A Balanced Stance
Here the skier demonstrates a stable parallel stance with the lower legs. This provides a strong and stable platform for off-piste turns.
Facing the Direction of Travel
Steep skiing facing the Matterhorn! Here BASI Ski Instructor Alison Culshaw initiates a turn on steep ground with a positive pole plant and shoulders and hips already facing down the hill. As the turn is completed be sure to positively switch the direction of the shoulders so they remain facing the direction of travel.
Tips for Skiing in Poor Visibility
Wear Goggles not sunglasses. Ski in the trees if possible. Ski more slowly with a dynamic stance ready to absorb any unexpected bumps. Work your legs from your stomach muscles to absorb bumps and stretch in to the troughs to keep your skis on the snow and in control. Try and ski behind your mate! (Use other tracks as a reference).
Ross 'Airborne' Through the Trees of Courmayeur
An excellent dynamic, but neat and controlled position, using leg flexion to stay centred over the skis
Changing Edges....in the Air!
British Mountain Guide Owen Samuels demonstrating that you can change your ski edges off the snow as well as on it - handy whenever you feel that turning is becoming diffcult in heavy or crusty snow.
Going For It!
British Mountain Guide Matt Heliker showing good ankle and knee flexion to allow the ski tips to ride up out of the powder whilst staying in control of the skis at speed. Notice how his shins are still in contact with the front of the boots but his weight is actually on his heels. An Awesome Position.
