This page is intended for MRM patrollers/candidates to stay in sync on the expected ski/ride and toboggan skills standards. It can be used in conjunction with S&T Training Resources.
The following is the local standard expected; however, we always strive to help you to be better skiers/riders, performing at a higher level than this base performance as well as moving towards senior level. We will continue to add more materials in both areas as available.
General Alpine Ski/Ride Standard: Candidate demonstrates versatility by varying turn shape, size, and line on all terrain available. Skiing-specific: Non-dynamic open parallel rounded, skidded turns shaped with mostly matched skis to help with speed control. Snowboard-specific: Non-dynamic rounded, skidded turns shaped to help with speed control.
Sample training videos:
- Ski: Local training sample video
- Ski: PSIA video of Basic Open Parallel – note that this is slightly above standard in its precision.
- Snowboard: AASI Basic Skidded Turn
General Toboggan Standards: Following are links to some senior standard videos which can be used as a guide. We will update with a local standard video as available.