
about your preparations, right? How about
a little more mental and emotional tuning
up by preparing your Psych Plan? Here are
a couple of tips for such a plan:
•Avoid cramming. If you feel the need to
cram for the exam, you are beginning to
feel test anxiety setting in. Review your
self-talk. If you’ve done your homework to
this point, don’t allow the little voices in
your mind to inject negative thoughts or
elements of doubt about preparation.
•Use mental imagery or visualization to
do a simulation of the exam entirely in your
mind. Using mental imagery gives you a
chance to deal with a situation in your head
before you have to face it in the real world.
Examples of performers using this
technique are athletes in competition. A
basketball player visualizes the free throw
swishing through the net. A racer at the top
of the course is running the gates in his/her
mind … visualizing every turn, every
bump. The most important aspect about
using mental imagery is that you must
visualize yourself executing the task
flawlessly. Combining this technique with
appropriate self-talk will give you some
powerful tools for dealing with the
emotional side of performance.
Continued on page 5
•Performers may not always achieve
desired results because they are nervous,
tense or too tight in the time leading up and
into their performance. Search out and
develop methods to relax. Deep breathing,
the really deep belly breaths, may help
relieve muscle tension. Visualize yourself
in a relaxing setting. Another effective
relaxation technique is to develop a set of
simple cue words such as relax, calm or
take it easy. The moment you start to feel
tense or anxious, begin to recite your cue
words slowly and softly to yourself. You
may begin to feel your stress level decrease
almost immediately. There are many other
methods to help you learn to relax. The key
is find a couple that you are comfortable
with and perfect them for your own use.
In Hours Leading Up to the Exam
IT’S SHOWTIME! It’s time to rock and roll
on your teaching assignments and blow
away your examiners! It’s time to earn that
next certification level that you’ve worked
so hard at over the past months and years!
Most of the following tips may seem trivial,
but if you make sure these things are
covered, you will minimize distractions that
often lead to unwanted stress.
•Prepare a checklist of important
reminders —start with your gear. Do you
have everything? Hat, gloves, goggles,
boots, board, skis, poles, etc. No, you’re
not a little kid … but have you ever gotten
to the hill only to find that you forgot to
pack something you really need? Also,
have you tuned your skis and boards to
maximize their performance and top match
the conditions where your exam is being
held? You don’t want to have to deal with
that type of self-induced stress on exam
day.
Another type of checklist some people
prepare is one that reminds them of
important points about the exam itself. For
example:
•Be sure to state lesson goal
•Check for understanding
•Don’t belabor points
•Don’t rush – speak slowly
•Provide flawless demos
•Wrap up properly, etc.
These are all things that you’ve addressed
many times during your exam preparation
clinics. Remind yourself, “I know this stuff
cold. I don’t want to forget it in my
nervousness.”
•Logistics —Do you know how to get to
the exam site? Where to park? What about
lift tickets? What am I going to eat? Again,
taking some time to address these issues
may save you some anxious moments on
exam day.
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During the Exam
You’re at the exam site; you’re all booted up Afton Alps -
and on the snow. The examiner has set the
expectation for the day. Here are a few final Daytime Staff
pointers to help you keep your composure
and successfully navigate the day’s events: Afton Alps is looking for enthusiastic and
•Calmly run through your mental checklists motivated skiers and snowboarders who
•Practice your relaxation techniques enjoy working with kids to help teach our
•Stay positive, upbeat 5th through 8th grade program.
•Teach how you teach at your area.
There is no need to do anything different. Join an already enthusiastic daytime staff
All of the material used at your ski & who are helping to create the next
snowboard school should be based on generation of skiers and boarders. The
PSIA & AASI principals and methodologies benefits of working with “graders” is
endless! The program runs most
Before you begin, whether it is the teaching weekdays from 9am to about 12:30pm.
assignment or executing a skill or task, take
a deep breath and slowly count to 3. This Afton Alps is also seeking instructors for
will seem like a tremendous amount of various other night and weekend shifts.
dead air but it will give you a moment to Anyone with a passion for snow sports is
gather yourself and get started on the right encouraged to apply!
foot
Anyone interested should contact Justin at
View your fellow group members as 651.436.5245 x244 or
teammates. You are not in competition via email at justin.soine@aftonalps.com
with each other. On chairlift rides, discuss
your assignments, ask questions, and Opt-in to save the environment
share information. You’ll find the dialogue
helpful and perhaps even calming Receive membership renewal reminders,
event reminders and most importantly, event
Summary
confirmations in your e-mail box.
PSAI & AASI are professional organizations
with high level but attainable performance
Sign in at the PSIA Member Services website at
standards. Certification exams serve as
http://www.psia.org/ or the AASI Member
benchmarks in your progress as a
professional in snowsports instruction. Services website at http://www.aasi.org/ and
These tips and pointers come from years of edit your member profile.
research in sport psychology and from
personal experience in exam situations. Please be sure to have both info@psia-c.org and
Using them does not guarantee a passing education@psia-c.org in your address book or
result, but will lessen the likelihood of approved senders email list.
stress-induced mistakes. No matter what
the result, take something more than the
pin away from your exam experience. Use
the time as a way of learning about yourself
and what drives you to be an instructor.
Good Luck! Looking for something a
little more up-to-date?
Resources:
Copeland, Jack. “The Evolution of Certification.”
The Professional Skier, Spring 1996
Hall, Johanna. “You Can Get More Than a Pin Form
the PSIA Exam Process.” The Professional Skier,
Winter 1998 How to Teach
Orlick, Terry. 1980. In Pursuit of Excellence.
Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc. Champaign, IL.
Pringle, Doug. “Pin in Your Plans? Start Exam
Preparation Now.” The Professional Skier, Winter 1997
Rostad, Joan. “The Price and Payoff of
Certification.” The Professional Skier, Winter 1 –
1991-92
Mike & Liz are level II alpine certified
instructors and have over 25 years of
combined ski teaching experience –
almost all of it at Hyland!
Check out page 32!
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GETTING HIP
by Beverly Vasseur
What are the most helpful techniques
you can teach a woman wanting to
improve her skiing skills?
The answer: Teach her to tip her skis for
edging and use her hip for a power
source in the turn.
One of the most common problems
women face when longing to move to a
higher level, is lack of angles and edge
control. They continue to pivot their skis
because it is the only way
they understand to gain
immediate control over skis
that are moving too fast
“Tipping the skis and improving
down the fall line. The skier
hesitates just long enough
hip movement are the two best
for the skis to jet forward
which then moves the hip
techniques that you can teach
back behind the feet. The
pivot can be immediate this year to truly help the women
gratification and control for
making a turn. This in your classes GET HIP.”
becomes muscle memory as
the skier continues to make turns by
twisting the feet which pivots the skis
across the fall line. Women learn quickly
that by doing this they can slow
themselves down and thereby navigate
almost any terrain. As professional ski
teachers we can teach about the initiation
and control phase of the turn, stressing
that a good turn is a round turn (C-
shaped). Students nod in agreement but
then ski away, after the lesson, doing the
same turn they have in muscle memory,
we know it as “the Z turn”.
I would like to call attention to two
articles that can help all of us for
teaching. The first article, The Ankle-
EFFECTIVE SKI COACHING:
A text for coaches and instructors
by Tom Reynolds. Price: $24.95 +
4.00 S/H. VISA/MC accepted.
Write New Additions, P.O. Box
883, Farmington, ME 04938.
Phone (207) 778-3471
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Your Forgotten Joint by Megan Harvey &
Katie Fry (The Professional Skier
W2000), is very informative for helping
one understand that the foot and ankle
joint are not inactive in the ski boot. The
purpose of the article is easy to pass
along to students, by demonstrating how
to practice dorsi flexion and plantar
flexion along with pronation and
supination with and without boots.
Megan and Katie refer to this as
inversion/eversion, but whatever
language you chose to use for teaching
can only be helpful for skiers who are
oblivious about the role the foot plays in
skiing.
The second article, Teach and Learn from
the bottom up, by Pat Ronan (TPS
W2006), helps one understanding how
the broader picture looks when we learn
to use all of our joints. This article gives
easy to follow teaching sequences that
will help the students succeed. Level 4/5
students can begin to experience flexion,
extension and alignment of the body into
positive movement patterns. The more
frequently one executes a specific
movement, the more likely that one will
execute that movement again and again,
thus gaining muscle memory. The
repetitive practice of the right
movements, tipping the skis not twisting
the skis, strengthens new muscles.
Movements that once felt awkward or
strange will begin to be used with ease -
and can then become a default response.
Weekly training of the skill sets
mentioned and practiced over a 5-6 week
period can help women successfully
embed these techniques into their
muscle memory.
I am particularly interested in teaching
women how to use their hips for
angulation. What has been so elusive for
most women is the power that hip
angulation gives in a turn. Many women
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attempting to mimic hip angulation end
up in the back seat. They substitute or
may confuse the less desireable
movement pattern of the up down
motion where the hips move back, with
the correct in and out movement of the
hips. Unfortunately, the ineffective or
poor movement pattern prevents them
from progressing beyond the
intermediate stage.
While the ankle and knee are the starting
points for understanding angulation,
instructors can build on this theme by
explaining how using flexed joints can
put the hip and body in a strong position.
After weeks of teaching
these techniques women
have acknowledged they
actually have felt the ski hold
and could affirm their
movement pattern by
looking back on their tracks.
Many instructors shy away
from teaching too much
about hip angulation for fear
of what the skier will end up
doing, but if women are not taught this
strong power source for turns, they end
up mimicking the up/down motion which
moves them into the back seat, thus
relegating them to the terminal
intermediate stage.
Tipping the skis and improving hip
movement are the two best techniques
that you can teach this year to truly help
the women in your classes GET HIP.
Send us an article or
photo that is of interest to
the general membership
by December 31st and we
may just publish it on the
web or in the newsletter!
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GOOD TO GREAT
By David A. Cook
PSIA-C Education Staff Member—
Emeritus
Skijammers Ski School
Minneapolis, MN
I’d like you to consider the advance training
clinics that we give to our best performing
students. These might be to our fellow
instructors, our peers or the top students in
our skiing, riding and racing programs. We
might even be one of the participants in
these advanced clinics before we pass on
what we learned to others. This group of
advanced students is a discriminating
bunch; their expectations are high and they
expect a stimulating and memorable day.
Over the years I have had the privilege of
attending quite a few very good clinics -
even more clinics that were great. I have
listened to the excitement of others who
have reported back after attending a
memorable great clinic. Good is just that -
they’re good, but not great. Great clinics
are ones that charge the participants both
emotionally and intellectually, as well as
being physically stimulating; making them
memorable.
Good and great clinics may start out the
same. The group leaders asks us our
wishes and desires, asks what we are
working on, watches us perform and then
dives into tasks to improve both our
performance and our awareness.
Demonstrations are crisp with concise
descriptions. When needed, performance
feedback is offered with appropriate
reteaching and guided practice to gain
mastery. Each participant’s skiing or riding
is improved through practicing the tasks at
hand.
What’s often missing from the good clinics
is an underlying theme to tie the tasks
together. A theme that winds through each
task, connecting the assorted dots (tasks),
to create a mental picture of the day that’s
easy to recall. A central theme makes for a
memorable write-up in ones’ personal
notes. The best themes and presentations
are thought out and prepared in advanced,
yet each participant’s individual and unique
needs are addressed within the context of
the central theme. The best presenters have
evolved their “bag of tricks” to a “bag of
themes.” They have different tactics to
address each theme.
Having a central theme allows the day to
flow with meaning, comprehension and
improved recall. Tasks are framed within
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the context of the theme. Detours from the
theme are appropriate as the group’s needs
dictate. Yet if the day lacks a central theme,
most tasks are poorly recalled like
meaningless, scattered, superficial
conversations. Great themes come across
like a wonderful storybook. The
introduction is compelling, it draws you in.
The development holds your attention and
satisfies your hunger, while the ending ties
it all together. When finished, you
enthusiastically remember all of the parts
and want to retell the story to others. The
theme binds the book and glues the
chapters together with meaning.
“Having a central theme
allows the day to flow
with meaning,
comprehension and
improved recall.”
Central themes may be equipment focused:
exploring the use of “shorties” to improve
our skiing or the effective use of our
shaped skis. Others expand on a single task
to address multiple skills and movements:
shuffling, one leg skiing, pivot slips, two-
footed tracks or skating. Great themes
have repeated presentations from Interski
of our own, and other country’s,
presentations; such as the “Three Sames”
from Australia, 2002.
Just prior to the “Center Line” concept, our
D-Team struggled with the mechanics in
the Wedge Christy zone. Their presentation
of the various Wedge Christies to other
educators at that time was a fantastic
theme that compared and contrasted
different movement patterns. When the
Center Line concept started to limits the
instructors’ lateral teaching, a Team
