Technique training for beginners
How to brake with skis?
How do you change ski the track or go off the track while moving?
How to go uphill and downhill?
We'll practice these techniques in flat terrain (also on a small hill if you want, not mandatory).
This is a follow-up course to our previous courses. You must have participated in at least two of our courses this year (First time on skis / PART 2 / basic course) to participate in this course. You have to be able to move properly and independently with skis.
Duration
60 min
Suitable for
Adults, beginners (you have been in our courses previously)
Language
English
Equipment
Ski rental for the course 20€. Please add your height, weight and shoe size in the extra information box when paying. If you have your own skis, please test (and if necessary maintain) their grip before coming to the course to get the most out of the course.
Starting point
Paloheinä, in front of your rental. Please arrive early if you have rental skis. There is changing rooms, toilets and lockers available 200 meters from our rental place (in Paloheinän maja). Our location.
Booking calendar and waiting list
A red day in the booking calendar means the course is fully booked. For a full course, you can register by email to the queue for cancellations.
Merchant terms
The booking is binding and does not include a right of cancellation.
Please read terms and cancellation policy before the booking!
If you are unable to attend or wish to reschedule the course, please send us an email.
The course will take place when there are at least 5 participants.
Weather and ski trail conditions
The course will take place regardless of weather conditions, provided that the ski trails are in skiable condition. Exceptions are severe weather conditions (around -15 degrees below zero), storms or other exceptional weather phenomena. Any cancellation/postponement due to frost or storm will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Any changes or cancellations will be notified to the registrants personally.
Insurance
Participants are recommended to take personal accident insurance. Suomen Latu has accident insurance for participants (insurance only applies to permanent residents of Finland). Suomen Latu has the organiser's liability insurance.