The focus is on getting students familiar with the equipment; learning to control speed and STOP; and introduction to the magic carpet. This is the most important lesson in the progression, and sometimes it takes more than one session to master. Once participants can confidently and consistently stop independently, it’s time to move to the next level.  

We can load/unload the chairlift independently, and link turns comfortably on steeper green terrain. Here we are refining our technique and creating healthy habits through solid fundamentals.  We will be exploring blue terrain and beyond, in a supportive environment to keep us progressing. This level can be repeated until the student is ready for steeper terrain, more speed, and varied conditions including off-piste.  

​Now it's time to turn! Focus on turning comfortably in both directions with speed control. This level is perfect for those riders who are experienced on the magic carpet and ready to move on to green terrain accessible by chairlift.  This level can be repeated until the student is ready for steeper terrain and more speed.  

Once participants are ready to move beyond blue terrain with demonstrated speed control through turn shape, we recommend a private lesson to tailor the lesson content to the student's needs.   Here we will work on more advanced technique in varied terrain including trees, bumps, powder. Carving, freestyle, steeps are examples of what an advanced lesson can focus on.