Description:
Designed for instructors preparing for the Riding and Technical Understanding & Movement Analysis modules of the Snowboard Level II Assessment, this event combines riding development, technical discussion, and movement analysis practice. Participants will explore the assessment expectations while developing their ability to adapt the Snowboard Technical Fundamentals, apply technical knowledge, and analyze rider performance through the intermediate zone.
Participants should come prepared for two-days of on-hill activities in varying conditions.
Learning Experiences:
Specific activities will vary depending on the group and environmental conditions and will typically include:
- A review of the Level II Certification Standards, Performance Guide, assessment format, and performance expectations, with opportunities for questions and discussion.
- Exploration of Level II assessment activities, with a focus on developing the ability to adapt and blend the Technical Fundamentals across varied terrain, speeds, turn shapes, and tactics.
- Peer movement analysis practice, including opportunities to observe, evaluate, and prescribe changes to riding performance.
- Technical discussions connecting the Technical Fundamentals with biomechanics, physics, tactics, equipment, terrain, and snow conditions.
- Opportunities to give and receive feedback on personal riding, technical understanding, and movement analysis.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the event, successful participants will be able to:
- Gain greater clarity around the performance expectations of the Level II Riding and Technical Understanding & Movement Analysis assessments.
- Improve their ability to adapt and blend the Technical Fundamentals to achieve specific riding outcomes.
- Strengthen their understanding of the relationships among body movements, board performance, tactics, equipment, and environmental factors.
- Improve their ability to observe, evaluate, and identify effective prescriptions for rider performance.
- Use feedback and self-reflection to identify strengths and priorities for continued development.
Prerequisite(s):
Discipline Level I Certified
Recommended Learning Resources:
- National Snowboard Certification Standards
- National Snowboard Performance Guide
- PSIA-AASI Snowboard Technical Manual
- Level III Snowboard Assessment Forms
- Eastern Region Website: Certification and Professional Development Pathways
Equipment/Materials Needed:
Snowboard equipment suitable for a variety of terrain and conditions, including freestyle terrain.
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