Image via WikipediaSome ski instruction classes last for a couple of hours and others can last for a couple of days. Your instructor will be able to determine if you should be moved up to another class based on the basic skills you exhibit initially. You want to take instructions for a class that only has a few students. This way everyone can get plenty of individual attention. Be prepared for the process of learning how to ski, and have fun with it. The more relaxed you are the easier it is going to be. Too many people get tense while they are learning and this leads to even more falls along the way. The truth of the matter is that you ARE going to fall plenty while learning to ski -- so stop being afraid -- it is going to happen, no matter what. Instead focus on increasing the amount of time between each fall and celebrate as you reach these goals. (I still remember the first time I went down an entire slope without falling once - wow, I was so excited!)
You really need to focus on learning how to control your movements while on a pair of skis so you don’t lose control or start going too fast to be safe. Keeping your knees bent will help to ensure you can avoid injury as you learn how to ski (and the bigger you make your turns, the more you can control your speed). Remember that everyone learns new things at a different pace so don’t compare yourself to what others out there are doing. As you become more comfortable on your skis, you will be able to identify your rhythm as you turn and glide along the snow.
Having the right equipment when you are learning how to ski will help you learn the basics faster. It will also help you remain safe. You should have on ski boots that fit you well and be dressed in layers. The top layer should be a thick waterproof down ski jacket because it is going to be very hard to focus on learning how to ski when you are freezing (and the wind will really cut, going down the slope fast, so you will also need a hat, and preferably goggles).
Image via WikipediaEven though it is best to have your own equipment for skiing, beginners often don’t want to shell out the hundreds of dollars to buy it. That is quite understandable if you haven’t yet made up your mind if you want to pursue this type of sport on an ongoing basis. Just make sure any ski equipment that you borrow or rent is a good fit for you (ask the professionals at the rental place, and they can fit you properly).It takes plenty of practice to learn how to ski so don’t think this is something you are going to master right away. Too many people get the idea that skiing is a piece of cake when they watch other people do it. Stick with it though and in a short period of time you too will be gracefully gliding down the slopes and having a great time doing it - it's really one of the most fun winter activities I've ever tried! (And WOW, is it ever great exercise...in fact, if you make a whole day of it the first time, don't be surprised if your legs feel like you ran a marathon for a few days afterward.)
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