Instructor evaluation Each instructor is evaluated based on the following criteria: Functional Ski/Ride Meet Improve Comments Hockey Stop: L/R Turning: L/R Holding a Traverse/Side Slip Backward Ski/Switch Ride Technical Application Meet Improve Comments Equipment Set Up & Fit ATS: Drills & Progression Movement Analysis Tethering Holds Equipment Teaching & Learning Safety Meet Improve Comments Responsibility Code Client/Instructor Safety Emergency Stop Chair Lift Load/Unload Falling/Getting Up Safety Policy Understanding Communication DISCIPLINE: BI MONO STAND SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR LEVEL: LEAD ASSIST BUDDY TRAINER: CURRENT RECOMMEND NO PRIVLEGE: WEIGHT LIMIT: BUCKET SLIDER BOOT GUIDE TETHER RIDER
Instructor evaluation Each instructor is evaluated based on the following criteria: Functional Ski/Ride Meet Improve Comments Hockey Stop: L/R Turning: L/R Holding a Traverse/Side Slip Backward Ski/Switch Ride Technical Application Meet Improve Comments Equipment Set Up & Fit ATS: Drills & Progression Movement Analysis Tethering Holds Equipment Teaching & Learning Safety Meet Improve Comments Responsibility Code Client/Instructor Safety Emergency Stop Chair Lift Load/Unload Falling/Getting Up Safety Policy Understanding Communication DISCIPLINE: BI MONO STAND SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTOR LEVEL: LEAD ASSIST BUDDY TRAINER: CURRENT RECOMMEND NO PRIVLEGE: BUCKET SLIDER WEIGHT LIMIT: BOOT GUIDE TETHER RIDER
Movement analysis filter The Movement Analysis Filter was originally developed by PSIA-RM. Modified with permission. Ski/Board Performance Effect Bend Fore/Aft Ski/Ski or Nose/Tail Maintenance/Change Ski: Twist Board: Pivot Ski: Edge Board: Tilt Torsional Twist (Snowboard only) Body Performance Cause Flexion/Extension (Pressure Control) Movements Front/Back Foot/Foot CM closer to/farther from skis/board Turning (Rotary) Movements Rotation, Counter Rotation, Feet & Leg Turning, Outside Force Tipping (Edging) Movements Ski: CM moves laterally relative to base Board: CM moves fore/aft relative to base Down on one toe Up on the other Skiing stance: stacked Boarding stance: within reference alignment Description Where, What, How Transition/Initiation Shaping Finishing DIRT = How Duration the length of time a body movement or ski/board position exists (e.g., full body rotation through all three phases of the turn ). Intensity magnitude of a body movement or ski/board position (e.g., highest edge angle at the finishing phase of the turn ). Rate degree of speed at which a body movement or ski/board position occurs (e.g., outside ski twists faster than inside ski to create a wedge ). Timing the sequential relation that one event has to another (e.g., outside ski rotates faster than inside ski ). Step 1: Describe the ski/board s performance in a specific location of the turn. Step 2: Describe the body parts and their specific movements in that location of the turn that creates the ski/board s performance. Step 3: Construct Cause & Effect Relationships and describe how they affect your guest s balance/stance throughout turn. Developing a lesson plan The lesson plan should Be guest-centered Be realistic Be flexible Identify the single most important movement that will make your guest a more effective skier/snowboarder Develop a progression that moves from static to simple to complex Focus on one skill pool at a time. Edging examples Edge ride Traverse to diagonal side slip to traverse Hockey stop Sideslip Railroad track turns Rotary examples Bow ties (with or without equipment) J-turns C-turns Fan progression Hourglass turns Garlands Synchronized turning Pivot slips Pressure Control examples Shift weight fore/aft & side-to-side 1000 step turns (foot to foot) Get super tall & super small Long & short leg/arm Falling leaf Shock absorbers
Movement analysis filter The Movement Analysis Filter was originally developed by PSIA-RM. Modified with permission. Ski/Board Performance Effect Bend Fore/Aft Ski/Ski or Nose/Tail Maintenance/Change Ski: Twist Board: Pivot Ski: Edge Board: Tilt Torsional Twist (Snowboard only) Body Performance Cause Flexion/Extension (Pressure Control) Movements Front/Back Foot/Foot CM closer to/farther from skis/board Turning (Rotary) Movements Rotation, Counter Rotation, Feet & Leg Turning, Outside Force Tipping (Edging) Movements Ski: CM moves laterally relative to base Board: CM moves fore/aft relative to base Down on one toe Up on the other Skiing stance: stacked Boarding stance: within reference alignment Description Where, What, How Transition/Initiation Shaping Finishing DIRT = How Duration the length of time a body movement or ski/board position exists (e.g., full body rotation through all three phases of the turn ). Intensity magnitude of a body movement or ski/board position (e.g., highest edge angle at the finishing phase of the turn ). Rate degree of speed at which a body movement or ski/board position occurs (e.g., outside ski twists faster than inside ski to create a wedge ). Timing the sequential relation that one event has to another (e.g., outside ski rotates faster than inside ski ). Step 1: Describe the ski/board s performance in a specific location of the turn. Step 2: Describe the body parts and their specific movements in that location of the turn that creates the ski/board s performance. Step 3: Construct Cause & Effect Relationships and describe how they affect your guest s balance/stance throughout turn. Developing a lesson plan The lesson plan should Be guest-centered Be realistic Be flexible Identify the single most important movement that will make your guest a more effective skier/snowboarder Develop a progression that moves from static to simple to complex Focus on one skill pool at a time. Edging examples Edge ride Traverse to diagonal side slip to traverse Hockey stop Sideslip Railroad track turns Rotary examples Bow ties (with or without equipment) J-turns C-turns Fan progression Hourglass turns Garlands Synchronized turning Pivot slips Pressure Control examples Shift weight fore/aft & side-to-side 1000 step turns (foot to foot) Get super tall & super small Long & short leg/arm Falling leaf Shock absorbers