Member had us perform classical rotation,
counter rotation and split rotation turns to
the best of our ability to compare, contrast
and discover the strengths and weaknesses
of these techniques. The theme of
exploring the movements from past
techniques, identifying the good, the bad
and the ugly, made it a memorable day.
That clinic must have been over 15 years
ago, but I could present it today.
Some great themes are specific thoughts
that denote actions: “The ability to release
and engage both edges simultaneously
with one movement,” “the effort to move
ahead and stay ahead through out your
turns,” “two footed tracks, carving with
both skis.” I have listened to great coaches
spend two days on each of these thoughts,
while still addressing each participant’s
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individual needs and presenting a well
rounded message of effective
contemporary skiing. These themes made
their presentations organized, memorable
and re-teachable. I have also witnessed
great coaches leave an unmemorable
impression over several days by lacking a
central theme.
Other themes are general, yet the day’s
activities are still couched within these
themes as they present the tactics of: “crud
and powder riding/skiing,” “skiing in the
‘no-fall’ zone,” “dynamic, yet efficient
movements” or “energy and strength
management, while effectively riding/skiing
the mountain all day.” Some recent themes
have explored the movements of effective
and ineffective skiing. Others have used the
“Stepping Stones” concept and presented
the different parallel and non-parallel paths
a beginner skier might take as they tackle
our sport.
Every year, our school, Skijammers, has a
central theme that drives our instructor
training and flavors our daily lessons. For
example, one year our central theme was
“Jammer Hands.” We noted that
instructors, and students alike, had poorly
disciplined hand positions. Just saying
“Jammer Hands” to a group of instructors
or students got them to snap their hands
into their proper place, with little further
discussion.
I recently participated in a wonderful group
golf lesson in Tucson. Our pro was a former
player on the women’s PGA tour. I could tell
within two minutes that she was a
seasoned teacher. She asked us what we
were looking for, asked us our handicap
and watches us hit for 10 minutes with
different irons. She presented a simple
group focus to compress the ball. She gave
the group simple thoughts on how to
compress the ball as she gave easy to
remember individual suggestions to make
our next shot different. Her comments were
non-judgmental, encouraging and centered
around compressing the ball! A very
memorable day.
I challenge you when presenting to a
seasoned group of students to develop a
central theme for the day. After accessing
your student’s needs and evaluating their
abilities, frame your time with them into a
central theme. Develop and expand on it,
take a few detours as needed, but if it is
worthwhile, don’t abandon it. Use the
theme to make the day memorable and
repeatable for your students. Great lessons
are memorable; the central theme provides
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JEANNIE THOREN
DISCUSSES
“THE THEORY”
By Jeannie Thoren, Member
Women, is your equipment right for you?
Do you really know for sure? I have spent
the last 30 years studying the way in which
women’s skiing technique differs from their
male counterparts. The weak link in a
woman's skiing that keeps her from further
progress is usually her equipment.
Women’s bodies are different than men’s
and therefore their equipment should
adjust accordingly! Men should especially
pay attention!
Women are not small men! They are not
better, not worse just different. Of the many
physical differences between the sexes, I
concentrate on four. Center of Gravity,
Knock-Knees, Wider Pelvis and differences
in ankle and knee flexion between the
sexes.
For example, let me illustrate the difference
in Center of Gravity.A woman’s center of
gravity is on average one inch lower and
further back than a man’s. She also carries
more weight below the waist; around her
hips, buttocks, and thighs. Men, broader in
the chest and shoulders, carry their weight
above the waist.
THE PROBLEM
This difference in anatomy accounts for a
woman carrying her weight further back on
her skis. You can think of a man as a pear
standing on its head, and a woman as a
pear sitting on its bottom. When a man
flexes forward on his skis, his center of
gravity is over his toes. When a woman
flexes forward, her center of gravity is over
her heels. Skis initiate turns from the front
end of the skis, so when a skier’s weight is
concentrated too far back on the ski, the
unweighted tip will shoot forward, wander,
and possibly cross. Many women have
difficulty getting forward on their skis and
staying there.
THE SOLUTION
Moving the binding position forward on the
skis puts the woman on the proper balance
point of the ski. A woman "on top of her
skis" can make smoother, quicker, and
more controlled turns.
Select retailers throughout the country,
along with Dynastar, and Lange Ski Boots,
will host Jeannie Thoren for a
complimentary (and fun) presentation on
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how female skiers can improve their
experience by understanding the
differences between men’s and women’s
JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT
GRAND GENEVA
equipment. The event begins with meeting
Jeannie informally during a wine and
cheese social, before diving into the topic SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL
of women’s-specific ski gear. We invite any
female skier, regardless of her ability level Snowsports School Director -
to come and join us for the fun. Bring your Person must be highly organized, able to
questions and skiing friends along, it’s a work in a high pressure environment,
great opportunity to meet and rub elbows, able to think quickly, good customer
service skills required, minimum PSIA
learn and laugh with an icon of women’s ski
level 1 certification required, and must be
culture. The complete theory and details
dependable. Person will schedule ski and
can be found at www.jeanniethoren.com
snowboard lessons, work directly with
the group sales manager on special
programs, will oversee new instructor
Jeannie Thorean will be at the following training program (ski and snowboard),
locations: schedule instructor clinics, organize
training programs, review payroll, and
September-22 PIERCE SKATE & SKI 208 W 98th St.
Minneapolis, Mn Reception & Presentation 6-9 PM track lessons. Person will also have to
September-23 PIERCE SKATE & SKI 208 W 98th St. resolve any customer service issues at
Minneapolis, Mn Equipment Consultations 10AM to 5 PM
September-24 PIERCE SKATE & SKI 208 W 98th St. the snowsports school. Basic computer
Minneapolis, Mn Equipment Consultations 12:00 to 3:00 knowledge required. MS Office and SMS
September-26 LES MOISE 18000 W Bluemound Rd/Brookfield, program knowledge a plus. Position is
Wis Reception & Presentation 6:30-9 PM seasonal full time with other
September-27 LES MOISE 18000 W Bluemound Rd/Brookfield,
Wis Equipment Consultations 10AM to 5 PM opportunities available at the resort
September-28 LES MOISE 18000 W Bluemound Rd/Brookfield, during the summer months depending
Wis Equipment Consultations 10AM to 5 PM
on qualifications.
September-29 VIKING 3422 W Fullerton/Chicago, Il Reception
& Presentation 6-9 PM
September-30 VIKING 3422 W Fullerton/Chicago, il Contact Hans W. Hauschild, Snowsports Area
Equipment Consultations 10AM to 5 PM Director, at hanshauschild@grandgeneva.com
October-1 VIKING 3422 W Fullerton/Chicago, il Equipment
Consultations 11AM to 3 PM
or (262)245-7530 with any questions.
October-2 SKI CO 430 S Main Rochester/MI Reception & Please email, fax (262) 249-4561 or send
Presentation 6-9 PM
resume to:
October-3 BILL & PAULS 120 E Paris SE Grand Rapids, MI
Reception & Presentation 6-9 PM The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva, Attn:
October-4 BILL & PAULS 120 E Paris SE Grand Rapids, Mi
Snowsports, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake
Equipment Consultations 9AM to 9 PM
Geneva, WI 53147, with experience and
October-5 GEIGER'S 50 Shopping Plaza Chagrin Falls, Oh references.
Reception & Presentation 6-9 PM
October-6 GEIGER'S 50 Shopping Plaza Chagrin Falls, Oh
Equipment Consultations 9AM to 4 PM Also now hiring ski and snowboard
October-6 GEIGER'S 14710 Detroit St. Lakewood, Oh
Reception & Presentation 6-9 PM
instructors!
October-7 GEIGER'S 14710 Detroit St. Lakewood Equipment
Consultations 9AM to 6 PM
October-8 BUCKEYE SPORTS 4610 State Rd Penninsula, Oh
Reception & Presentation 6-9 PM
October-9 BUCKEYE SPORTS 4610 State Rd Penninsula, Oh
FRIENDS DON’T
Equipment Consultations 10AM to 5 PM
Don’t forget men are especially welcome too!
LET FRIENDS
TAKE AN
EXAM
A mandatory education WITHOUT FIRST
event is now required TAKING THE
prior to all snowboard PREP!
level 2/3 exams
Ed events can be almost any
GET PREPPED WITH
event that is not a test. ie: ride PSIA-C.
with D-team, prep, RTD,
freestyle accred, etc.
PASS THE FIRST TIME.
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IN MEMORIAM
Andrew Fischer
On April 9th Perfect North Slopes lost one
of its own young instructors, Andrew
Fischer, in a tragic four wheeler accident;
Andrew had just recently turned eighteen
years old and was planning to attend
Akron University this fall. Andrew worked
with me during the last two seasons and
prior to working with me, Andrew taught
in our Kids Camp program. Sadly, I had
just sent a letter of recommendation to
Mike Bell, Boston Mills-Brandywine Ski
School Director, recommending Andrew
for a position with their ski school next
season.
This was an enthusiastic young man,
joining PSIA as a student member and
achieving his Level I all this season. I am
sure those that knew Andrew, understand
he is now working very hard to get the last
word in with his new Head Instructor and
probably asking his new Head Instructor if
he can wear the ball cap he and I tussled
about for a season. It was very ironic that
Andrew received the “Nicole Michelle
Bartz” award for Outstanding Young
Instructor this season, named in honor of
another outstanding young instructor who
tragically lost her life in 2003 at only
eighteen years of age.
Andrew we (I) will miss you! Ski the
constant deep powder for us, teach like we
know you can, and Nicole, you have my
permission to interrupt him every once in
a while.
John Cole Perfect North Slopes (&
Andrews Friend)
Eldon Abbey
Thompsonville – Eldon E. “Bud” Abbey, 77
of Thompsonville, MI died Sunday, July 9,
2006 at Munson Medical Center in
Traverse City. He was born October 25,
1928 in Lakeview, the son of Clifford and
Arleu (Peavey) Abbey.
Bud was an avid skier, and had been a ski
instructor for over 50 years. Ski Magazine
recently named him as one of the top 100
ski instructors in the nation. Crystal
Mountain also named a ski run in Bud’s
honor.
Bud was known for his hard work ethic
and for his love of coaching and watching
children’s sports, especially those in which
his grandchildren were participating. He
had also enjoyed splitting wood,
woodworking, hunting and being
outdoors.
The members and staff of the Central
Division would like to recognize these fine
individuals for sharing their joy and
passion with friends as well as students
for a sport we love.
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT
WELCH VILLAGE RESORT
The SkiLink Learning Center at Welch Village
Resort is looking for enthusiastic instructors to
join our team.
The SkiLink Learning Center is poised for a
successful season. The learning center has
received national recognition as the first resort in
North America to partner with PSIA on the Go
with a Pro marketing program. The learning
center played a key role in Welch Village being
awarded an NSAA Customer Service Award.
Plus, Welch Village will be partnering with a
regional retail chain to offer an innovative learn
to ski package available for purchase throughout
the Twin Cities.
Welch Village instructors receive free continuing
training by level 3 instructors, plus discounts
throughout the resort.
Openings:
Elementary School Program – The
program helps 9000 5th-8th graders from
Southern Minnesota learn to ski. The program
goes from January to the Mid-March, with most
teaching occurring Monday-Friday 9am-1pm,
but evening ski and snowboard lessons are
available. A commitment to teaching weekdays
in December and through the end of the season
is needed.
Weekend & Holiday Team – Help teach
people of all ages and ability levels how to ski
and snowboard.
Contact Mary B Rosett at 651-222-7079 x33 or
skilink@welchvillage.com
Don’t forget to
order manuals for
test from office
517-327 0601
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PSIA-C ADOPTS NEW
CORPORATE NAME
The Profesional Ski Instructors of
America-Central(PSIA-C) and American
Association of Snowboard Instructors-
Central(AASI-C) will now operate as DBA
(doing business as) organizations under
the umbrella corporate title of the
American Snowsports Education
Association-Central (ASEA-C).
It is important to note that while ASEA-C
is the new coporate name, the brand
names PSIA-C and AASI-C will not
change. This change follows national’s
move two years ago. Each member will
still be identified by his or her affiliation
with either PSIA or AASI.
Congratulations to our 2006
Award recipients!
Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement
Award:
Walter Rasula from Blizzard Ski School, MN
June Compton from Mad River Mountain, OH
and Perfect North Slopes, IN
Henry Walder from Tyrolean Ski Adventures, MI
Louis Miller from Blizzard Ski School, MI
Recipient of the Instructor of the Division
Award:
Arnie Wright from Cascade Mountain, WI
Recipient of the Instructor of the Section
Award:
Section 3 - Simon Unkovskoy from Wilmot
Mountain, IL
Check the Early Winter 2006 Central Line
Newsletter for more information on these
members!
Think that there is someone
else that should have been on
the list and recognized?
Send in your nomination for an
instructor to be recognized
today!
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STEPPING OUT OF
BOUNDS
If you enjoy an occasional jaunt
out-of-bounds at those big
mountain ski areas you are at risk.
It’s not the big bowls, cirques or
chutes that normally nail people.
It’s the small drainage or the short
cut to the lodge that normally take
the unsuspecting skier by surprise.
Crested Butte lost two tourists in
the parking lot last year while
getting their skis out of the car.
There was a 100 ft. bank located
next to the parking lot that just
suddenly gave up its snow.
Avalanches simply follow physical
laws. Nature doesn’t care about
your agenda or who you are. If
you want to learn to read the
signs, read on.
course is a prerequisite to the
professional grade course
(Avalanche Level II) that is offered
in the Wasatch Range this year.
The Avalanche Level II Course is a
week long and goes into
considerable depth in each of the
above subjects. We usually break
up the week with heli-skiing mid-
week. That’s not part of the
program but $250 gets you up the
mountain three times. Try to beat
that price. Another thing to
consider is that if you someday
seek big mountain employment
this course puts you at the front of
the line.
If you want more information on
the AFR Course contact Kristi
Olson at:
live2skimountains@hotmail.com
If you want information on the
Avalanche Level II Course contact
Darcy Hanley at:
darcy@zoomtown.com
Or:
dmihuta@fuse.net
Central Division Avalanche Advisor
(513) 919-3129

