The Powderhorn Ski and Ride School is committed to helping you get the most out of your lesson or clinic. To ensure that you get in the right class, please review the following skiing and snowboarding ability levels. While we are excited to work with skiers and riders of all levels, some of our clinics, especially for children, are limited to certain abilities.
If you have any questions, please call the Ski Powderhorn Ski and Ride School at 970-268-5700, ext. 2080.
Skiing
Level One
First time on skis.Level Two
You ski in a cautious wedge stance on easy terrain.Level Three
You can make a round wedge turn on easy terrain.Level Four
You can make a round wedge turn with your skis matching at the finish of a turn.Level Five
Your skis are parallel most of the time on easy intermediate terrain.Level Six
Your skis are parallel throughout the turn with a pole touch. You ski intermediate terrain comfortably.Level Seven
Your skis are parallel throughout the turn and you are comfortable in small bumps.Level Eight
You ski parallel on steeper terrain and feel comfortable in moguls on intermediate to advanced runs.Level Nine
You ski aggressively on all types of terrain and want to master a variety of skiing situations on advanced runs.
Snowboarding
Introduction to Snowboarding
First time ever on a snowboard.
Beginning Snowboarding
Snowboarder can perform a skidded traverse in both directions and stop.The rider is beginning direction changes and can perform skidded traverses and garlands in both directions with confidence.
Intermediate Snowboarding
The rider can turn in both directions with speed control and is working towards linking turns and is beginning to exhibit vertical motion.The rider is linking skidded turns with good speed control and shape, and is seeking more challenging terrain. Rhythm is evident in the riding.
Advanced Snowboarding
The rider is confident on most blue terrain under good conditions and is beginning to carve turns.The rider is comfortable on all intermediate terrain under good conditions. He or she is fine tuning carved turns and is seeking more challenging terrain, including bumps, as well as varying snow conditions.
Expert Snowboarding
The rider is confident performing carved turns and is refining technique in all snow conditions and terrain.The snowboarder can ride the entire mountain with confidence and ease, enjoys non-stop runs, and is working on the fine points; efficiency, turn shape, exploring the extremes of riding.