Your responsibility code 1. Always stay in control. 2. People ahead of you have the right of way. 3. Stop in a safe place for you and others. 4. Whenever starting downhill or merging, look uphill and yield. 5. Use devices to prevent runaway equipment. 6. Observe signs and warnings and keep off closed trails. 7. Know how to use the lifts safely. Smart style 1. Start small Work your way up. Build your skills 2. Make a plan Every feature. Every time. 3. Always look Before you drop. 4. Respect The features and other users. 5. Take it easy Know your limits. Land on your feet. In case of emergency Ski patrol number: Site coordinator name & number: Program coordinator name & number: 1. After an accident, ask, Are you okay? 2. If there is an injury, IMMEDIATELY call Ski Patrol. 3. Keep the guest comfortable. Do NOT move the guest! 4. Notify the Site Coordinator ASAP. The Site Coordinator will notify the Program Coordinator Chair lift procedures Before you get to the lift Review load & unload procedures. Practice as needed outside of the lift line. Remove any equipment that may impede your lifting abilities or safety (e.g., fixed riggers, or sometimes tethers) Know the lift sign language: keep it moving (finger moving in a circular motion); slow down (thumb down); stop (cut sign across the throat) Know and be able to explain the evacuation procedure Know your lift and be sure your co-instructor and guest know: Can it be slowed at the bottom and/or the top? Where do you wait in line? Where do you position yourself to get on the lift? If a problem occurs Don t panic Do not load or unload if you are not totally prepared Alert lift operator with any means possible (whistle, clap hands, yell, etc.) Evacuation procedure Ski Patrol has the ultimate responsibility for evacuation; offer suggestions as needed. Loading procedure 1. Ask lift operator for a slow down if your student needs it (and if the lift can accommodate it). 2. Move to the load line and watch chair approach. 3. Count down and then sit or pull equipment up & back. 4. Make sure guest is seated as far back as possible. 5. Clip retention strap, if applicable. Co-instructor continues to hold on to guest or equipment. 6. Lower bar. Unloading procedure 1. During the lift ride, review what will happen during unload. Remind co-instructor to hold onto guest or equipment while you unclip retention strap. 2. At appropriate distance (1-2 lift towers from top), unclip retention strap and hold it in your hand or clip it to the equipment. 3. Lift bar as you near the unloading load zone. 4. Count down and then stand up or lift equipment off the chair. 5. Assist student as necessary to make a straight run off the chair and then turn safely to a stop. 6. Adjust equipment as necessary so you may safely ski or snowboard.
Your responsibility code 1. Always stay in control. 2. People ahead of you have the right of way. 3. Stop in a safe place for you and others. 4. Whenever starting downhill or merging, look uphill and yield. 5. Use devices to prevent runaway equipment. 6. Observe signs and warnings and keep off closed trails. 7. Know how to use the lifts safely. Smart style 1. Start small Work your way up. Build your skills 2. Make a plan Every feature. Every time. 3. Always look Before you drop. 4. Respect The features and other users. 5. Take it easy Know your limits. Land on your feet. In case of emergency Ski patrol number: Site coordinator name & number: Program coordinator name & number: 1. After an accident, ask, Are you okay? 2. If there is an injury, IMMEDIATELY call Ski Patrol. 3. Keep the guest comfortable. Do NOT move the guest! 4. Notify the Site Coordinator ASAP. The Site Coordinator will notify the Program Coordinator Chair lift procedures Before you get to the lift Review load & unload procedures. Practice as needed outside of the lift line. Remove any equipment that may impede your lifting abilities or safety (e.g., fixed riggers, or sometimes tethers) Know the lift sign language: keep it moving (finger moving in a circular motion); slow down (thumb down); stop (cut sign across the throat) Know and be able to explain the evacuation procedure Know your lift and be sure your co-instructor and guest know: Can it be slowed at the bottom and/or the top? Where do you wait in line? Where do you position yourself to get on the lift? If a problem occurs Don t panic Do not load or unload if you are not totally prepared Alert lift operator with any means possible (whistle, clap hands, yell, etc.) Evacuation procedure Ski Patrol has the ultimate responsibility for evacuation; offer suggestions as needed. Loading procedure 1. Ask lift operator for a slow down if your student needs it (and if the lift can accommodate it). 2. Move to the load line and watch chair approach. 3. Count down and then sit or pull equipment up & back. 4. Make sure guest is seated as far back as possible. 5. Clip retention strap, if applicable. Co-instructor continues to hold on to guest or equipment. 6. Lower bar. Unloading procedure 1. During the lift ride, review what will happen during unload. Remind co-instructor to hold onto guest or equipment while you unclip retention strap. 2. At appropriate distance (1-2 lift towers from top), unclip retention strap and hold it in your hand or clip it to the equipment. 3. Lift bar as you near the unloading load zone. 4. Count down and then stand up or lift equipment off the chair. 5. Assist student as necessary to make a straight run off the chair and then turn safely to a stop. 6. Adjust equipment as necessary so you may safely ski or snowboard.