ski technique
Carved turn method
Ski technique refers to the body mechanics and movements used to control skis on snow—how a skier positions their weight, edges their skis, plants their poles, and navigates terrain.
Different techniques suit different conditions: Her parallel technique needs work, He's been drilling classic technique on the groomed trails.
The term encompasses everything from basic snowplow stops to advanced carving and mogul skiing.
- stanceStanding posture or viewpoint
- edgingDecorative border material
- fall lineSteepest descent path
- balanceSteadiness or amount owed
- turnRotational movement
body position · edge · carving · angulation · glide · speed control · mogul skiing · bend · stem · flex · pressure control · alignment · knee bend · alpine skiing · rhythm · arc · weight · weight transfer
- skiingskiing, ski, ski resort, ski slope, ski slopes
- ski schoolski lessons, ski instructor, ski instructors, ski school, beginner lessons
- ski trainingski lessons, edge control, carving, speed control, balance board
snow sport discipline
ski techniquesledding
Riding downhill on snow
hiking · walking · snow tubing · snowshoeing · glissading