What
is it?
Snowsports are the family of ski and snowboard related activities, that ultimately
take place at mountain resorts, locally on artificial slopes, or at indoor
snow facilities. Each snowsport has a number of disciplines that use different
equipment and techniques. Snowsports can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Safety
Message
As an activity that takes place in the mountains, participants must dress
appropriately and be prepared for the worst conditions. When practising on
artificial slopes participants will need to cover their skin including using
gloves, even in summer, to avoid abrasion from the slope surface. Participants
should learn from a suitably qualified instructor, and learn the international
code of conduct for skiers and snowboarders and be able to demonstrate a warm-up
session.
Ideas/Aims
There are lots of ways to enjoy snowsports, and once you have learnt the basics
through an introductory course on an artificial slope or on snow, you can
develop your skills further by participating on a regular basis. You should
also:
• Show an understanding of how the equipment
works and is maintained.
• Have a go at more than one snowsport.
• Go on an organised trip to a Scottish resort
or abroad.
• If you've already tried it, enrol in a
centre or a club programme.
• Show a number of ways of going up a slope.
• Show a number of ways of going down a slope
in control.
• Show a variety of exercises or tricks while
going downhill.
• Try some tricks or jumps, on the flat,
on the slopes or using features or markers.
• Go along to a snowsport competition, event,
festival or show.
• Practice regularly at your local facility
and record your progress.
• Aim for a national governing body award
or standard.
Review/Assessment
The reviewer/assessor should ensure the participant is able to demonstrate
skills related to the use of the equipment and be able to move about the mountain
with due respect for others and the environment. The participant should be
able to express what attracted them to snowsports in the first place and what
continues to hold their interest. Progress made should be reviewed against
targets set.
Governing
Body/Organisation
Snowsport Scotland, Hillend, Biggar Road, Midlothian, EH10 7EF Tel: 0131 445
4151, Fax: 0131 445 4949,
e-mail: admin@snsc.demon.co.uk
web: www.snsc.demon.co.uk
British
Snowboard Association, 4 Trinity Square (2nd Floor), LLandudno, North Wales,
LL30 2PY
Tel: 01492 872 540, Fax: 01492 872 540,
e-mail: sbbsa@yahoo.co.uk
web site: www.snowboard-britain.com
