Month: May 2021

Short Turns – Rhythmically Linked

May 30, 2021 by SkiNerd

Short Turn Rhythm - Advanced Skiing Objective

When I think about short turns, rhythm is an objective that immediately comes to mind. But linking turns rhythmically isn’t just about aesthetics… there are some functional spin offs to be had by skiing to …

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october

Pre-Season Performance Camp

202131octalldayPre-Season Performance CampHintertux Glacier, Austria(All Day) Hintertux Glacier Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Nestled at the end of the spectacular Tux Valley in the Austrian Tyrol and just a quick 800 metre shuttle ride from the gondola station, our hotel is 4 stars

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Nestled at the end of the spectacular Tux Valley in the Austrian Tyrol and just a quick 800 metre shuttle ride from the gondola station, our hotel is 4 stars with a pool, saunas, great food and great drink.

The skiing and riding in Hintertux is just as good. Open 365 days a year it is one of the few places guaranteed to have decent snow in early November. In fact most years we’ve experienced excellent mid winter conditions with a variety of good on and off piste options to challenge everyone’s skiing and riding.

Kids Holding you back? No problem they will be more than entertained at the most amazing day care facilities just down the road.

WHAT IS IT?
A great opportunity to develop your technique while sampling a little Austrian culture.

Five days skiing or boarding with your favorite Section 8 coaches and seven nights to have stimulating conversation with friends both old and new! This camp is open to any intermediate to expert level skiers or boarders who would like to improve their skills before the winter season starts.

Time

October 31 (Sunday) - November 7 (Sunday)

Location

Hintertux Glacier

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Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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november

Snowsport Leadership Training

202121novalldaySnowsport Leadership Training(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Want to become a ski or snowboard professional? Since the 2008/09 winter season, Section 8Snowsport Institute has been running their signature Snowsport Leadership Training program for aspiring ski and snowboard professionals.

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Want to become a ski or snowboard professional?

Since the 2008/09 winter season, Section 8Snowsport Institute has been running their signature Snowsport Leadership Training program for aspiring ski and snowboard professionals.

The 18 week ‘SLT’ course combines ski and snowboard instructor training with outdoor leadership and adventure education.

Section 8’s passionate team of ski and snowboard coaches, patrollers and mountain guides set the standard when it comes to developing versatile all mountain skiers and riders with exceptional teaching and leadership skills. The program includes comprehensive training to complete industry recognised certifications including:

CSIA – Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance
CASI – Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors
CAA – Canadian Avalanche Association
Wilderness / Occupational First Aid

Time

November 21 (Sunday) - March 26 (Saturday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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december

Ski Instructor Internship Season

202105decalldaySki Instructor Internship Season(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Get qualified... then work and play as a ski instructor for the season. The instructor internship program is the ultimate season long ski instructor course as it allows you to

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Get qualified… then work and play as a ski instructor for the season.

The instructor internship program is the ultimate season long ski instructor course as it allows you to train part time throughout the season earning industry recognized certifications while gaining valuable work experience as a ski instructor… and the best part is you even get paid.

Certifications included:
– CSIA Level 1 Instructor
– CSIA Level 2 Instructor
– CSIA Snow Park Instructor

Work Practicum:
– Gain hands on experience while working for the Mount Washington Snow School.

Time

December 5 (Sunday) - March 26 (Saturday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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january

Revel-Steep Session

202209janalldayRevel-Steep SessionRevelstoke, BC, Canada(All Day) Revelstoke Mountain Resort Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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4 DAYS OF All MOUNTAIN SKI IMPROVEMENT Do you have a snow sport dependency? If so our Revel-steep session is a great excuse to test your thighs on North America’s longest

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4 DAYS OF All MOUNTAIN SKI IMPROVEMENT

Do you have a snow sport dependency? If so our Revel-steep session is a great excuse to test your thighs on North America’s longest vertical.

Package includes:
4 days of all mountain ski improvement
5 days lift pass
5 nights accommodation (7 night option available)

This camp is suitable for intermediate to expert level skiers whether your looking to make your first turns off the groomers, prepare yourself for a day of heli-skiing, train for that next level of instructor certification… or push your envelope on Revelstokes steepest and gnarliest.

We’ll balance coaching with lots of guided mileage in the vast bowls, bumps, tree runs and chutes that Revelstoke is famous for and if you’re up for the ultimate powder experience you’ll have the option to add a day of heli-skiing or cat skiing with Selkirk Tangiers.

Want to bring your family? They’re welcome too, Revelstoke offer great kid’s programs and daycare facilities!

