Course Category: Downhills

A simple way to structure a segment of a classic ski lesson to encourage a range of skill development.

This video explains a range of helpful strategies for skiing in the classic tracks around downhill corners, from beginner strategies all the way up to how the pros tuck in the classic tracks around higher speed and/or tighter turns.

Better understand your options for navigating turns, especially downhill turns. Find the line that helps you ski smoothly and safely around downhill turns, with minimum loss of speed and the better positioning on the trail

A discussion plus demonstrations of how 3 principles apply to fast and/or tight turns across various techniques.

Follow this 3 step process to reduce the drag between your classic skis and the ski tracks, for faster speeds in tuck.

This video breaks down nordic downhill techniques into 6 types and explains body position, braking, turning and maximizing speed. An excellent “big picture” overview for new skiers.

Learn how to parallel skid your skis, for skid turns and hockey stops.

This video uses footage from the 2017 Canadian National Championships around a sweeping, high speed downhill turn to discuss various factors to consider when strategizing about the best way to take downhill turns in races.

Step turning is a cornering technique used in both skate and classic skiing. Learn to step turn on the flats and downhills. Improve your agility, balance and coordination practicing this fun and important technique.

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