The National Ski Patrol Avalanche

Group is offering an Avalanche
Fundamentals and Rescue Course
(AFR) this fall at the Boyne
Highlands on December 9th and
10th concurrently with the PSIA
event. The course takes one full
day and a part of day two. The
course includes the following:

• Terrain Analysis
• Weather
• Snowpack Analysis
• Route Finding
• Mitigation
• Slope Analysis
• Transceiver Usage
• Organized Rescue

If you ski in the backcountry you

owe it to your partner to be able to
find him/her quickly if buried by
avalanche. The best news of all is
that the course costs only $35 per
person.

Anyone can take this course. You

don’t have to be a member of the
NSP or PSIA to attend. This

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SNOWSPORTS
SCHOOL
DIRECTORS
RALLY 2006
by
Rick Van Tongeren – S.S.D.
Committee Chair
The Directors Rally (DR) was held in
August at Crystal Mountain, Michigan,
with over 400 in attendance. The DR was
in conjunction with the Midwest Ski Areas
Association (M.S.A.A.) Summer Meetings
& Trade Show. It was a fantastic
opportunity to learn and gather
information about all facets of the
Snowsports Industry. M.S.A.A. Executive
Director, Chris Stoddard and his staff are
to be commended for putting on a first
class event!
The DR had 26 participants on the first
day, representing over 2,000 snowsports
instructors. We had between 12 to15
participants for the remaining two
sessions; a number of which were
snowsports directors. We met each day
during the event to exchange knowledge,
ideas and experiences that snowsports
schools could utilize at their own areas.
The first session was an information-
gathering seminar led by several guest
speakers that brought us up to speed to
what is currently happening within the
American Snowsports Education
Association (A.S.E.A).
Mark Dorsey, the interim Executive
Director of A.S.E.A. National, gave us a
very informative “on-line” presentation of
the current web site (www.psia.org) and
the soon to be launched upgraded web
site. There were many opportunities to ask
questions and improve our browsing
techniques on the site in order to quickly
retrieve specific information. A.S.E.A.
National is developing several great
products that will be available in the near
future.
Kelsey Gregory, from A.S.E.A. – Central,
took us on a tour of our Central Web site.
It was great to have a “live” on line hook
up to display the sites on a projector /
screen so all could participate in the
browsing.
Both the National and Central web sites
are alive with valuable information and
should be checked often!
PSIA-C/AASI-C Center Line
Engelbert Gal, A.S.E.A. - Central Marketing
VP, presented a number of new posters &
informational cards for us to promote Your Opportunity to
“Taking Lessons From a Pro”. He shared
highlights of the most recent Board
ADVERTISE
Meeting, the Central Line Newsletter, and
some of what the future holds for
A.S.E.A.-C. We also had opportunities to
in the
talk about the 2006-07 tentative event
schedule.
There were many questions asked of our CENTRAL LINE
guest speakers, which was a great
opportunity for all those in attendance to
share and exchange ideas. Advertise your program, product,
ski school, used equipment swap or
The second day was the director’s Think any other snowsport item in the
Tank. The roundtable discussion was very
PSIA-C newsletter. We offer
enlightening and productive with
classified Ads and Display Ads.
improving our snowsports guest’s
experience at our areas as the main
objective. Ideas ranged from improving Classified Ads:
staff training, implementing guest-specific
Classified Ads are line type ads
programs, facilities, hiring,
communications, software, and facilities run in a specific section of the
layout. newsletter. Classified ads may vary
in size and rates depending on the
The Think Tank discussions could have number of words in the ad.
gone on longer, but there was a full
agenda to attend with tremendous “break
out sessions” and guest speakers that PSIA-C Member Ski
were provided by M.S.A.A. Schools:
Help Wanted Ads - No Charge
The third day was spent discussing the
Fall A.S.E.A.- Central Directors meeting at Other Classified Ads - $10.00
Boyne Highlands & Wild Mountain (on minimum for 30 words or less, plus
snow). The focus then shifted to our next $.20 per word over 30.
Summer Rally (2007 at Chestnut Mtn.)
and what types of presentations and
programs we’d like to include. This Other Schools, Persons,
gathering proved to be a great start to an or Orginizations:
annual A.S.E.A.-C. Directors Rally with the
All Classified Ads - $20.00
M.S.A.A. Summer Meetings & Trade
minimum for 30 words or less,
Show. The tie-in with M.S.A.A. was
plus $.25 per word over 30.
appropriate and our director attendance
was better than anticipated as well. If you
Note: Long numbers and similar
are a director and could not attend this
text (e.g. e-mail, addresses, etc.)
event, we hope to see you at next
Summers Rally in Galena, Illinois! will be divided into words for the
purpose of calculating the ad rate.
Thanks to everyone that attended this
event, a special thanks to Susan Garber
Vigland & John Reents for their help on Camera Ready
this project. Think global cooling!
Display Ads:
Full Page 7 1/2 ” x 10” $350
Thank You! Half Page 7 1/2 ” x 5” $250
Quarter 3 1/2 ” x 5” $120
PSIA and AASI would like to thank John
and Amy Reents as well as Afton Alps for
Eighth 3 1/2 ” x 21/2 ” $60
their service in representing our
organization through the years to the
Midwest Skis Areas Association. On Display Ads will be set off from
behalf of the Central Division members the surrounding text.
and staff thank you.
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 Then the “Accredited Trainers” participated in the Trainers’
TRAINER’S DEVELOPMENT Development Programs (TDP) I & II. TDP I was held at Giants
Ridge in December & TDP II was held at Welch Village in March.

