Skiing Exercises

Easier to learn to ski if you already know how to snowboard? I've been snowboarding for about 8 years now and I'm interested in learning how to ski. Is it easier to learn skiing if you know how to snowboard?

I want to learn how to ski and snowboarding in Utah area. What school is good & not too expensive? Thx.? I want to learn skiing and snowboarding in Utah. What area is good? What school is good & not too expensive? I just want to have fun... Thank you very much for your input.

I`d like to learn skiing but i have no confidence. Would you please give me some encouragements or help? How to ski? How to overcome the timidity?

how long does it take to learn skiing ? I have tried it a couple of times. I'd really like to learn snowboarding.

What is the best ski resort in Eastern, PA to learn to ski? Which one has the best snow tubing? My ten year old daughter wants to learn to ski. I was hoping to take her tubing soon to see how that went first. We live in Delaware. Any suggestions for skiing/tubing activities would be appreciated.

Is it possible to learn to ski/snowboard to a sufficient standard? in those indoor ski centres ( like xscape, milton keynes) not to require lessons when you actually go for real, or are those indoor slopes to small to learn all the needed techniques. Any ideas on how many lessons you would need.

IS it normal to fall down while learning snow ski? hey, how many time did you fall down badly when you were learning snow ski?? and hard damage or hurt? im learning ski and some days im amazing, everything controlled...sometimes i just fall down the whole day....and pain is too much...i scare of being paralysed. im taking private lessons..and when i get speedy and out of controll my instructor loses my track and cant follow me so i scare and fall down....

In Calgary, what is the best place to learn skiing? How much is the class (average)?

How hard is it to learn to ski? I have never gone skiing before when my school goes soon it will be the first time. i have snowboarded before and i know the basics of that. i can keep my balance while snowboarding but i am still afraid of falling and can't do turns very well (i get scared) how hard is it learning to ski and how long did it take you? any tips?

How can I learn to ski with my skis together? I have been skiing my entire life, but was taught to keep my tips together and I feel like it is now holding me back. Is there a certain way to go about learning how to keep my skiis closer together? A video online, something I can read, etc...

How many lessons would I need to learn to ski? Hi! Have never skied before, and we are planning our honeymoon to the snow! yay. If I was to have some 1 hour private lessons - how long does the average person take to pick it up? Just wondering how many lessons I should plan to book. Ta! Oh gosh? Really? Now I am confused. I just thought I would be more 'stable' on ski's. Oh no - what to do, what to do!

which is easier to learn, skiing or snowboarding? i already know how to ski, but now i would like to try snowboarding. i just wanna know which one is easier so i know what im up for. thanks :)

How long does it take to learn to ski? I went once when I was 8 and I'm going to go with my family in april. both my brothers can ski and my dad but me and my mum arent very good. how long will it take to get to an average level? thanks

Should I teach my children snowboarding or skiing first? I know how to ski, but I don't know how to snowboard. Should children learn skiing first, or is it better to learn snowboarding first?

Basic Pre-requiste to Learn Skiing? Hello, I want to learn skiing. I don't know how to skate too :( What are all the basic things to know before going to a ski resort. I stay in Texas, so there is no scope for me to learn here. Thanks....

How common are knee injuries in skiing? Have you had one? I'd love to learn skiing but I'm a runner and I'm afraid of messing up my knees. A friend I knew tore his ACL and couldn't play soccer for a year. Would being in shape or lifting weights help? I squat 235 lbs for 10 reps with good form so I probably have decent leg strength. I'm interested in doing downhill like I see on TV.

How old were you when you learned how to ski? Were you a kid or an adult? My kids are in ski lessons now, my husband loves skiing, but I don't know how at all. I tried it one time, fell pretty hard and took off the skis. That was like 3 years ago. I'm wondering how many of you learned to ski as kids versus as adults. Is it harder to learn the older you are, or is it easier since you should have better muscle control? Thanks!

Is it hard to learn how to snowboard? I grew up learning to ski, until we moved into the city where there were no hills or anything. I went back to my hometown every Christmas, but I only had enough time to get my skis waxed and get a one day pass. Now I've moved back to my hometown and I actually have the time to learn how to snowboard. My question is, is it hard if I know how to ski? I'm pretty athletic. I did gymnastics for 8 years, dance all my life, along with water polo. Thanks!

