Adaptive Task Force Webinar Series

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A message from your PSIA-AASI-W Adaptive Task Force:

During these crazy times of Covid-19 we are working to stay connected to one another.  Adapting to our current situation means we are moving in a direction of virtual learning – lots of Zoom!  In partnership with Rim Special Athletes, the Adaptive Task Force of PSIA-AASI-W has developed an exciting Adaptive webinar series featuring interactive online clinics at no charge. We encourage you to attend and invite your staff, volunteers, friends, and colleagues too.  The Thursday evening (6:30pm) series will be scheduled as follows:

 

2020-21 Virtual Adaptive Interactive Clinic Series – Hosted by Rim Special Athletes and the PSIA-AASI Western Adaptive Task Force

Sept 24 @ 6:30 pm – Teaching the Student on the Autism Spectrum – Kim Meares

Oct 8 @ 6:30 pm -Touch Free Teaching – Dan Stormer

Oct 29 @ 6:30 pm- History of Adaptive Sliding – Katherine Hayes-Rodriquez and Ted Pitcher

Nov 5 @ 6:30 pm – How to Teach an Adaptive Student in an Alpine lesson – Jake Breidenbach

Nov 19 @ 6:30 pm – Creating a Successful Lesson for the Athlete with PTSD – Kim Meares

Dec 3 @ 6:30 pm – Teaching Adaptive Snowboard – Brent Kuemmerle

Dec 17 @ 6:30 pm – Bi-Ski Basics –  John Pacente, USARC

Jan 7 @ 6:30 pm – How to Train & Be Trained –  Dan Stormer & Jake Breidenbach

Starting Jan 21 @ 6:30 pm we will be having Adaptive exam prep clinics. They will held every two weeks on Thursdays at 6:30. Topics will be forthcoming

 

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Navigating the 20/21 Snowsports Season

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PSIA-AASI’s COVID-19 Snowsports Education Resources 

Safety, fun, and learning make up the core tenets of PSIA-AASI’s vision to “Create Lifelong Adventures Through Education.” Delivering on this critical foundation for successful lessons is more important than ever as we work together to maintain a low-risk learning environment for ourselves, our guests, and our colleagues – so everyone can enjoy their snowsports season this winter.

The newly published Navigating the 2020-21 Snowsports Season is a comprehensive document reaffirming our commitment to snowsports education during COVID-19.

“By following best practices and taking necessary precautions for healthy interactions, our guests and instructors can continue to focus on growth and development,” said PSIA-AASI Chief Executive Officer Nicholas Herrin. “We hope that, as an educator you’ll use the document as a tool to help you deliver safe, and fun, lesson experiences in the time of COVID-19.”

The document includes:

  • Considerations for instructors to foster conversations around executing practical and successful lessons.
  • How to incorporate – and adapt when necessary – the Learning Connection model and Teaching/Learning Cycle to align with best health and safety practices.
  • The importance of People Skills in welcoming guests, introducing yourself, assessing students, and planning experiences.
  • How you can adapt Teaching Skills to minimize risk.
  • Snowsports school considerations such as lesson products, group size, and instructor training.
  • And a list of additional training resources for every discipline.

You can read Navigating the 2020-21 Snowsports Season or download the PDF and print copies to keep with you. You can also learn more about PSIA-AASI’s response on their COVID-19 updates page.

National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) Operational Best Practices

An NSAA advisory group of ski industry leaders developed this website resource, and the Ski Well, Be Well operational best practices based on scientific guidelines from experts. These practices can be adapted to each ski area’s unique operation, and can be scaled according to the appropriate local COVID-19 response.

National Ski Areas Association’s “Ski Well, Be Well” Website