PROGRAM Both the TDP I & II are two day events consisting of indoor and
on-snow participation.
Central Division Congratulates First The TDP I topics are the teaching model & skiing model,
Accredited Trainers primarily focused on training your staff to instruct their guests
from the “never-ever” beginner to an intermediate level. This
by Vicki Garves Berg Education Staff weekend also helps the trainer better prepare staff for PSIA Level
I certification.
During the 2005-06 season the PSIA-C Trainers’ Accreditation was
introduced. The TDP II topics are focused toward a more advanced training
mode. This weekend consists of movement analysis and
The following people were motivated to complete this accreditation
evaluation preparation. The TDP II is designed to help trainers
in this first year by attending all the required Trainers’ Development
Program (TDP) offerings. assist their staff in achieving confidence in advanced level
lessons and internal staff clinics. Additionally, TDP II can help the
We are excited to introduce you to our first PSIA-C Accredited trainers assist their staff members as they aspire to PSIA
Trainers: certification Levels II & III.

Craig Johnson-Wild Mountain Each of the TDP events has a workbook which gives the
Mick Corbett-Wild Mountain participants a curriculum and additional information designed to
Cathy Williamson-Ski Jammers help the trainer in his or her home school. These workbooks are
Patrick Hall-Trollhaugen packed full of information on the specific topics covered at the
Sharon Lahti-Spirit Mountain TDP events, however I am sure the “Accredited Trainers” listed
Heidi Jo Karlsson-Sprit Mountain above would agree that the most valuable information they
Sandy Vicari-Giants Ridge received was from the exchange of ideas that we all shared
Shelly Pierson-Giants Ridge
during the events.
Christian Bauerecker-Welch Village
Neal Menecke-Welch Village
Jim Andrews-Blizzard You can find more information on the “Trainers Development
Program” event offerings and the PSIA-C Trainers Accreditation
Our new PSIA-C Accredited Trainers completed the three required requirements, on the PSIA-C website and in the PSIA-C Central
Trainers’ Development Programs (TDP) events with five days of Line publications.
participation and training.
CONGRATULATIONS to our new “PSIA-C
One of the TDP training days consisted of an indoor/dryland session
focusing on guest services and pre-season staff training for their
Accredited Trainers.”
home areas. This was presented at the “Snowsports Conference” &
Professional Development Series (PDS) last fall, as well as an
unscheduled event held the Friday before the March 2006 Welch
event.

Recognition of Foundation Donations

The PSIA/AASI-C Foundation will be recognizing
those who donate to this organization. Donate
$15 or more to be recognized as a BRONZE
Contributing Donor. Increments of $50, $100
and $150 or more will be recognized respectively
as SILVER Sustaining, GOLD Supporting and
PLATINUM Sponsoring Donors.
Look for the Foundation Donors listed in our
newsletter and on the web.

Nominate a fellow instructor for

Instructor of the Section for
2006-2007 Season by April 1,
2007.
See www.psia-c.org for details.

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EXCELLENCE IN
CUSTOMER
SERVICE:
The Formula for Success
with MRM Beginner
Skiers & Riders!
by John Domiano, Member and Editor
Because of our guests, we exist. Our
existence as Snow Pros revolves around
creating a safe and exciting experience for
our guests. We exist to provide a safe, fun
and learning environment. We exist to
create and manage an environment to
which they will want to return to Mad
River Mountain (MRM) time and time
again.
Perhaps the most crucial part of teaching
beginning skiers/boarders is preparation
of the “game plan”; what we are going to
do, why we are going to do it, and how we
are going to encourage our guests to
accomplish movements that will lead to
skillful skiing/boarders. Our credibility with
our guests rests on our choices here. Our
degree of success (and that of the guest)
will depend on our strategy for our guest’s
development and our ability to improvise
and change our lesson plan given the
experiences that occur during the lesson,
and our energy and judgement.
As with any equation, the Formula for
Success with MRM Beginning Skiers &
Riders has many variables. A ski lesson
for a beginner or group of beginning
skiers/boarders invariably leads to a
variety of situations, thus having many
solutions. A great Snow Pro has a solid
understanding of the fundamental
movements of efficient skiing/boarding,
how variables will affect the outcomes,
and how to manipulate the variables to
create a solution that leads to success for
our guests. Snow sports schools across
the country use many different teaching
systems, but the fundamental movements
that lead to effective skiing/boarders
remain the same. To be effective as
a Snow Pro, it is critical to make accurate
technical analyses, while keeping the
guest’s goals (as well as your goals) in
mind. Remember, we exist to give our
beginning guests an exciting introduction
to our skiers/boarders. We exist to help
our guests develop the skills that will lead
to successful skiing/riding.
BECAUSE THE CUSTOMER…
PSIA-C/AASI-C Center Line
Because the customer has a need,
we have a job to do.
Because the customer has a choice,
we must be the better choice.
Because the customer has sensibilities,
we must be considerate.
Because the customer has an urgency,
we must be quick.
Because the customer is unique,
we must be flexible.
Because the customer has high
expectations,
we must excel.
Because the customer has influence,
we have the hope of more customers.
Because of the customer,
We exist!
A Snow Pro not only represents
him/herself, but also the Mad River
Mountain (MRM) Ski School, MRM and
PSIA/AASI. Customer Service is one of the
most important things that we, as Snow
Pros, do.
In PSIA/AASI we describe the way we
interact with customers as “Customer-
Centered.” In order to act in a customer-
centered way, a good rule of thumb is to
try to see every situation from the
perspective of the customer or fellow
employee.
Every time we interact with a guest, we
will leave a positive, neutral, or negative
impression. Each of us has the ability to
positively impact a guest’s perception of
the resort, our ski school, or our fellow
employees. It is important to be aware of
customer service not only when teaching a
lesson, but anytime you can positively
impact a guest’s perception. Another way
to improve customer service is through
our interactions with other mountain
employees and more importantly, OUR
FIRST TIME GUESTS – from the moment
they enter the ticket office until the end of
their first lesson.
When we treat our fellow employees with
respect and clearly communicate in a
constructive way, we facilitate better
service and a friendlier environment
throughout the resort.
Moreover, when we treat our first time
guests with the same passion and
enthusiasm as we have for the sport, they
will have a positive experience both on the
hill and with our staff; which will result in
return visits to both MRM and our ski
school.
Given the fact that the number one
15
reason for a customer to not return is
perceived employee apathy, customer
service represents one of the greatest
opportunities for us to inspire a life long
passion for the alpine environment!
Editor’s note: Thank you on behalf of the association
for sharing what your ski schools is doing at Mad
River Mountian.
Tell us what you are doing at your resort by sending
us an e-mail at info@psia-c.org
PRO APPRECIATION
DAY SUNDAY OCTOBER
1, 2006
Celebrating its 30th Anniversary,
Snowcrest Ski & Snowboard Center
of Crestwood, IL, a combination
retail store and indoor ski/snowboard
training facility, utilizing the
Mogulslope Snowsports Trainer for
skiing and snowboard instruction
and the best stance analysis is
sponsoring a Pro Day on Sunday
October 1st, 2006 from 11:00am to
5:00pm.
This event will get you pro pricing
along with the best advice on
equipment, apparel and services.
Snowcrest prides itself on doing
extensive product testing, more than
any store in the country. Recently
named a Gold Medal Shop by SKI
Magazine, Snowcrest is owned and
operated by certified instructors and
recognized by RealSkiers.Com and
Ski Press Magazine as one of their
primary testers.
Snowcrest values your contributions
to the snowsports industry.
Snowcrest employees share your
passion for achieving positive results
with equipment selection, alignment
and tuning. They too take pride in
aiding you to be the best that you,
the snowsports professional, can be.
PSIA/AASI Level I, II & III credentials
are required to attend this event. For
info on Snowcrest services visit our
website at www.snowcrst.com or e-
mail us at snowcrest@sbcglobal.net.
To pre-register, call (708) 389-4963
– Pre registration is encouraged.
Save a few trees and help us save a
few dollars by receiving the newsletter
in the electronic format.
2006/2007 Education Edition
 CENTRAL DIVISION 2006/2007
EVENTS CALENDAR
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8AM FOR ALL EVENTS

Notes: * = Events with limited spaces; may fill prior to deadlines!

Events with weekdays are highlighted in red

CHILDREN'S 2006/2007 CALENDAR

CHILDREN'S EDUCATION PROGRAMS
KNEE-HIGH KNOWLEDGE - 2 DAYS - $120 (All disciplines- Workbook Completion Required)
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
9100 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 9104 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
9101 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 9105 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
9102 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 9106 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
9103 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007

CHILDREN'S MOVEMENT ANALYSIS - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Children's Accredited members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
9107 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 9111 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
9108 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 9112 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
9109 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 9113 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
9110 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
CHILDREN'S ACCREDITATION SERIES
CHILDREN'S ACCREDITATION - 2 DAYS - $150 (All disciplines- Workbook Completion Required)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8100 Afton Alps, MI Dec. 2-3 11/17/206 8104 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
8101 Boyne Mountain, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8105 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
8102 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8106 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
8103 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007

FREESTYLE 2006/2007 CALENDAR

FREESTYLE EDUCATION PROGRAMS
FREESTYLE TEACHING DEVELOPMENT - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline
6200 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2007

FREESTYLE CAMP -2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Levels 1,2,3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
6201 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 6202 Alpine Valley, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
FREESTYLE ACCREDITATION SERIES
FREESTYLE ACCREDITATION (BASIC) - 2 DAY - $150 Limited to 6 Participants
(Open to Levels 1,2,3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8202 *Welch Village, MN Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007 8204 *Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
8203 *Tyrol Basin, WI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007

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TEACHING SERIES
TEACHING FUNDAMENTALS (A) - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4100 Ski Brule, MI Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 4103 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006
4101 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 4104 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
4102 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006

TEACHING FUNDAMENTALS (B) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4105 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 4108 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
4106 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 4109 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
4107 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007

TEACHING FUNDAMENTALS (C) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4110 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 4112 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
4111 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 4113 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
SKIING SERIES
FUNDAMENTALS OF SKI INSTRUCTION - 2 DAYS - $140 INCLUDES DIVISION DUES
(New Instructors)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4114 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4115 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007

SKIING FUNDAMENTALS (A) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4116 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 4118 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006
4117 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4119 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007

SKIING FUNDAMENTALS (B) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4120 Ski Brule, MI Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 4123 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
4121 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 4124 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
4122 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007

SKIING FUNDAMENTALS (C) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4125 Snow Creek, MO Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 4128 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
4126 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 4129 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
4127 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 4130 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007

