Skiing
Learning to ski
For most people learning to ski is fairly simple. Different skiers progress at different rates, but generally speaking after a week of skiing (with lessons), you will be skiing down gentle slopes and turning fairly confidently by the end of the week. Read on to find out more.
Read more…Different types of skiing
Although the most popular type of skiing is downhill apline skiing, there are plenty of different types of skiing to choose from. From cross country to freestyle, here are some of the different types of skiing on offer.
Read more…Skiing jargon
Do you know your ski piste from your après-ski, a mogul from a snowplow, or a schuss from a traverse? Check out this brief guide to some of the common skiing jargon so you can sound like a ski expert even if you're not.
Read more…Skiing safety
Skiing is often classed as a dangerous winter sport, but by following some basic ski safety guidelines the risks will be minimized while you are out on the slopes. Here is a quick guide to skiing safety so you can stay safe on the slopes.
Read more…Rules of the ski and snowboarding slopes
The International Ski Federation (ISF) has set up some rules for the correct conduct of skiers and snowboarders, the purpose being to avoid (wherever possible) accidents on the piste. Read on to find out all you need to know.
Read more…Skiing fitness
If you want to seriously get into the sport, you need to make sure your skiing fitness is up to scratch. So, to make sure that you’re not left nursing aching muscles – or worse – after your first day careering down the slopes, check out our guide to getting ski-fit.
Read more…Top 10 ski resorts for après-ski
Want to know the best après-ski spots around the world? Check our quick guide to the top 10. For those that don’t know, après-ski literally means après (after), while the ski – well that bit is self explanatory! More importantly, après-ski largely refers to the social activities after a day on the slopes and is part of the whole skiing or boarding experience. Even the ‘dawn patrol’ skier or boarder, out on the slopes early – will always find the energy at the end of the day to partake in a little après-ski.
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