Time

January 9 (Sunday) - February 14 (Monday)

Location

Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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february

Science Friction Camp #1

202207feballdayScience Friction Camp #1Mount Washington Vancouver Island, Canada(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement. Do you want to go faster… go slower… go left more…. go right more? Maybe you want

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement.

Do you want to go faster… go slower… go left more…. go right more? Maybe you want to carve up the groomers with sweeping arcs or make your turns shorter and snappy. Perhaps you want to shred powder, bumps, trees or steeps? On Section 8’s Science Friction camps you determine the objective… and like mad scientists in a snowy laboratory we’ll help you discover your inner ski geek.

Video analysis sessions will help you differentiate your perceptions from reality as our top certified coaches perform a double blind placebo controlled study on your skiing. Whatever the terrain, whatever the conditions, through guided experimentation you’ll discover how to best adapt your technique and tactics to the situation at hand.

Don’t worry, it won’t be all talk. There will be plenty of time for guided mileage and pushing your boundaries.

We’ll wind down each day with a little apres ski social with one evening reserved for a nice group meal to reflect on your recent skiing discoveries… and perhaps tell a tall tale or two.

Time

february 7 (Monday) - 10 (Thursday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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CSIA Level 3 Boot Camp - Sessions #1 & #2

202207feballdayCSIA Level 3 Boot Camp - Sessions #1 & #2Mount Washington Vancouver Island, Canada(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Is CSIA level 3 certification your goal? The exams are notoriously challenging with an unspeakably low pass rate, however it is our belief that it’s an achievable goal by anyone

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Is CSIA level 3 certification your goal? The exams are notoriously challenging with an unspeakably low pass rate, however it is our belief that it’s an achievable goal by anyone with enough drive and commitment.

No can guarantee immediate success, but this series of intensive boot camps will give you the best possible shot with small group coaching from CSIA examiners.

Take all 4 weeks of training plays the CSIA modules and exams… or take each camp a la carte.

Time

february 7 (Monday) - 17 (Thursday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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Science Friction Camp #2

202214feballdayScience Friction Camp #2Mount Washington Vancouver Island, Canada(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement. Do you want to go faster… go slower… go left more…. go right more? Maybe you want

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement.

Don’t worry, it won’t be all talk. There will be plenty of time for guided mileage and pushing your boundaries.

We’ll wind down each day with a little apres ski social with one evening reserved for a nice group meal to reflect on your recent skiing discoveries… and perhaps tell a tall tale or two.

Time

february 14 (Monday) - 17 (Thursday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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Science Friction Camp #3

202228feballdayScience Friction Camp #3Mount Washington Vancouver Island, Canada(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement at Mount Washington on one of Section 8's signature Science Friction Camps. Do you want to go

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement at Mount Washington on one of Section 8’s signature Science Friction Camps.

Don’t worry, it won’t be all talk. There will be plenty of time for guided mileage and pushing your boundaries.

We’ll wind down each day with a little apres ski social with one evening reserved for a nice group meal to reflect on your recent skiing discoveries… and perhaps tell a tall tale or two.

Time

February 28 (Monday) - March 3 (Thursday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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CSIA Level 3 Boot Camp - Sessions #3 & #4

202228feballdayCSIA Level 3 Boot Camp - Sessions #3 & #4Mount Washington Vancouver Island, Canada(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Is CSIA level 3 certification your goal? The exams are notoriously challenging with an unspeakably low pass rate, however it is our belief that it’s an achievable goal by anyone

Event Details

No can guarantee immediate success, but this series of intensive boot camps will give you the best possible shot with small group coaching from CSIA examiners.

Take all 4 weeks of training plays the CSIA modules and exams… or take each camp a la carte.

Time

February 28 (Monday) - March 10 (Thursday)

Location

Mount Washington

Organizer

Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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march

Science Friction Camp #4

202207maralldayScience Friction Camp #4Mount Washington Vancouver Island, Canada(All Day) Mount Washington Event Organized By: Section 8 Snowsports

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement at Mount Washington on one of Section 8's signature Science Friction Camps. Do you want to go

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Calling all intermediate to expert level skiers! 4 Days of ski all mountain improvement at Mount Washington on one of Section 8’s signature Science Friction Camps.

Don’t worry, it won’t be all talk. There will be plenty of time for guided mileage and pushing your boundaries.

We’ll wind down each day with a little apres ski social with one evening reserved for a nice group meal to reflect on your recent skiing discoveries… and perhaps tell a tall tale or two.

Time

march 7 (Monday) - 10 (Thursday)

Location

Mount Washington

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Section 8 Snowsportsinfo@section8ski.com

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