GREY WOLF SERIES - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Alpine 2 & 3 - very aggressive skiing)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4131 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4134 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
4132 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 4135 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
4133 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007 4136 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

SILVER FOX SERIES - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Senior Instructors)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4137 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4141 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
4138 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 4142 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
4139 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 4143 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
4140 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007 4144 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

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VARIETY IN THE SPICE OF SKIING - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4145 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4147 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
4146 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007 4148 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS EXPERIENCE - 2 DAY S - $120

(Open to all Members w/ 5+ years teaching)
Num Location Dates Deadline
4149 *Wild Mountain, MN Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
SPECIALTY SERIES
REINSTATEMENT CLINIC - 3 DAYS - $150 plus dues and reinstatement fee.
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
6100 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 8-10 11/24/2006 6101 Welch Village, MN Mar. 2-4 2/16/2007

WOMEN'S CLINIC w/ D-Team - 2 DAYS - $200

(Open to Levels 1, 2, & 3) D-TEAM CLINIC LEADERS!
Num Location Dates Deadline
Spend two days with a
6102 *Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 18-19 1/5/2007
6103 *Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 25-26 1/12/2007 current or former
6104 *Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 D-Team member!
6105 *Paoli Peaks, IN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
6106 Aspen / Snowmass, CO Apr. 9-10 3/23/2007

WOMEN'S CLINIC w/ PSIA-C Leaders - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline
6107 *Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006

MINI ACADEMY - 2 DAYS - $200

(Open to Levels 1, 2, & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline
6108 *Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 Save 20$ on your second education
6109 *Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 25-26 1/12/2007 event of the season!
6110 *Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
6111 *Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
6112 *Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
6113 *Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

SPRING RALLY - 2 DAYS - $150

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline
9102 Aspen / Snowmass, CO Apr. 9-10 3/23/2007

VIDEO / MOVEMENT ANALYSIS - 2 DAYS - $150

(Open to Levels 1, 2, & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
6114 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 6119 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
6115 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 6120 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
6116 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 6121 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
6117 Afton Alps, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 6122 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
6118 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007

PATROLLER DEVELOPMENT - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Levels 1, 2, & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
6123 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 6125 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
6124 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
BEYOND SERIES
EDUCATION STAFF DEVELOPMENT GROUP - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Level 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
7100 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/17/2006 7101 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/24/2006

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SNOWSPORT SCHOOL DIRECTORS MEETING - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to School Directors)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
7102 Afton Alps, MN Nov. 30-Dec. 1 11/17/2006 7103 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 7-8 11/24/2006
TRAINERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (1) - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Levels 2 & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
7104 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 7106 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
7105 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006
TRAINERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (2) - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Levels 2 & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
7107 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007 7108 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

VARIETY SERIES
SAMPLER PLATTER - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline
6126 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006
RACE SERIES
REV IT UP A - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
6127 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 6129 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
6128 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007 6130 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

REV IT UP B - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Levels 2 & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
6131 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 6132 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007

RACE CAMP W/ D-TEAM - 2 DAYS - $200 (D-Team Clinic Leaders)

(Open to Levels 1, 2 & 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline
6133 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
EDUCATION SERIES
LEVEL 1 DEVELOPMENT GROUP - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Registered Members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8107 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 8110 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
8108 Snow Creek, MO Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 8111 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
8109 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8112 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007

LEVEL 2 DEVELOPMENT GROUP - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8113 Snow Creek, MO Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 8114 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007

LEVEL 3 DEVELOPMENT GROUP - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8115 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8117 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
8116 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 8118 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007

LEVEL 1 DEVELOPMENT GROUP (Exam Prep) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Registered Members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8119 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8120 Boston Mills/ Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007

Take the Prep, then the Test. Pass the first time.

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LEVEL 2 DEVELOPMENT GROUP (Exam Prep) - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8121 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 8128 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
8122 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8129 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
8123 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 8130 Boston Mills/ Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
8124 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8131 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
8125 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8132 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
8126 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 8133 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
8127 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007

LEVEL 3 DEVELOPMENT GROUP (Exam Prep) - 2 DAYS - $120

(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8134 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 8141 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
8135 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8142 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
8136 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 8143 Boston Mills/ Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
8137 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8144 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
8138 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 8145 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
8139 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 8146 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
8140 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
CERTIFICATION SERIES
LEVEL 1 EXAMS - 2 DAYS - $150 / STUDENTS - $125
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
1100 Ski Brule, MI Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 1109 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
1101 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 2-3 11/17/2006 1110 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
1102 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 1111 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
1103 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 1112 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
1104 Snow Creek, MO Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 1113 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
1105 Hyland Hills, MN Jan. 9-11 12/29/2006 1114 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
1106 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 1115 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
1107 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 1116 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
1108 Perfect North Slopes Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 1117 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

LEVEL 2 EXAMS - 3 DAYS - $225

(WRITTEN EXAM PREREQUISITE)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
2100 Afton Alps, MN Dec. 1-3 11/17/2006 2107 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 9-11 1/26/2007
2101 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 8-10 11/24/2006 2108 Sunburst, WI Feb. 9-11 1/26/2007
2102 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 2109 Boston Mills/Brandywine, OH Feb. 16-18 2/2/2007
2103 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 19-21 1/5/2007 2110 Welch Village, MN Mar. 2-4 2/16/2007
2104 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 19-21 1/5/2007 2111 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 9-11 2/23/2007
2105 Wild Mountain, MN Jan. 26-28 1/12/2007 2112 Marquette, MI Mar. 16-18 3/2/2007
2106 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 2-4 1/19/2007

LEVEL 3 EXAMS - 3 DAYS - $225

(WRITTEN EXAM PREREQUISITE)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
3100 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 19-21 1/5/2007 3103 Welch Village, MN Mar. 2-4 2/16/2007
3101 Schuss Mountain, MI Feb. 9-11 1/26/2007 3104 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 9-11 2/23/2007
3102 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 19-21 1/5/2007 3105 Marquette, MI Mar. 16-18 3/2/2007

ADAPTIVE 2006/2007 CALENDAR

EDUCATION SERIES
ADAPTIVE WORKSHOP CLINIC - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4350 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 4352 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
4351 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 4353 Spirit Mountain, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007

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Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4354 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 4356 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
4355 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 4357 Spirit Mountain, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
CERTIFICATION SERIES
LEVEL 1 EXAMS 2 DAYS - $150 / STUDENTS - $125
(Prerequisite: Level 1 Exam Prep Packet)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
1300 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 1302 Pine Knob, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
1301 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 1303 Spirit Mountain, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007

LEVEL 2 EXAMS - 2 DAYS - $150

(Prerequisite: Workshop Clinic)
Num Location Dates Deadline
2300 Spirit Mountain, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007

SNOWBOARD 2006/2007 CALENDAR

TEACHING / RIDING SERIES
RIDING / TEACHING DEVELOPMENT - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4200 Wild Mountain, MN Nov. 25-26 11/10/06 4205 Giants Ridge, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/07
4201 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 11/22/06 4206 Welch Village, MN Feb. 3-4 1/19/07
4202 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/06 4207 Crystal Mountain, MI Feb. 10-11 1/26/07
4203 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/07 4208 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/07
4204 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/07
SPECIALTY SERIES
MINI ACADEMY (D-Team Clinic Leaders) - 2 DAYS - $200
D-TEAM CLINIC LEADERS!
(Open to Levels 1,2,3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Spend two days with a
6204 *Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 current or former
6205 *Afton Alps, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 D-Team member!
6206 *Alpine Valley, OH Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007

SPRING RALLY - 2 DAYS - $150

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline
6207 Aspen / Snowmass, CO Apr. 9-10 3/23/2007

BIG SNOW OUTFITTERS SNOWBOARD CAMP

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Notes
n/a Blackjack, MI Jan. 6-7 Register w/ BSO Members can use this event for AASI-C education credit.
BEYOND SERIES
DCL AUDITION - 2 DAYS - NO COST / NO CREDIT
(Open to Level 3)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
7201 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007 7202 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
EXAM PREPARATORY SERIES
LEVEL 2 PREP - 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8205 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8207 Afton Alps, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
8206 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007

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LEVEL 3 PREP 2 DAYS - $120
(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8208 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8210 Afton Alps, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
8209 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
CERTIFICATION SERIES
LEVEL 1 EXAM - 2 DAYS - $150 / STUDENTS - $125
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
1200 Wild Mountain, MN Nov. 25-26 11/10/2006 1212 Afton Alps, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007
1201 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 1213 Alpine Valley, MI Jan. 29-31 1/12/2007
1203 Brandywine, OH Dec. 18-20 (PM) 12/1/2006 1214 Pine Knob Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
1204 Mad River, OH Jan. 6-7 12/22/2006 1215 Welch Village, MN Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
1205 Wilmot, WI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 1216 Cascade Mountain, WI Feb. 3-4 1/19/2007
1206 Buck Hill, MN Jan. 16-18 (PM) 1/5/2007 1217 Alpine Valley, OH Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
1207 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 1218 Sunburst, WI Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007
1208 Chestnut Mountain, IL Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 1219 Swiss Valley, MI Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
1209 Perfect North Slopes, IN Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 1220 Lake Geneva, WI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007
1210 Giants Ridge, MN Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 1221 Tyrol Basin, WI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007
1211 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 27-28 1/12/2007 1222 Marquette, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

LEVEL 2 EXAM - 2 DAYS - $150

Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
2201 Cannonsburg, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007 2204 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007
2202 Alpine Valley, OH Feb. 10-11 1/26/2007 2205 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
2203 Tyrol Basin, WI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007

LEVEL 3 EXAM - 2 DAYS - $150

Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
2300 Welch Village, MN Mar. 3-4 2/16/2007 2301 Boyne Mountain, MI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

NORDIC 2006/2007 CALENDAR

EDUCATION SERIES
NORDIC TRACK WORKSHOP CLINIC - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85
(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4400 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 4403 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
4401 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4404 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007
4402 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006

TELEMARK WORKSHOP CLINIC - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4300 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 4303 Boston Mills, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
4301 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4304 Mt. Bohemia, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
4302 Boyne Mountain, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 4305 Marquette, MI Mar. 25-26 3/10/2006

NORDIC TRACK INSTRUCTOR TRAINING - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4405 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 4408 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
4406 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4409 Boyne Mountain, MI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007
4407 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4410 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

TELEMARK INSTRUCTOR TRAINING - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85

(Open to all members)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
4306 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 4309 Boyne Mountain, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006
4307 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 4310 Boston Mills, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
4308 Indianhead, MI Dec. 11 11/24/2006 4311 Indianhead, MI Mar. 12 2/23/2007

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NORDIC TRACK LEVEL 2 PREP - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85
(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8400 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 8402 Minoqcua Winter Park, WI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006
8401 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8403 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007

