Skiing

at school(s) in Albuquerque or delivered online/live/on-site/by e-learning

Cross Country Skiing
Course Format: Classroom
School/Trainer: University of New Mexico Division of Continuing Education [All Courses]
Training Center(s)/Venue(s): Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Jobs & Resumes: Albuquerque
Houses & Roommates: Albuquerque

This course is designed to take both the ’never been’ skier as well as those who are having problems with fundamental techniques to a level of ability that allows safe and comfortable travel through backcountry terrain. Techniques to be developed will include the kick and glide, wedge and wedge turn, stem Christi, parallel and telemark turns, hill climbing and trail strategies. Classr......

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If you are able to ski the “more difficult�trails at most nordic ski centers you’ll enjoy this two-day introduction to the world of backcountry skiing. We start out by discussing the various types of equipment and clothing suitable for the backcountry and then we’re off for a tour. We’ll work on your stride, aiming for efficiency, not speed, and your climbing technique, again looking for m......

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On radical terrain and demanding snow conditions lightweight nordic equipment becomes very difficult to use effectively. The additional support of alpine touring equipment can allow skiers to enjoy descents that would otherwise be too difficult. The first day’s objective will be to adapt your alpine skiing technique to conditions we encounter in the backcountry. We’ll also cover the use of ......

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The renaissance of the versatile telemark turn has been luring skiers into the backcountry in search of new skiing horizons. On the first day we’ll introduce you to this classic turn through our own carefully structured learning progression. The second day will be devoted to applying the skills introduced on the first day to skiing situations encountered along a classic backcountry tour. We......

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The adaptability of the telemark turn to a wide variety of snow conditions makes it the most useful turn in a backcountry skier’s downhill repertoire. In this course we’ll refine your basic telemark introducing step telemarks, two-step telemarks, lateral projection telemarks, leading ski telemarks and other variations. We’ll also explore parallel turns with our free-heel equipment. On t......

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You will be able to take part in exciting excursions arranged for you. Our Spanish school arranges two excursions without additional cost per week. We will guide you throughout the most beautiful landscapes. Ushuaia offers a lot of activities during the four seasons of the year, giving you the opportunity of enjoying nature and visiting unexplored lands: walking along old paths, trekking in......

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