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RistoAs promised we have lots of new instructional videos to help you take your skiing to the next level.
These instructional clips let you watch and learn from some of the best pros in the sport. Whether you need advice for getting out of the water with every deep-water start or you're contemplating switching to a one-handed gate, you'll find what you're looking for in this collection of exclusive videos.
Level 1 – Beginner Skier
Balanced Stance
Mastering a balanced stance is a basic concept that's essential for all levels of skiing. Learn the key points of this important skill from pro ski coach Matt Rini.
The Perfect Deepwater Start
Getting out of the water is the first step toward a successful set. Use these simple instructions from Will Asher to get your next set off to the right start.
Fool-Proof Deepwater Start
Jason Seels walks you through a deep-water start strategy that's guaranteed to give you consistent success every time you try to get out of the water.
Level 2 – Open-Water Skier
Skiing Rhythm
A key component to mastering the course is finding your ski rhythm. Will Asher gives his perspective on maintaining an even flow and finding your own rhythm.
Open-Water Drills
Who says you need a course to perfect your swerving? Here, Wade Cox explains how some open-water drills can add a new twist to your training regimen.
How to Shadow Buoys
Shadowing buoys is an awesome way to practice the timing necessary for course skiing. Chris Parrish offers some helpful hints for getting the most out of this drill.
Skiing the Course for the First Time
Matt Rini has assisted countless skiers in their first run through the course. In this video, he offers his wisdom on the matter with some easy tips to follow.
Level 3 – Novice Course Skier
Skiing Rhythm
A key component to mastering the course is finding your ski rhythm. Will Asher gives his perspective on maintaining an even flow and finding your own rhythm.
The Right Grip
Having trouble finding your balance? Pro skier Glen Campbell may have some advice that can help. Watch as he shares his expert insight about choosing the right grip.
Crossing the Wakes
In this video, Jason Seels gives some advice to help you make your next wake crossing look and feel like you're cutting through butter.
How to Eliminate Slack Line
Will Asher shows you what you need to know to eliminate slack line at the end of your turn and carve smooth swerves with a tight line across the wake.
Skiing the Course for the First Time
Matt Rini has assisted countless skiers in their first run through the course. In this video, he offers his wisdom on the matter with some easy tips to follow.
Level 4 – Course Skier
The Right Grip
Having trouble finding your balance? Pro skier Glen Campbell may have some advice that can help. Watch as he shares his expert insight about choosing the right grip.
One-Handed Gate
Want to change it up this season? Marcus Brown has some pointers that could help. Watch him demonstrate and explain the one-handed-gate technique.
Stacked Body Alignment
Will Asher explains the importance of keeping your body aligned over your ski and how the proper alignment can add balance and stability to your turns.
Carving Your Offside Turn
Having trouble carving that offside turn with as much flair as your onside? Follow these tips from Chris Parrish, and you'll be owning the offside in no time.
Ski to the Next Line Length
Once you master chasing the buoys, you'll be forever in pursuit of the shorter rope. In this video, Wade Cox gives some tips to help
you get; to the next line length.
Ski Setup and Fin Adjustment
Kyle Eade points out, ski setup is often more of an art than an exact science. But there are still a few basics to keep in mind, which he explains in this video.
Level 5 – Shortline Skier
Counter Rotation
West Coast skiing guru, Marcus Brown explains the concept of counter rotation in simple terms and shows you how to utilize it in your next set.
The One-Handed Gate
Thomas Degasperi has used the one-handed gate to take his slalom skiing to another level. He'll explain what you need to focus on to master this technique.
Give Your Back a Break
If you find yourself with more load on your line than you can handle, Pro skier and Northern Exposure Tour coach Trent Finlayson has some tips to help your aching back.
Ski Setup and Fin Adjustment
Kyle Eade points out, ski setup is often more of an art than an exact science. But there are still a few basics to keep in mind, which he explains in this video.