TELEMARK LEVEL 2 PREP - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85

(Open to Level 1)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8300 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 8303 Indianhead, MI Mar. 12 2/23/2007
8301 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8304 Mt. Bohemia, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
8302 Indianhead, MI Dec. 11 11/24/2006

NORDIC TRACK LEVEL 3 PREP - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85

(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8404 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 8406 Minoqcua Winter Park, WI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006
8405 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8407 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007

TELEMARK LEVEL 3 PREP - 2 DAYS - $120 / 1 DAY - $85

(Open to Level 2)
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
8305 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 8308 Boston Mills, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
8306 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 8309 Indianhead, MI Mar. 12 2/23/2007
8307 Indianhead, MI Dec. 11 11/24/2006 8310 Mt. Bohemia, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
CERTIFICATION SERIES
NORDIC TRACK LEVEL 1 - 2 DAYS - $150 / STUDENTS - $125
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
1400 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 1403 Crystal Mountain, MI Jan. 20-21 1/5/2007
1401 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 1404 Boyne Mountain, MI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007
1402 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 1405 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

TELEMARK LEVEL 1 - 1 DAY - $95 / 2 DAYS WITH PREP - $150 / STUDENTS - $125
Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
1500 Trollhaugen, WI Nov. 18-19 11/3/2006 1503 Boyne Mountain, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006
1501 Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 9-10 11/24/2006 1504 Boston Mills, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007
1502 Indianhead, MI Dec. 11 11/24/2006 1505 Indianhead, MI Mar. 12 2/23/2007

NORDIC TRACK LEVEL 2 - 2 DAYS - $150

Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
2400 Boyne Mountain, MI Feb. 24-25 2/9/2007 2401 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

TELEMARK LEVEL 2 - 1 DAY - $95 2 DAYS WITH PREP - $150

Num Location Dates Deadline Num Location Dates Deadline
2500 Boyne Mountain, MI Jan. 13-14 12/29/2006 2502 Mt. Bohemia, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007
2501 Boston Mills, OH Feb. 17-18 2/2/2007