I want to learn how ski, is anyone know where to go?

going to learn to ski? i want to learn how to ski and i was wondering should i get a lesson or would it be better if a friend taught me

Can 20 something year olds learn to ski race? This is my first year of skiing and I'm 22. It's fun. I'm just thinking I should've gotten into it when I was younger. The instructors think I pick up stuff pretty quickly. I am able to do parallel turns and follow a few of the more experienced kids on some black runs on my fourth day on skis. I've done many sports (sprinting, distance running, rock climbing, soccer, swimming) and have been pretty good but not great in most of them. The instructor said I was pretty athletic. Do good skiers have a certain body type? I'm 5'11.5" 182 lb, with big thighs, big calves, a big muscular butt and small wrists. How would my weight lifting numbers compare to what good skiers can do? I bench press 3 sets of 5 reps @ 185 lb, squat 3 sets of 8 reps @ 245 lb, and sled leg press 3 sets of 8 reps @ 680 lb. Are there any stories of people learning it late and becoming pretty good (like professional)? Maybe I will just keep at it and build up my skills and some year try to learn how to race. It looks like it's expensive though. If I have kids, I'd like them to learn how to ski.

How did you learn to water ski? So years ago I attempted to water ski and as soon as the boat took off, I faceplanted every time. On the 4th of July my family is having a get together and my aunt and uncle are taking out their boat and water skiing. It's been years and I want to take another go at it, but I'm afraid I'll make a fool out of myself and fall everytime. So how does one actually maintain balance, get up on the water skis, etc? What muscles are you mainly focusing on? Any help would be great!

What's the best way for an adult to learn to Ski or Snowboard? I know it seems like two different questions but I've been skiing very little and this next season I would like to spend more time in the snow. And I figure I have three options: 1) rent what I need and camp out on the bunny slope hoping something sticks(eg. do it yourself instruction) 2) I sit with the eight year olds in a beginner class. 3) I try to squeeze into an adult class where I slow everyone down who's in there to learn how to hone things I do not know how to do yet. I don't know how much this can help anyone answering this question- but I'm 21 and my skiing experiences where both when I was under ten. and any place to ski is at least two hours away so I can't really practice anywhere near home. I live in Washington state and not close to a big resort, the biggest being the spread out " Summit". It does have a few Ski schools that go there but so far I haven't seen any adult beginner class options.

How hard is it to learn how to ski? I have never skied or snowboarded in my life before but now my best friend and my boyfriend wants to take me skiing and they want to teach me how to ski. I'm afraid i'll make a fool of myself, do you think i should go and learn how to ski before going up to the slope with them? they are both really enthusiastic about wanting to teach me how to ski....i really have no idea....haha. thanks!

Is it too old to start learning to ski at 12? How long might it take to learn?

is is true that once you learn how to ski you never forget? I've only skiied about 5 times in my life and last time I skiied i was relatively good and had no problem going down blue square and black diamonds. However its been 6 years since i last skiied so im not sure if i can still do it. Is it true that once you know how to ski its a skill that sticks with you forever like riding a bike?

How hard was it for you to learn to ski? Okay I went skiing for the first time in my life this winter. For me it came really naturally, I fell down once, but the second time i went down I didnt fall and I learned to turn! Also I really enjoyed it, so you think I should invest in some skis of my own (im 15) and pursue skiing...I have been thinking about it idk I want to get good skis but they are so expensive.... Basically What was you first skiing expierence like? Did you find i thard, or was it easy (down hill not cross country) Should I buy m own skis? I mean is it worth it even if i only get to ski a couple times a year? If so what kind of skis are teh best for down hill? I dont think I will ever get into tricks? true...but then again if I had skis I would Probably go more often! :-) How long do skis usually last for?

How can I learn how to ski? I have a trip coming up in 3 weeks to Mont Tremblant and i want to learn how to ski before then. I remember being able to when i was 10 or 11 but the last time i went skiing i wasn't very good. I couldn't stand up and i kept falling and then i wouldn't be able to get up.

How long will i take for me to learn to ski well? I am 13 years old and i have recently taken up skiing lessons once a week for 1 hour. I can do snowplow turns and i have started to to add bits of parrell bits into the turns this is my second lesson. i know everyone says it all depends on you personal skill how fast you progress. But my teacher says i am progressing quicker than mosy other people. I am quite fit so i dont have a problem with it being to much hard work but i would like to know on a guess how long would it take me to be able to use confident parrell turns and a proper stop as i want to be able to do this buy my ski trip in april

How do ppl learn how to Ski Jump? I'm talking about the big jumps they go off, they cant learn how to do it without actually just going for it can they?

What age will be ok to take my baby on a ski trip to learn how to ski? 9 mos. preg now, and am jonesing to go snow skiing! help!

Is it hard to learn how to ski? How long did it take you to learn? What are the basic tips to know when skiing

freestyle skiing how do i learn and where are the best places to freestyle ski are? hi i am 15yrs old and confident skiier but would like to learn and progress in freestyle skiing and maybe do sum comps can anyone help where i can learn to freesyle ski eg park and where the best comps are

Should I learn how to ski or snowboard? and where at Lake Tahoe? Which is easier and more fun? And what resort in Lake Tahoe do you recommend taking a beginner lesson from? Thank you!

Wheres a good place for beginner skiiers to ski at? Im want to learn and Im not sure where I should go? to learn how to ski. Any recommendations would be great! Thanks.

Is it hard to learn how to ski when you're 13 yrs old? Going up to Tahoe, CA and what do I do to learn? Basics? Skill? Where to go? What to do? Never been before so will it take long to get the hang of things? Anything will help!!!! also, what do i wear? if my dad's really, really, really experienced and great @ skiing, could he teach me?

how long do i need to learn how to ski? can any one ski BOARD in lebanon?

what are some things that i should learn how to do? i can draw, play piano, baseball, basketball, football, skate, swim, handball, ping pong, jog i'm learning guitar, i wanna learn to ski and snowboard but there aren't any slopes near me and it costs to much $. got any other ideas?

Please help I want to learn how to ski? Does anyone know if there are any places in New York, New York or New Jersey area where I can learn how to ski? Even if such a place teaches on dry ground. Also the best place to buy skying atire. Thank you so much for your reply

How long did it take you to learn how to ski?

Is it hard to learn how to Ski/snowboard? Ok, I have tried skiing once and i was okay at it. The only problem i had was getting up after i fell down. I really want to learn how and try it again so it can give me something to do in the winter. I also was wondering if snowboarding would be easier or if i should start with one and then try the other?

I'm 16 years old, can I still learn how to snowboard or ski? Hey, I'm a 16 year old girl and interested in learning how to ski or snowboard this year. Is it too late? And which is better in your opinion? I meant is it too late to start learning, duh dumb fUUUUck. :) others please ignore that comment, it is directed at turtles..

question for people who can BOTH ski and snowboard? I am really good at skiing and i love it, but i am thinking about learning to snow board, just so i know how and i thought i should probably learn while i am young. Is it easier to learn than skiing? Since i already can ski will it be easier to learn to snowboard?? please help

how much time does it take to learn 360 on ski? I can do 180 no problem. I have guts for 360 and the reason im asking the question is that there is not enough snow in the mountains in my country and so I cant even try the trick.. also I'm curious in general....

I live in Los Angeles and want to learn how to ski, where do I go?

How can I learn how to create ski graphics? I live in Vermont... I don't know if any ski companies still build in Vermont. I am going to be a junior in high school and I want to start building experience to becoming a ski graphic designer!! I don't know what I should do, who I should request help from. I don't think I should wait until college when I am ready and willing to learn now!! What should I do??

Where can an 18 year old live for cheap in the ski season (to learn to snowboard)? I'm 18/female from England and a few months I'll be free from the world of school. Basically I want to spend the whole ski season living and breathing snowboarding, I'm a beginner but I'll get lessons until then. How shall I go about this? How can I live cheaply somewhere near a ski resort that would be right for me? Pref. somewhere in Europe for obvious language/paperwork reasons!

what is the best Lake Tahoe ski resort to learn how to snowboard? I've been a skier all my life and want start snowboarding.

tips for a new ski instructor? hey, i was recently hired as a junior ski instructor, so i was wondering does anyone have any tips on how to help the little kids learn to ski easier/faster?

Family Learning to Ski? Myself and family want to learn how to ski.....We have a 4 and 2 year old. From what I read, my 2 year old is still too young. However the rest of us are ready to learn. However we have no clue where to start and what we need to get started. If somebody could help it would be appreciated. Any and all tips will be a plus Thanks

Is it too late to learn how to snowboard? So im 17, and ive been skiing ever since i was a little kid. I can do black diamonds on skis. But i really want to learn how to snowboard. Is it too late? My dad told me to take lessons but I think thats embarrassing for someone my age to be taking lessons. isnt it?

Is it hard to learn how to ski? And should I take a lesson? Ok so my neighbor is taking me and my brother skiing and snowboarding on Monday. My brother already knows how to snowboard and it's my first time going and I decided I want to learn how to ski. First of all, is it hard to learn how to ski? My aunt told me that it isn't hard, it just takes patience. But I'm so scared. Second of all, should I take a lesson? My neighbor is a certified ski instructor, so I was just going to have her teach me but everyone is saying I should take a lesson which are $60. So what should I do? Thanks in advance! My neighbor is a certified ski instructor, but she only works Tuesday-Saturday. So she was just going to take me up and teach me.

