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Welcome to our Beginners’ ski advice section, where our own pro ski experts pass on their tips to help those new to the sport to improve their own skills so they are off-piste skiing before they know it!
Below you will find a list of advice articles, which we add to regularly, and all of which is completely free to enjoy. It is designed to help you get through those ski lessons faster so you can really start enjoying your skiing with family and friends. Click on a few of our articles to see what you can learn…
Best Ski Resorts for Kids
Finding the top ski resorts for kids is a seasonal struggle for parents and guardians across the globe. We recognised this, so gathered together the best snow sport experts in the neighbourhood, to draft what we believe to be the best collection of the world’s top ski resorts for you, and your children... read more
Learn the Snowboarding Basics
Boy, do we love snowboarding. We’ve been dreaming of half pipes since we first bolted a plank to our feet all those days ago. All those days ago… days ago… ago… go. Oh, look Timothy: There we are, learning the snowboarding basics that ensured we became these ultra cool desk dudes that we are today. Ouch! That fall must have hurt! Look at my wonky snowboarding technique, that was pretty special. SNAP! Oh, I’m back in the room, and suddenly aching at the groins to share my snowboarding basics with you.
Being a snowboarding beginner is great. It gives you an excuse to look like a complete goof, and still get patted on the back. If you want to get the most out of your snowboard lessons and quickly learn how to snowboard, it’s a good idea to know the snowboarding basics... read more
General Beginners Ski Advice
If you have never been skiing before, then you may want to visit an area that is suitable for beginners. You need an area that is easily accessible for novices and has gentle slopes that are suitable for those who are inexperienced.
If you've never hit the slopes before, then be sure to pick an area that is free of rocks or icy areas. Pick areas where the sun is likely to reach so that your holiday is more enjoyable.
A good idea would be to visit a ski school. Ski schools usually offer you the chance to learn everything you need to know about skiing and there are plenty of great beginner packages to choose from. If you have an experienced family member that you are travelling with, then perhaps they could teach you the basics. Or it may be a good idea to travel with another beginner so that you do not feel left out when the others hit the bigger slopes... read more
Ski Terminology Explained:
If you are new to skiing then the terminology may seem a little strange to begin with but it is nothing that cannot be helped with a simple run through of the main terms or lingo used in and around the slopes of the world’s best ski resorts.
Below we run through some of the best known terminology out there – and if you have any of your own to add then please do not hesitate to contact us so we can add your terms to this ever growing list... read more