NORDIC TRACK LEVEL 3 - 2 DAYS - $150

Num Location Dates Deadline
3400 Minocqua Winter Park, WI Mar. 10-11 2/23/2007

TELEMARK LEVEL 3 2 DAYS - $150

Num Location Dates Deadline
3500 Mt. Bohemia, MI Mar. 17-18 3/2/2007

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Children’s Event
Descriptions
Children’s Education
Program
Knee-High Knowledge
2 Days-$120
(Open to all members)
This two-day event is for the instructor who is
looking for information on teaching snowsports to
children. Any instructor who doesn’t have a lot of
experience in working with children, young or old,
will benefit from this clinic. The only prerequisite is
that you bring your enthusiasm and plan to have fun.
Clinic participants will be introduced to the CAP
Model, Multiple Intelligences, Teaching Model,
Skiing/Riding Model, and Guest Service Model.
This is a great clinic to take as a foundation for
Children’s Accreditation.
Knee High Knowledge Workbook - A "Knee High
Knowledge Workbook" accompanies the Children's
Knee-High Knowledge clinic. Please complete this
workbook and bring with you to the clinic. The
Workbook is available on the PSIA C Website in PDF
or WORD format.
Children’s Movement Analysis
2 Days-$120
(Open to Children’s Accredited
members)
For instructors that have completed the Children’s
Accreditation this two day program will expand on
the “P” of the CAP model to highlight the physical
development of children and how it affects
assessing their movements and monitoring the
lessons. Too often we think of children as small
adults and set goals to correct movements that are
based on development. By digging deeper we can
understand the difference and work with children’s
strengths to help them improve and have fun. Join
the ACE Team in our adventure of looking at tasks,
turns, and lessons from a new perspective to
sharpen your eyes in kid’s movement assessment.
Children’s Accreditation
Series
Children’s Accreditation
2 Days -$150
(Open to all disciplines & all
certification levels)
For: All Certified Levels with 2 years teaching
experience. This two-day event is geared toward the
certified instructor who wants to master the art of
children’s snowsport teaching. Participants will be
evaluated on their teaching, technical, and
movement analysis skills and how they relate to the
CAP model in children’s ski teaching. The
accreditation process is designed to identify and
work on the movement analysis model, related
technical concepts, the ATS teaching model, the
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CAP model and the linking of these concepts for
effective children’s teaching at all ages and ability
levels.
Children's Accreditation Workbook - Each
participant is required to complete the "Children's
Accreditation Workbook" prior to participating in the
Event. The Workbook should be mailed (or emailed)
back to the PSIA -C Office two weeks prior to the
date of the Event. Each participant will have access
to a workbook located on the PSIA-C website (PDF &
MSword format)or by request to complete prior to
the weekend. This workbook will help the
participant learn, prepare and formulate the
concepts and tactics that will be used throughout the
weekend. (Please allow yourself two weeks to
complete the workbook.) This event is open to ALL
disciplines (Alpine, Snowboard, Telemark,
Adaptive).
Freestyle Event
Descriptions
Freestyle Education
Program
Freestyle Teaching Development
2 Days-$120
(Open to all members)
This program is intended for the skiers and
snowboarders who can already perform freestyle
maneuvers at a high level but are looking to
increase their ability to teach these maneuvers. The
clinic will focus on teaching beginner through
intermediate freestyle maneuvers. Additional
discussions on teaching/coaching more advanced
freestyle maneuvers and riders will also be
discussed as time and group experience facilitates.
This is a how to teach freestyle, NOT a how to ride
freestyle clinic.
Freestyle Camp
2 Days-$120
(Open to Levels I, II & III)
Introduction to terrain park and half pipe riding with
emphasis on utilizing freestyle riding movements.
This would satisfy the Level 2/Level 3 exam
education prerequisite for Snowboard. This camp is
open to both Snowboarders and Skiers.
Freestyle Accreditation
Series
Freestyle Accreditation (Basic)
2 Days -$150
(Limited to 6 Participants)
Freestyle accreditation is for snowsports instructors
who wish to specialize their skills in freestyle
training and teaching. The accreditation is a one day
event that will test the candidate’s ability to coach
and perform introductory and intermediate levels of
freestyle maneuvers. At the fundamental level,
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single movement tricks such as 180, 360 and single
grabs, all with several seconds of airtime over
jumps, single rail maneuvers, several halfpipe
tricks and natural terrain abilities are the minimum
expected abilities. This accreditation is open to
both snowboarders and skiers.
Alpine Event
Descriptions
Teaching Series
Teaching Fundamentals (A)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level I)
This clinic will assist you in teaching level 1-4
skiers. This clinic will focus primarily with the
Beginner/Novice Zone. You will learn the details of
the phases of teaching from providing your students
a sense of comfort, explaining to them about
equipment and how to use it, and about the
Responsibility Code.
Teaching Fundamentals (B)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level II)
This clinic will focus primarily with the Intermediate
Zone. You will learn how to teach skills and
movement pools that are contained at this level.
Also, to understand exercises that are applicable for
this level of skier.
Teaching Fundamentals (C)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level III)
This clinic will focus on the Advanced Zone. You will
learn how to teach skills and movement pools that
are contained at this level. Also, to understand
exercises that are applicable for this level of skier.
Skiing Series
Fundamentals of Ski Instruction -
New Instructors
2 Days -$140
(Includes Divisional Dues)
Designed for the individual new to alpine ski
teaching. Participants will learn the basic
principals and philosophies of the American
Teaching System, which includes: the Customer
Service Model, the Teaching Model, and the Skiing
Model. Once this course is completed each
participant will have the ability to teach individuals
the basics of alpine skiing: ATS Levels 1-4. The
written test for Level 1 certification is optional and
can be completed during this course.
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Skiing Fundamentals (A) 2 Days -
$120
(Open to Level I)
This clinic will focus primarily on the
Beginner/Novice Zone. You will learn exercises that
will help your beginning students. Some of those
exercises may include: getting into their skis,
getting up from falls, balance and different
techniques for stopping and slowing down.
Skiing Fundamentals (B)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level II)
This clinic will focus primarily on the Intermediate
Zone. You will learn exercises that will help your
students to understand skills, movement pools,
biomechanics, etc. for the skier at this level. Some
of those exercises may include: skiing lots of turn
shapes, carving on groomed terrain, and short
dynamic turns on steeper terrain
Skiing Fundamentals (C)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level III)
This clinic will focus primarily on the Intermediate
Zone. You will learn exercises that will help your
students to understand skills, movement pools,
biomechanics, etc. for the skier at this level. Some
of those exercises may include: skiing lots of turn
shapes, carving on groomed terrain, and short
dynamic turns on steeper terrain
Grey Wolf Series
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level II&III-very agressive
skiing)
There is no time to stand around and talk! This
clinic is for the individual who wants to ski hard and
dynamic all day! There will be different topics
based on the skiing conditions.
Silver Fox Series
2 Days -$120
(Open to Senior Instructors)
This clinic is focused toward the senior instructor
wanting to improve his or her skiing techniques.
This clinic is slower pace with minimal skiing. The
group will decide what skiing topics to focus on.
This clinic will combine skiing and indoor round
table discussions through out the day.
Variety in the spice of skiing
2 Days -$120
(Open to all members)
Introduction to alternative tactics and techniques for
variety of terrain and conditions. Get out of your
trench -making rut! Learn to love the crud!
Breakable crust? I spit on it! Cement doesn't have
to be sticky! In this course you'll create a variety of
turn initiations, shapes and skill blending with an
eye towards use in the mountains when you meet or
want to create new learning challenges for yourself.
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Experienced Instructors Experience
2 Days -$120
(Open to all Members w/ 5+ years teaching)
This clinic is focused toward the senior instructor
wanting to improve his or her skiing techniques.
This clinic is slower pace with minimal skiing. The
group will decide what skiing topics to focus on.
This clinic will combine skiing and indoor round
table discussions through out the day.
Specialty Series
Reinstatement Event
3 Days -$150 plus dues and
reinstatement fee.
This event is for the member who is rejoining PSIA-
C from an extended lapse. The individual will be
familiarized with the latest teaching and skiing
trends. *For additional locations please contact the
Central Division office.
Women’s Clinic with D-Team
2 Days -$200
(Open to Levels I,II&III-Clinic ran by D-
Team Staff)
This event will give you the opportunity to work with
nationally renowned women professionals building
on your skiing skills and confidence. The experience
and relationships developed with this event could
last a lifetime.
Women’s Clinic
2 Days -$120
(Open to all members-Clinic ran by
PSIA-C Staff)
This two-day event is a perfect opportunity for
women to enjoy a women’s only ski clinic, with
emphasis on camaraderie, as well as skill
improvement in a positive, supportive environment.
The group will concentrate on employing a skills
based approach, touch on biomechanical issues
using alignment, stance, balance drills, efficient
movement patterns, and tactical exploration at an
easy pace. This group will explore the visual cues to
good skiing, skill refinement, as well as education
on women’s specific equipment.
Mini Academy
2 Days -$200
(Open to Levels I,II & III)
The Mini Academy is considered by many
participants as one of our best events! This event
uses current or former National Demonstration Team
members to conduct skiing improvement clinics.
Participants will spend two days with a D-team
member, receiving valuable ski improvement
instruction from some of the best ski instructors in
the country.
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Spring Rally
2 Days -$150
(Open to Levels I,II & III)
Wind down the PSIA-C season with two great days if
skiing in Aspen, CO with fellow PSIA-C skiers and
clinicians!
Video / Movement Analysis
2 Days -$150
(Open to Levels I, II & III)
Participants will develop their personal skiing skills
and movement analysis skills through on hill and
indoor video feedback. Numbers will be limited to
one group, so sign up early.
Silver Fox Series
2 Days -$120
(Open to Senior Instructors)
This clinic is focused toward the senior instructor
wanting to improve his or her skiing techniques.
This clinic is slower pace with minimal skiing. The
group will decide what skiing topics to focus on.
This clinic will combine skiing and indoor round
table discussions through out the day.
Patroller Development
2 Days -$120
(Open to Levels I, II & III)
This workshop is designed for NSP/PSIA duo
members registered in with the NSP-C Ski School.
It is Designed specifically to help NSP Trainers
improve their evaluator skills by developing a better
understanding of good skiing, thus improving their
ability to deliver toboggan handling training.
Instructors for this course will have completed an
orientation in patrolling and toboggan handling.
Beyond Series
Education Staff Development Group
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level III)
For: Alpine Level 3, with written recommendation
from Ski School Director. This event will take the
place of what was formerly known as “Education
Staff Audition.” This revised hiring process will
begin with registering for the Education Staff
Development Group. The weekend will consist of
the following evaluation components:
1. Skiing skills evaluation
2. Group Leadership skills evaluation
3. Movement analysis skill exercises
4. Demonstration of technical knowledge
(Methods will be determined by the individual group
leaders.)
This is the first step in the hiring process for the
Education Staff; it is not a “pass or fail” situation.
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Snowsports School Directors
Meeting
2 Days -$120
This seminar is designed to meet the professional
needs of the member ski school director by
providing industry specific information in business
development, quality assurance, training and
administration.
Trainers Development Program (1)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Levels II & III)
The Education Staff will work with the ski school
trainer to assist new hires and current instructors in
their school. This course will help train the ski
school trainer to be a better coach to instructors with
teaching and skiing and customer service skills.
Trainers Development Program (2)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Levels II & III)
This clinic will help you develop your ski school
personnel with evaluation and movement analysis
skills.
Sampler Platter
2 Days -$120
(Open to Levels II & III)
If you want variety - this clinic is for you! You will
cover four different topics in two days! The topics
you will cover are:
Skiing, Tune up, Development - Get back on your ski
legs. Start the season off with a skiing refresher,
concentrating on eliminating the bad moves and
instilling the good ones.
Movement Pools - Explore the pools we draw from
for better skiing from the beginner through advanced
and applying these movements to your own skiing.
Movement Analysis - Explore how to look at and find
the strong movements and the weak ones to aid in
your own skiing and aid in setting lesson plans.
Video analysis - See it on tape. Get videoed and see
what you are doing compared to what the group has
been working on.
Race Series
Rev It Up A
2 Days -$150
(Open to all members)
Spend a weekend with top notch racing coaches and
ex-olympic athletes! This group will focus on the
basics of ski racing, setting courses and running
gates. While this is the introduction to racing,
advanced coaching techniques and topics will be
introduced.
Rev It Up B
2 Days -$120
(Open to all members)
Spend a weekend with top racing coaches and ex-
olympic athletes! Turn it up a notch! This groups
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focus will be on self improvement and the skills and
techniques required to be competative at all levels.
Advanced coaching techniques and topics will be
explored.
Rev It Up W/ D-Team
2 Days -$200
(Open to Levels II & III)
This clinic will be similar to Rev It Up B, but led by
a current or former National Demonstration Team
member.
Education Series
Level I Development Group
2 Days -$120
(Open to Registered Members)
Designed to improve the instructors skiing, teaching
and technical knowledge and it’s application to
various levels of skiers. You will investigate more
into the teaching model and create a positive
student/instructor experience. With the practical
application of the American Teaching System, this
clinic will utilize the teaching model, bio
mechanics, etc., and the content of skiing and
teaching formats appropriate for the Alpine Level 1
Certified instructor.
Level II Development Group
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level I)
Designed to improve the instructors skiing, teaching
and technical knowledge and it’s application to
various levels of skiers. You will investigate more
into the teaching model and create a positive
student/instructor experience. With the practical
application of the American Teaching System, this
clinic will utilize the teaching model, bio
mechanics, etc., and the content of skiing and
teaching formats appropriate for the Alpine Level 2
Certified instructor.
Level III Development Group
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level II)
Designed to improve the instructors skiing, teaching
and technical knowledge and it’s application to
various levels of skiers. You will investigate more
into the teaching model and create a positive
student/instructor experience. With the practical
application of the American Teaching System, this
clinic will utilize the teaching model, bio
mechanics, etc., and the content of skiing and
teaching formats appropriate for the Alpine Level 3
Certified instructor.
Level I Development Group
(Exam Prep)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Registered Members)
This course is designed to fine tune your skills for
those people that are interested in taking the Level
1 exam in either the current or following season.
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This will answer your questions about exam
formats, how teaching assignments are made, what
the examiner is looking for in the various skiing
tasks and how different movements lead to different
outcomes. The participants will be working on their
skiing and teaching performance in a way that will
be easily transferred to your customers at your home
area. This is a great way to either fine tune your
skills for the exam, or receive honest feedback on
how your development is progressing.
Level II Development Group
(Exam Prep)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level I)
This course is designed to fine tune your skills for
those people that are interested in taking the Level
2 exam in either the current or following season.
This will answer your questions about exam
formats, how teaching assignments are made, what
the examiner is looking for in the various skiing
