What is SkiRing?

An innovative training tool that closes the gap between learning and practicing the fundamental skills of skiing.

There is no one way to learn how to ski, but there are a few fundamental skills that when learned early on can make all the difference.

SkiRing was designed to help new skiers more effectively learn the five skiing fundamentals, as recommended by the PSIA-AASI (The Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors).

  • Control the relationship of the center of mass to the base of support to direct pressure along the length of the ski. (fore/aft pressure)

  • Control pressure from ski to ski and direct pressure to the outside ski. (Pressure)

  • Control edge angles through a combination of inclination and angulation. (Edging)

  • Control the skis rotation (turning, pivoting, steering) with leg rotation, separate from the upper body. (Rotary)

  • Regulate the magnitude of pressure created through ski/snow interaction. (Pressure)

By keeping hands out front, new skiers can more effectively practice proper athletic stance, downhill focus, and hands moving into the future. Developing a quiet upper body allows new skiers to focus on foot and ankle movements, basic skills in skiing.

FEATURES + BENEFITS

SkiRing is fun, safe, and engaging for new skiers of all ages.

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  • Simple + intuitive

    Supports proper athletic stance + balance

    Encourages proper hand position

    Discourages arm flailing

    Decreases anxiety

    Motivates downhill focus as well as downhill propulsion

    Quiet hands enable the skier to focus on foot/ankle movements

    Acts as a new skier’s first ski pole

    Prepares for later introduction of a ski pole

    Lightweight and durable

    Ski instructor designed and tested

  • Inspires imaginative play

    Takes play to the next level

    “Tow” children safely

    Lifts small children easily to a stand

 Position new skiers for success from day one, help beginners feel more:

• CONFIDENT     • CAPABLE      • IN CONTROL

 

SkiRing® is an Official Supplier of the PSIA-AASI.