5 Week freeride and freestyle program with Snowminds
Are you ready to push your skiing boundaries and embrace the thrill of freeride and freestyle skiing? Our 5-week intensive program is designed for skiers looking to elevate their skills, conquer challenging terrain, and master the art of freestyle. Join us for an unforgettable journey that blends adventure, skill-building, and pure adrenaline.
Our 5-week Freeride/Freestyle Skiing Program offers comprehensive training in both freeride and freestyle disciplines. Whether you aim to learn new tricks or navigate varied terrain with confidence, this program provides the expert instruction and supportive environment you need to succeed.
Program Highlights
Duration
Training days on snow
Focus areas
5 Weeks in Verbier with shared accommodations, lift passes and transport.
25 full days training on snow with highly certified instructors and mountain guides.
Freeride techniques, freestyle tricks, mountain safety, and performance
5 Week program and curriculum
Week 1 - Fundamentals and safety
Freeride Fundamentals:
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Introduction to freeride skiing fundamentals
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Understanding different types of terrain and snow conditions
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Essential skills for off-piste skiing
FreeStyle basics :
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Introduction to freestyle skiing
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Park etiquette
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Safe practice techniques and injury prevention
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Improving balance and air control
Safety and equipment :
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Avalanche awareness resources
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Proper gear selection and maintenance
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Mountain safety protocols
Week 3 - SMT Level 1+ 2
SMT level 1,2 and guided days :
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SMT level 1 - One day course that focuses on off piste risk management and safety skills with a diploma awarded at the end.
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SMT level 2 : A 2 day course that deepens the knowledge and experience of the participants
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Guided days : Off piste ski days with a local mountain guide
Week 2 - Intermediate Freeride and Freestyle
Freeride Skills Development:
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In depth look into movement patterns required for varied terrain
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Technique and approach on steep terrain
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Continued understanding into the correct use of the avalanche bulletins
Freestyle Progression:
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Intermediate jumps and rail slides
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Basic jumps, grabs and spins
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Transitioning between tricks and combining movements
Week 4 - Continued personal development
Freeride development :
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Continued personal feedback to refine movement patterns
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Mental preparation
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Video analysis
Freestyle development :
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Developing control and technique
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Park etiquette
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Mental focus and overcoming fear
Week 5 - freeride/freestyle integration
Integration of Skills:
• Combining freeride and freestyle techniques
• Creating fluid runs that incorporate both disciplines
• Personalised coaching to refine skills
Why choose our programs
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Expert Instructors: Learn from expert freeride and freestyle instructors.
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Comprehensive Training: Our curriculum covers a broad range of freeride and freestyle
skiing.
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Personalised Instruction: Small class sizes ensure individual attention and tailored feedback.
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State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train in excellent and freeride and freestyle terrain.
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Safety First: Emphasis on safety protocols and injury prevention.
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Accomadation, lift pass, transport, social activities and in-resort support provided.
Sign up today
Are you ready to take your skiing to the next level? Sign up to our 5-week Freeride/Freestyle Skiing Program and experience the thrill of mastering new skills in an exhilarating and supportive environment. Spots are limited, so don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!
For more information visit www.snowminds.com