Switzerland is a fantastic location to go to, not just for skiing but also for the culture, the landscapes, the quirky buildings, and so much…
There is no such thing as the ideal job but becoming a ski instructor has to come pretty close. So, what are the advantages? Being…
Black diamond ski terrain can be some of the most exhilarating runs for advanced skiers to enjoy on a typical day. However, have you ever…
The life of a ski instructor sounds pretty idyllic. You’ll get free lift tickets, and the opportunity to be on the mountain all day, all…
The 2022-2023 ski season is around the corner, even though we have a few months before the snow starts falling. Summer is the perfect time…
Downhill skiing has long been regarded as the pinnacle event in the world of winter sports. We will examine who the very best downhill skiers of…
Even if you are completely confident in your own ability, it’s possible that someone else can make a mistake and hit you, resulting in serious…
Newer skiers may be confused when they see some other skiers wearing hats underneath their helmets, while others only wear just a helmet. This comes…
Whistler is an incredibly popular resort in Canada, so it makes sense to ask – is Whistler really that good for beginners? Whistler Blackcomb is…
Transporting skis can be a difficult task, especially if you drive a smaller vehicle. However, there are some tips and tricks for getting your gear…
Wooden skis are where it all started. Thousands of years ago, our ancestors did not have the luxury of composite skis and other similarly fancy…
Not drinking enough is a surefire way to have a miserable time skiing. You’ll have less energy and a greater chance of injury. Luckily, there…
Most of us have all seen kids flying down the slopes looking like professionals. It always gets me thinking – what age did they start…
The most common way for skiers to track how much skiing they’ve done in a day is by keeping track of their vertical feet. What…
If you’ve never skied before you might be surprised to find out that downhill skiing is a full-body workout. Battling gravity force in pulling you…
It can be incredibly disheartening to look at the weather forecast before your big winter ski trip and see a frustrating lack of snow forecast…
The term “freestyle skiing” seems to evolve into something new almost every single year and it looks very different compared to what it used to…
In a perfect world, ski season would never end and we would swim through waist-deep powder all summer. The length of a ski season varies…
Skiing Big Air is one of the newest events to join the Olympic line-up. Making its debut in Beijing 2022, the sport sees athletes throwing…
Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of a ski instructor is like? Of course, they do a lot of skiing, but…
I can see why camber can be a confusing topic since there are a lot of different things to take into account, as well as…
Ski jumping seems to capture many people’s attention, it’s simple to follow and the obvious risk of dropping from the height of a 30-story building…
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Cross-country skiing can be an incredibly rewarding sport to partake in. Not only is it a great workout but it can also be a fun…