How Long Will It Take Me To Learn Snowboarding? Hi. I was wondering how long will it take me to learn to snowboard. I've never skied in my life. And what is harder: skiing or snowboarding thanks

how do I learn tp beach start on a single Ski? I am going to nz for a week and my friend tells me he is going to take me out skiing. I have water ski'd plenty. However I want to rock up and do a beach start first go so he gets a shoc :) any tips?

Is it easier to learn to ski once you can already snowboard? I have been snowboarding for five years and am interested in skiing. I picked snowboarding up pretty quickly and was wondering if i would learn to ski faster than most people because i already snowboard.

I am thinking of going to CO this winter to learn to ski or snowboard. Suggestions on a good ski school? Never been skiing or snowboarding before. I really need a good ski resort that has a multi-day school. Also, should I learn to ski or snowboard first? Thanks!

where can i learn ski tricks for park skiing? i have been doing competitive alpine ski racing for the past few years for school/nationals. downhill and skiier cross... i was recently given a pair of solomon twin tips for my birthday by my siblings. would they work on a park?

Is it hard to learn ski tricks? Since i am in my school's ski club program, i was wondering if it was difficult to preform those tricks where you ski off a ramp and you do a 360. i am a good skier, and i know what i'm doing on the slopes, but im not quite at that level of skiing on mogles or tricks. So is doing tricks off of ramps something that takes hard work and a lot of skill, or is it something that you could learn i a matter of weeks?

what's the best place to learn to ski in North America? I am going to be living in DC from January and really want to learn to ski. I am on a budget, but don't want to go extra cheap.

Easier for 1st timer to learn to ski or snowboard? I have not being skiing in forever - but our son (7) wants to try it out this winter. Should we start him off on skis and THEN move to snowboard? Or start on a board if that's what he wants to end up on? He rollerblades well, but couldn't roller skate. He skateboards as well. So I am wondering what might be easier for him to learn ... ski or board??

What are some easy to learn basic Ski Park Tricks? I want to learn some easy basic tricks for skis.

I am 13 years old and im finding it hard to pick weather i should learn to ski or snowboard? I need to learn one of theses fast beacause one of my friends is taking me up to tahoe in a couple months and i have only skied once or twice and that was 7 years ago. So what one is faster to learn and more fun to do.

where is the best place to learn to ski? also what is easer to learn snowboarding ofr skiing? and what is more fun skiing or snowboarding?

Is my child to young to learn to ski? My child is 1& a half and were going to switzerland skiing is my child to young to join ski school when we get there?

Should I learn to ski or snowboard? I am learning to ski this winter and was wondering whether it would be better to learn to ski or snowboard? I have never tried either but I would love to learn to snowboard. I'm just worried it might be too tough. Any advice?

am planning an East Europe trip in Jan - to learn to ski & general sight seeing. What do you recommend? Also should I plan on my own or use a tour operator?

What is the best ski resort for kids to learn to ski in the Sierra region.? Looking for a place with good instruction/rentals and atmosphere for our youth group. There will be about 15 of us Middle school to Highschool ages. Keeping the $$ low is always a goal. thanks...

What is the best age for a child to start to learn to ski? i.e. To go on their first skiing holiday.

Can I learn to ski if I have bad knees? I understand it's not winter yet, but I've been thinking about winter sports ever since the days got a little darker and a little colder. I have bad knees and I'm worried I'll hurt my knees skiing. Is skiing out of the option or are there precautions I could take to prevent me from damaging my knees any further?

How hard is it to learn how to telemark ski? I am an accomplished alpine skiier, and i was wondering how long it typically takes for someone who knows how to ski well to pick up telemarking.

I want to learn to become a ski instructor, but what are the best qualifications? I want to become a ski instructor and have qualifications that are valid and respected in most countries but i don't know what that would be, i live in the Uk. Thanks!

Can you learn how to cross country ski without mountaineering? I have always loved to watch people cross country ski across beautiful mountains, but truth of the matter I hate rock climbing. I know how to do it, used to with my father in New Mexico, I just dislike to.

