How to Ski in One Day | Beginner Learns Parallel Turns

Summary

This is a tutorial where Jens is teaching a beginner skier named Osman how to do parallel turns. They start with the traverse technique, which helps in quickly losing elevation without many tips. Jens then moves on to teaching Osman how to transition from a snowplough to parallel turns by sliding sideways and shifting the weight between uphill and downhill foot. They also practice matching the ski directions and changing edges at the same time. Osman quickly learns the techniques and expresses his excitement. The video ends with Jens suggesting viewers check out more how-to-ski videos and techniques tips.

Highlights

• Jens aims to teach Osman parallel turns in this video.
• They start with the traverse technique to lose elevation quickly.
• Osman naturally starts to do parallel turns as it feels more comfortable.
• The speaker teaches Osman to slide sideways and shift weight to go from snowplough to parallel turns.
• Jens suggests using the bow tie method to match ski directions.
• They practice changing edges and turning from the feet, through the knees, and up.
• Osman quickly learns how to do parallel turns and expresses his excitement.
• The video ends with suggestions to check out more how-to-ski videos and techniques tips.