tasks and how different movements lead to different
outcomes. The participants will be working on their
skiing and teaching performance in a way that will
be easily transferred to your customers at your home
area. This is a great way to either fine tune your
skills for the exam, or receive honest feedback on
how your development is progressing.
Level III Development Group
(Exam Prep)
2 Days -$120
(Open to Level II)
This course is designed and highly recommended
for the instructor that is preparing for the Level 3
exam. You will be working on teaching, in a very
relaxed format, at the level of the group with a
strong emphasis on movement analysis and a lot of
coaching from the group leader. The skiing phase
will be based on high level tasks with the focus
being movement patterns and desired outcomes.
The group leader will guide you through the
technical discussions in a non- intimidating
atmosphere. The same group leader both days
insures continuity and a full package program.
Certification Series
Level I Exam
2 Days -$150 / Students -$125
TAKING THE LEVEL 1 WRITTEN EXAM IN ADVANCE
IS SUGGESTED, BUT NOT REQUIRED.
For: registered instructors, basic instructors, and
new members at least 16 years of age having 10
hours of teaching experienced verified by a ski
school director. For instructors who wish to be
evaluated to see if their ski instructing skills meet
the PSIA National Standards for the certified Level I
membership. The PSIA-C education staff member
will review the basics for the American Teaching
System. Day 1 will consist of review and education
of teaching at the Beginner / Novice Zone, and skiing
skills of the Intermediate Zone. The Second day will
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skills at the beginner/novice zone and skiing skills at
the intermediate zone. At the conclusion of this
clinic, candidates will receive a written assessment
of their level of proficiency. Candidates must be a
current National member to receive a pin.
Level II Exam
3 Days -$225
(Written Exam Prerequisite)
DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EXAM UNLESS YOU
HAVE FULFILLED YOUR WRITTEN EXAM
REQUIREMENTS.
For: certified level I instructors at least 18 years of
age with a minimum of 60 hours of teaching
experience verified by a ski school director and who
has successfully completed the written portion of
the level II exam. For instructors who wish to be
evaluated on their skiing and teaching abilities
which must meet the PSIA National standards for
certified level II membership. The candidate will be
evaluated on his/her skiing ability and the
application of the skills, bio- mechanics, movement
pools, etc. that are demonstrated. The candidate
will be evaluated on his/her teaching and knowledge
application of skills, movement pools,
biomechanics, etc. through such things as
movement analysis and skill development common
to the intermediate zone skiers. The candidate must
pass the skiing and teaching phases of the exam two
out of the three days, minimum, to become certified
level II. Candidates must be a current National
member to receive a pin.
Level III Exam
3 Days -$225
(Written Exam Prerequisite)
DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EXAM UNLESS YOU
HAVE FULFILLED YOUR WRITTEN EXAM
REQUIREMENTS.
For: certified level II instructors at least 18 years of
age and have successfully completed the written
portion of the level III exam. For instructors who
wish to be evaluated on their skiing and teaching
abilities which must meet the PSIA National
standards for certified level III membership. This
member is one whose high levels of skill and
knowledge allow him/her to make an
uncompromised contribution to the association and
the ski industry. The candidate will be evaluated on
his/her skiing ability and the application of the
skills, biomechanics, movement pools, etc. that are
demonstrated. The candidate will be evaluated on
his/her teaching and knowledge application of
skills, movement pools, biomechanics, etc. through
such things as movement analysis, skill
development, movement outcomes, etc. The
candidate must pass the skiing and teaching phases
of the exam two out of the three days, minimum, to
become certified level III. Candidates must be a
current National member to receive a pin.
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Adaptive Event
Descriptions
Education Series
Adaptive Workshop Clininc
2 Days -$120 / 1 Day -$85
(Open to all members)
We offer training in all six adaptive disciplines:
three track, four track, developmentally disabled,
visually impaired, mono–ski, and bi-ski.
Participants will be exposed to teaching concepts,
safety, adaptive skiing equipment, the abilities of
our students, and review the exam standards. Each
adaptive event is tailored to the members needs.
Depending upon group size and diversity, we try to
offer training for new adaptive instructors as well as
exam preparation and continuing education for
certified instructors. If you have a specific area of
interest, please indicate this on your event
application.
Fundamentals of Adaptive Ski
Instruction - New Instructors
2 Days -$140
(Includes Divisional Dues)
The FUN program is designed for new members who
are interested in becoming an Adaptive Ski
Instructor. Participants will learn the basic
principals and philosophies of the American
Teaching System as it applies to adaptive
instruction. The FUN program is ran in conjunction
with the adaptive workshop clinics.
Certification Series
All exam candidates are encouraged to download
the Adaptive Level I Exam Prep packet from the
PSIA-C website.
Level I Exam
2 Days -$150 / Students -$125
(Prerequisite: Level 1 Exam Prep
Packet)
For: Registered Instructors, Basic Instructors and
new members at least 16 years old having one year
of adaptive ski instructor training or teaching
experience verified by a ski school director. This is
a two-day event. The Level 1 Certification Clinic is a
combination clinic and evaluation with the first day
a clinic and personal skiing evaluation and the
second day a teaching technical evaluation.
Participants are evaluated in a single adaptive
discipline. It is recommended that an instructor
attend an adaptive workshop clinic prior to the
Certification Clinic.
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Level II Exam
2 Days -$150
(Prerequisite: Workshop Clinic)
For: Adaptive Certified Level 1 Instructors at least 17
years old. Full certification becomes effective on
the member's 18th birthday. This program tests an
instructor’s personal skiing skills, teaching ability
and technical knowledge in all six adaptive
disciplines. Before taking the Level 2 Certification,
you must complete an adaptive workshop clinic,
Adaptive Level 2 examination preparation, and/or
an Alpine Level 2 examination preparation.
Adaptive Level 2 Exams are two days.
Level III Exam
PSIA-C will consider offering an adaptive Level 3
exam if there is sufficient interest in the Division.
Certified Level 2 instructors may also attend an
exam in PSIA-Eastern or PSIA-Rocky Mountain
Divisions.
NOTE: EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR ADAPTIVE
EVENTS
PSIA-C does not own adaptive ski equipment for use
during education events. Therefore, we ask all
participants to bring adaptive ski equipment to the
events.
Snowboard Event
Descriptions
Riding / Teaching Series
Riding / Teaching Development
2 Days-$120 / 1 Day-$85
(Open to all members)
The above program will cover teaching and
professional knowledge regarding snowboarding on
day one and will cover riding on day two. This is an
excellent course to take if you are seeking a one-
day continuing education credit.
Specialty Series
Mini Academy (D-Team Clinic
Leaders)
2 Days -$200
(Open to Levels I, II & III)
Clinic participants will ride with a current or former
National Demonstration Team Member for two days.
The team members will work with the group on the
latest development in snowboarding and teaching at
the national level.
Spring Rally
2 Days -$120
(Open to all members)
Wind down the AASI-C season with two great days of
boarding in Snowmass, Colorado with fellow AASI-C
boarders and clinicians!
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2 Days -$199 before Dec 1 + $25
for EC (optional)
(Open to all members)
AASI and Big Snow Outfitters (BSO) have teamed up
to provide a unique educational experience. AASI
members are able to attend the two-day BSO
snowboard camp and receive a one-year education
credit. The camp is staffed by AASI education staff
and pro riders from Burton and Ride. It is located in
the upper peninsula of Michigan at Blackjack Ski
Resort. This is your opportunity to be coached by a
sponsored professional rider for two whole days.
You must register with BSO to attend the camp and
register with the AASI central office if you would like
a one-year education credit. The camp is open to
the public. For questions or additional information,
call Mark or Debbie at (906) 667-0184 (before Nov.
1) or BSO at (906) 663-4646 after Nov. 1. For more
camp information: www.skibso.com/camp.asp
Beyond Series
DCL Audition
2 Days-No Cost / No Credit
(Open to Level III)
APPLY EARLY! This is a program for Level 3
certified instructors who are interested in becoming
members of the PSIA – C education staff. Please
have your Snowsports Director send a letter of
recommendation to the PSIA – C office on your
behalf.
Exam Preparatory Series
Level II & III Prep
2 Days-$120
(Open to Level II & III)
Participants will receive individualized feedback on
their teaching, riding and professional knowledge.
Day 1 will focus on teaching and professional
knowledge. Day 2 will focus primarily on riding.
Certification Series
**Members now required to take an education event
prior to taking their first level II and II exams.**
Level I Exam
2 Days-$150
(Open to Registered Members)
For: Snowboard Registered Instructors, Basic
Instructors and new members at least 16 years old,
having ten or more hours of training or teaching
experience verified by a Snowsports school director.
This is a two-day clinic and exam. The first day uses
a clinic format to review AASI maneuvers and
teaching concepts used to introduce new riders to
the sport. Day two examines candidates on their
ability to teach and ride various maneuvers used in
an introductory snowboard lesson.
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Level II Exam Nordic Level III Prep
2 Days-$150 2 Days -$120 / 1 Day - $85
(Open to Level I) (Open to Level II)
For: AASI Certified Level 1Instructors at least 17 This event is recommended for all Certified Level 2
years old with a minimum of 60 hours of teaching instructors who plan to take the Level 3 exam or who
experience verified by a ski school director. Full would like to further their skiing and teaching skills.
certification becomes effective on the members 18th Nordic Track exam preps are two days. Nordic
birthday. This is a two-day exam with one examiner Downhill is one day. Both skiing and teaching
on Saturday, one examiner on Sunday. Candidates knowledge is covered in this event. Each Nordic
will be tested both days on their skills associated event is tailored to the members need.
with teaching, riding and professional knowledge.
See the level 2 certification guide for more details.
Written exam will be given on Sunday morning.
Certification Series
Level III Exam Nordic Level I Exam
2 Days-$150 2 Days-$150 / Students-$125 / 1
(Open to Level II) Day-$95 (2 days w/prep-$150)
For: AASI Certified Level 2 Instructors. This is a (Open to Registered Members)
two-day exam with one examiner on Saturday and For: Registered Instructors, Basic Instructors and
one examiner on Sunday. Candidates will be tested new members at least 16 years old, having ten or
both days on their skills associated with teaching, more hours of training or teaching experience
verified by a ski school director. This is a two-day
riding and professional knowledge. See the level 3
clinic for Nordic Track, and a one-day for Nordic
certification guide for more details. Written exam
will be given on Sunday morning. Downhill. The Level 1 Certification Clinic is a
combination clinic and evaluation. The clinicians
will clinic the group on those topics required in the
evaluation and evaluate the group on the progress
Nordic Event made toward achieving the listed standards.
Descriptions Nordic Level II Exam
Education Series 2 Days -$150 / 1 DAY - $95
(2 days w/prep-$150)
Nordic Workshop Clinics
2 Days -$120 / 1 Day - $85 (Open to Level I)
(Open to all members) For: Nordic Certified Level I Instructors at least 17
years old. Full certification becomes effective on
This program is a comprehensive overview of
the members 18th birthday. This program tests an
discipline specific technique from the beginner to
instructor’s skiing skills, teaching ability and
advance skier. Clinics will provide enhanced skiing,
technical knowledge. The Level 2 exam prep is
teaching and technical fundamentals for the
recommended. Nordic Track Level 2 Exams are two
experienced instructor.
days. Nordic Downhill Level 2 Exams are one day.
Nordic Instructor Training
Nordic Level III Exam
2 Days -$120 / 1 Day - $85
2 Days -$150
(Open to all members)
This event includes personal skiing improvement
(Open to Level II)
This program tests in instructor’s skiing skills,
with instruction in all cross-country track
teaching ability and technical knowledge. The Level
techniques, teaching strategies, teaching
progressions, and risk awareness. It is offered with 3 exam prep is recommended. Both Nordic Track
three subgroups for Certified Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 Exams and Nordic Downhill are two days.
Level 3 members. NOTE: SKI EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR
NORDIC EVENTS
Exam Preparatory Series
All Level 2 and Level 3 Nordic track exam prep and
Nordic Level II Prep exam participants must use waxable traditional
2 Days -$120 / 1 Day - $85 equipment as well as specific skating equipment.
(Open to Level I) Nordic track Level 1 does not require this
This event is recommended for all Certified Level 1 equipment, but it is strongly suggested.
instructors who plan to take the Level 2 exam or who Metal–edged Nordic downhill equipment is required
would like to further their skiing and teaching skills. during Nordic downhill but not Nordic track events.
Nordic Track exam preps are two days. Nordic
Downhill is one day. Both skiing and teaching
knowledge is covered in this event. Each Nordic
event is tailored to the members need.
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3225 West S. Joseph
Lansing, Michigan 48917
TRANSITION FROM TRANSACTION TO RELATIONSHIP
By Engelbert Gal
Board of Director
What happens when the customer walks into the
resort? When they buy a ticket are they just
another anonymous transaction? They may need
a lesson. Are they offered one? If they sign up for
a lesson, what happens to their name and
preferences? No matter if I am a resort owner,
manager, or ski school director, these
transactions or shall I say relationships are far
too important to be filed away in the basement.
Think about all of the visitors in a season. What
could happen if they could come back one more
time or buy one more lesson?
How does the public learn about skiing? What
actually triggers a family decision to go skiing?
When I watch a mother carrying rental forms, lift
tickets and lunches only to make her next stop
the local ski shop because someone forgot
gloves, a hat or even a jacket; I wonder what
extent mom will go through to ensure the kids
have fun.
Skiing is not a cheap recreation by any means.
What is the breaking point for our fellow winter
enthusiasts? Is it the ski school that doesn’t have
enough instructors to take out the kids? Is it the
rental person that gave out the wrong
equipment? Is there no breaking point for the
“super mom” (or dad) but the lack of reason to
come back again?
People that come outside in the winter to spend
time on the white stuff with us want to love us.
They want to have fun and create a memorable
time. Consumers that make a concerted effort to
enjoy the sport should know and feel they are
appreciated and invited back. They should have
a reason to tell all of their friends and family
about us. I am surprised by the amount of
money spent on broadcast advertising as well as
the amount of mass spending on things like
television, radio, pizza boxes and the like. I feel
that it is a very impersonal way to make a person
feel that they are special! What do you think?
Personalization or advertising via a van with a
megaphone on top? Maybe the person reading
this (that’s you) is the person in personal that
can affect the lives of one or even hundreds of
customers today. How many customers do you
interact with per day?
Each participant in the snowsports industry can
do a little bit to help grow our industry in what
Jeff Lewin calls “uncertain times”.
What can instructors do? When was the last time
you thought about handing out your business
card or one of those free tip/safety booklets that
national offers us at the end of your lesson?
How about a website or even a little newsletter to
our customers telling them what you’ve been
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working on with clients. We can work with our
current customers and make sure they come
back. Resorts can begin to collect customer
information, preferences for those who are
already customers cater to their needs and offer
them programs that create value and giver them
reasons to become more initimate with the
industry. Directors can work with area
management to fill in the slower times with
specials and events that generate more lessons
and makes that targeted group more active (like
college students). Even with the best terrain and
marketing promotions, the people on the snow
and at the resort are best able to give our
customers a name, face and experience they can
remember. These faces and names are going to
be why people come back.
As ambassadors for the ski industry, whether we
are on the clock or not, instructor jacket on or
off, we should ensure that we are turning
transactions into relationships. Helping the mom
with three screaming kids find her way to the
rental department or maybe that person with
their face buried in the trail map find the smile
deep inside may just make the difference in these
“uncertain times”.