What is a good age to learn to snow ski? My son is 17 months and I was wondering when other parents started their kids on ski's

Can a large 250+ person learn to ski? Seriously can you learn to ski when you are this large? More importantly can you do it without looking like a fool more so than any other skinny person? I would love to add skiing to my exercises to lose weight

Does it make a difference if you learn to ski on a dry ski slope? (A Slope Which Doesn't Have Snow On It)

Where did you learn to ski? I learned to ski in 94 in the outer banks of North Carolina. Once I got up, I remember looking down at passing jellyfish and thinking there was no way I was letting go or going down. That was also the very minute I decided to get a boat. Where did you learn to ski? C'mon cyn... a little frost bite or hypothermia never hurt anybody.

What part of my body should I work on the most to learn to downhill ski?

how hard is it for skiiers to learn snowboarding? i've been skiing since i was 4 and i do mostly blacks and double black diamonds and i want to try snowboarding. How hard will it be for me to learn? any tips?is skiing and snowboarding similar?

Is it hard to learn how to snowboard or ski? I want to learn how to do a winter sport this winter. I am thinking of either snowboarding or skiing. Which one would be easier to learn? thx

How long does it take to learn to ski?

Should I learn how to snowboard? I have been skiing for about 3 years so far and I love it. I'm about an intermediate skier, but I just have always wanted to try and snowboard. Snowboarding looks like a lot of fun but it looks hard to learn. I'm going up to Mammoth in a couple of days and I was wondering if you think I should try snowboarding or not. How long does it take to learn snowboarding? Also, I do skateboard sometimes and am the type of girl that can get on a skateboard and ride around. I can't do tricks on a skateboard yet though... :D soo...... Is snowboarding worth to learn? Should i try to learn how to snowboard or just continue with my skiing? thankss:)

If you can ski at the intermidate level; how fast could you learn how to snowboard? One trip to the hill? two? Five? Like till your able to snowboard on a black diamond? To demenstrate my learning abilities:p i was able to do a black diamond the second time i went skiing. It wasnt graceful, i fell and i was scared as fuck. but i did it. so loosly based on that i geuss.

Is it easier to learn how to snowboard if you know how to ski? Ive been skiing for years...and i'm considering trying out snowboarding...will it be easier for me to start snowboarding since i have years of experience with skiing or will it be as if i am a complete beginner?

it a terrible idea to learn to ski if you afraid to no? i dont want to. im scared.

I was wondering if I should learn to snow board or snow ski.? I'm 12 and a girl. I have leg muscle but i want to go fast. My sister says I'm not ahthletic but my gym coaches say I am. Which one should I do.

Which ski resort in Tahoe has the best terrain park to learn on? I am a good rider (I can go down black and double blacks no problem), but when I get to the terrain park, I freak out on the boxes and jibs and fall. Are there any parks that will help me get better? E.G. small rails boxes and jibs, because most parks have only one or two jibs I feel comfortable riding on.

can an overweight person learn to snow ski? or do you need to be in good shape?

What age would you consider to old to start learning to Ski?

Where is the best place to learn skiing for beginners near Toronto? We are new immigrants in Toronto and looking for skiing class for beginners. We've heard of Skyvalley near Toronto. Where is it located ?

I want to learn how to service and maintain my own ski bindings.? I have Marker M1000's and M900's. I want to maintain them myself. Are there books on how to do that? What tools do I need? What kind of lube should I use? I'm looking for information on how to do this. I'm not looking for people to tell me to go to a ski shop.

Should I learn to ski or snowboard? On Wednesday I'll be going for the first time on a ski trip with some more experienced friends. Some of them ski, some snowboard. Just wondering which one would be easier for a total beginner. Snowboarding sounds cooler than skiing, but I'm not sure.

Should I get a package learn to ski deal with accommodation ect..or will it be cheaper in NZ once I'm there? My girlfriend and I are coming over to Queenstown in the second week in July (11th) . We want to learn to ski or snowboard for a week (maybe less). We were wondering what is the best value for money? Is it worth booking a 7 day package now, including accommodation, lessons, gear hire etc or just turning up and sorting everything once there? any help would be great we both have never skied before and would like to get the best value possible. Oh it doesnt have to be just Queenstown we are flexible. Cheers

How hard is ski racing? Can you learn in all mountain skis? If I ever take some racing lessons (like master's races, as I'm 27 y.o.) could I use my all mountain skis? They are 172 cm and 79 cm in the waist. In the old days, did they use longer skis than that for slalom? I know that these days the length is 165 cm. Would doing something like slalom be very fast and steep? How much are adult slalom race skis when they are on sale? Very few stores around seem to carry them. I've been skiing for three years. I've been told that I'm probably a level 8.