Beginner progressions
First time lessonSnowploughSnowplough turnBasic christieStem christieParallel turns
Snowplough turn
Snowplough maintained throughout turn.Both legs turn with focus on outside leg.Balance on outside ski.Extension/flexion to transfer weight from outside ski to new outside ski through initiation and transition.Progressive edging to aid steering.
Basic christie
Slightly smaller snowplough.Slightly faster speed.Inside ski changes edge from inside to outside in/after fall line.Inside ski is steered in to a match and turn is finished parallel.
Stem christie
Slightly smaller snowplough.Slightly faster speed.Earlier weight transfer to outside ski.Inside ski changes edges from inside to outside edge earlier in the turn ie before fall line.Inside ski is steered to a match and most of the turn is performed parallel.
Parallel turns
Slightly faster speed.Early weight shift to new outside ski.Simultaneous edge release and change.Simultaneous turning of both legs/skis.Use of extension/flexion movement to achieve these mechanics.