Description:
This interactive indoor course is designed for instructors looking to deepen their technical understanding of snowboarding and sharpen their movement analysis skills. Using a blend of PowerPoint resources, video analysis, and live in-person presentations, participants will explore effective ways to identify and describe rider movements, connect observations to cause-and-effect relationships, and communicate feedback clearly. The course emphasizes discussion, collaboration, and practice in presenting technical concepts in a professional, engaging way.
Learning Experiences:
Specific activities will vary depending on group, terrain, and conditions and typically include:
- Engage with PowerPoint-supported discussions that outline key technical models and frameworks.
- Practice movement analysis using curated video clips of snowboarders at different levels and in varied terrain.
- Work in small groups to share insights, refine observations, and build consensus around technical understanding.
- Discuss how to present to peers, practicing effective communication of technical information.
- Receive feedback from clinicians and peers to strengthen accuracy, clarity, and delivery of technical explanations.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, successful participants will be able to:
- Accurately observe and describe rider movements using consistent and precise technical language.
- Apply cause-and-effect relationships to connect rider movement to snowboard performance outcomes.
- Build confidence in presenting technical topics to peers through live discussion and presentation opportunities.
- Enhance video analysis skills by identifying key movements and performance indicators in a variety of rider scenarios.
- Demonstrate strategies for communicating technical information in ways that are clear, accessible, and student-centered.
Prerequisite(s):
Discipline Level I Certified
Recommended Learning Resources:
- PSIA-AASI Snowboard Performance Guides
- PSIA-AASI Snowboard Assessment Forms: Level I, II and/or III Technical Understanding & Movement Analysis
- PSIA-AASI Snowboard Technical Manual
Equipment/Materials Needed:
Notebook or digital device for taking notes and a writing instrument
Find Events like this on the Eastern Calendar: