Expectations of a Level I Ski Pro

General Goal

To introduce the candidates, the CSIA and its function within the ski industry.
Final Goal

At the end of the course, the candidate should be able to:

  1. Understand the mission statement of the CSIA.
  2. Define goals and objectives of a ski lesson.
  3. Plan the organizational needs of a lesson.
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of the five skills of the CSIA.
  5. Know the structure of the CSIA.
  6. Element of Competency

Teaching:

  1. Demonstrate the capacity to teach "Fast Track to Parallel" in accordance with the technique and methodology of the CSIA.
  2. Understand the basic principles of the Canadian Approach and how to incorporate them in teaching "Fast Track to Parallel".
  3. Demonstrate the basic principles of a student centred approach while teaching "Fast Track to Parallel".
  4. Develop the gust experience through teaching.
  5. Demonstrate an understanding of teaching children.
  6. Skiing:
  7. Demonstrate effectively at all levels, from beginner to intermediate Learning Objectives.
  8. Assess own ski performance in relation to the Level 1 standards.
  9. Execute basic demonstrations while highlighting the principles of the Canadian Approach.

Attitude:

  1. Demonstrate a positive attitude towards ski teaching.
  2. Demonstrate respectful behavior towars the other candidates and the teaching staff.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to communicate in a ski teaching context.
  4. Demonstrate a certain amount of self-confidence that will create success in ski teaching.
  5. Demonstrate an open mind and be objective during the analysis of your own skiing abilities.
  6. Content

During the course, the following subjects will be discussed:

  1. Safety rules in ski teaching.
  2. Analysis and development of ski movements.
  3. CSIA organizational structure.
  4. Lesson planning.
  5. Skier development model (Fast Track to Parallel).
  6. Age specific workshops.
  7. Guest experience workshop.
  8. Methodology

Skier Development:

Groups will work on ski improvement, analysis and development of ski movements and how to adapt exercises and drills to specific age groups.
Teaching sessions:

Groups will work on teaching particular movements and skills that have been presented.

Technical Evaluation:

Demonstrations executed by the candidates during class time will be evaluated on a daily basis. Candidates must pass both the skiing and teaching aspects in order to be certified "Level 1 CSIA Ski Instructor". Candidates will be evaluated on their ongoing participation and effectiveness on and off the snow. There are specific demonstration assessments that are 50% of the final ski results.

Performance Criteria:

General:

  1. Ski consistently parallel on intermediate terrain at moderate speed.
  2. Show some ability to adjust technique to a variety of turn shapes and different snow conditions.
  3. Control speed.
  4. Adjust skill to provide technically sound demonstrations which are easy to duplicate.
  5. Demonstrate at all levels, from beginner to intermediate.
Specific:
  1. Basic Parallel Turns
  2. Control in symmetrical/rhythmical parallel turns of intermediate terrain (blue)
  3. Wedge Turns
  4. Rhythmical wedge turns on flat beginner terrain (green)
  5. Free Run
  6. Free skiing on intermediate terrain (blue)

Teaching Evaluation:

The teaching is an evaluation of the student's participation in workshops and sessions.

Performance Criteria:

  1. Technical Understanding
  2. Student Centred Method
  3. Guest Service
  4. Marking System:

Technical Evaluation is Pass or Fail

Teaching Evaluation is Pass or Fail

Re-Test on Skiing or Teaching:

If a candidate fails skiing (technical), teaching or both portions, he/she can return for re-evaluation. The re-evaluation can take place at any scheduled Level 1 Day Course (based on availability) after a three week waiting period.

The re-evaluation of the skiing portion takes place on the first two days of the course, while the re-evaluation on the teaching portion takes place on the final two days of the course.

To attend a "Retest", it is recommended that the candidate obtain training from a current Level 1 Course Conductor.