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CSIA BC COURSES & EVENTS Winter 2012-2013 Season
Ken's Kickass Level 1 Ski Camp
CSIA BC Region AGM Notice Of Meeting & Proxy Vote Form
WHISTLER OPENING DAY & CSIA 75th Anniversary Invite
Northern Festival
City Lights Special
WOMEN ONLY WORKSHOP
Professional Development Days PDP Schedule
Level 1 Course Conductors' Training CCT Schedule
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INDUSTRY News
CSIA Alumni
Never Ever Days
Back Country Adventures
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FEATURED RESORTS
MOUNT SEYMOUR by Jonathan Mosley
KICKING HORSE by Esta Evans
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CELEBRATE
75 YEARS of CSIA
TRAINING Technical
BOOT FITTING by Erin Keam
INSPIRATION by Kim Fournel
this
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12
SEASON
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www.snowprobc.com
for updates to our EVENTS
listings in this publication
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TRAINING Teaching
THE ART OF WAR Ralph Forsyth
CHAIRMAN of the BARRED by Ken Chaddock
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EVENTS in Review
AGM and Ignition Days Whistler 2011
Northern Festival January 2012
Women Only Workshop January 2012
Look under
EVENTS online
at a resort
near you!
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WHY
INDUSTRY
N E W S
CSIA WHY
Alumni NOW
The Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2013. Over the past 74 years we
have certified thousands of aspiring ski instructors, currently have a good working relationship with the Canadian
Ski Coaches Federation and were directly involved in the formative years of both the Canadian Association of
Snowboard Instructors and the Canadian Association of Nordic Ski Instructors. By some estimates, we have had
a hand, either directly or indirectly, in certifying 300,000 to 400,000 instructors.
Where are they now?
Some, of course, have passed
away. Some were in the ski industry and went on to other
professions. Some have stayed in the industry to become
managers, owners, instructors or part time instructors in
their retirement.
We want to reach out to all instructors that have gone
through our certification system, whether they are active
members or not and keep them in touch and engaged. There
will be many celebrations throughout next year, some small
and some large, celebrating 75 years of success both on our
national level and on the world stage.
Lets all seek out our old friends and comrades and find out
where they are, arrange to meet, ski, talk, have a few laughs
and keep the spirit going! Our aim for the near future is to
amass a contact list of anyone and everyone we can reach
out to. We have had some success at Silver Star Mountain with
weekly meetings and ski sessions and a lot of fun.
See the CSIA Alumni Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/CSIAAlumni/212958878777469
and look out for the Web Page in the future.
Norm Crerar
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from THE
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Josh | FOSTER
Im excited! Its getting to be about that time again when I scrape off
the storage wax and buff the skis up for another season. Its always
with enormous anticipation that I think of opening day, its my favourite
day of the year to me its even bigger than Christmas Day seemed
when I was much younger.
To add to the anticipation this is a very,
very special year its our 75th birthday!
As I write, Im sitting on a plane from
Montreal to Vancouver, heading home
from a couple of days of very productive
meetings with all of the countrys Regional
Chairs, National Board Representatives
and National Office Staff. A talented group
of people and it's a real privilege to be a
part of it. Every last person is passionate,
enthusiastic and dedicated in their
commitment to our organization. I found
myself thinking and reflecting and to be
honest, feeling a little nostalgic.
I thought about my first year teaching
skiing when the CSIA was 50 that year, and
I remembered so many really great times
along the way. Perhaps Im just sappy and
sentimental, or it could be the smoke meat
sandwiches (an absolute requirement
when in Montreal) either way, I get a little
choked up when I think about this stuff.
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INDUSTRY
N E W S
Never Ever Days (NED) is a program designed to promote the sport of skiing and
snowboarding. The primary purpose is to increase the participation numbers in the
Ski & Snowboard industry. Through this promotion, Whistler Blackcombs goal for the
2011/12 season was to expose 600 individuals to skiing or snowboarding for the very
first time. The Never Ever Days program is an all-inclusive, FREE day on the mountain.
Lift ticket, Max4 Lesson & Rental gear as well as morning greeting (muffins & coffee)
and aprs with the instructor were all included for every guest.
Why should we care?
Just read the article titled Running to Stand Still:
snowboarding @ WB
regional market.
The Editor
British Columbia
Esta|EVANS
TRUST ME . . .
How often do we hear people say this?
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magazine
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of others.
and HONOUR!
I wouldn't ever
and
difficulties.
They
put
and
eyes:
Gerda
Koch,
Ken
Sometimes I can't
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SEASON
2013
CELEBRATE
75 YEARS of CSIA
this
SEASON
at a resort
near you!
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for updates to our EVENTS
listings in this publication
wonderful
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season
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BackCountry
ADVENTURES
Whistler brings ski
coaching into
the backcountry
Extremely
Canadians
Steep
Skiing
Clinics
on
OPENING UP BOUNDARIES
Launching
in
December
2012,
Adventures
will
sheep,
Extremely
Canadians
by Jill | DUNNIGAN
Extremely Canadian
Backcountry Adventures in Whistler
Extremely
Canadian
Adventures
will
be
Backcountry
based
out
of
will
making
without
share
process
their
along
decision
the
way,
Of
descents,
clear
better
decision-making
Mountain
that's
Guides
Extremely
Association),
Canadian's
for
Ski Season
AIS vs PNF
AIS technique requires the opposing
muscles to contract prior to the stretch, as
opposed to PNF technique which requires
the targeted muscles to contract prior
to the stretch. Both techniques are used
in physical rehabilitation but are also
excellent in preventing injury, as they
make you stronger within your full ranges
of motion. In other words, your body will be
more equipped to react safely in surprising
situations and save you from injury.
http://www.kinesiomajo.
com/blog/stretch-out-for-skiseason/
Majorie Lauzon
Practicing Kinesiologist (BCAK/CKA)
Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP)
Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist (CFST)
Ski Professional (CSIA 4, CSCF 2)
She offers her kinesiology services to the Sea
To Sky Corridor, in Squamish, Whistler and
Pemberton
For more information about Majos services,
including Fascial Release Therapy (a combination
of assisted stretching and soft tissue mobilization
techniques),
visit www.kinesiomajo.com
References:
1. Aaron L. Mattes, Active Isolated Stretching: The
Mattes Method, Published by Aaron L. Mattes, 20002.
Ann Frederick & Chris Frederick, Stretch to Win:
Flexibility for improved speed, power and agility, Human
Kinetics, 2006
3. Ann Frederick & Chris Frederick, Stretch to Win
Institute: Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist manual
(Level 1), Published by Stretch to Win Inc., 2010
4. Gilles Cometti, Les limites du stretching pour la
performance sportive.
1re partie: Intrt des
tirements avant et aprs la performance, Facult des
Sciences du Sport UFR STAPS Dijon, BP27877, 21078
Dijon Cedex, France
5. Andrew Biel, Trail Guide to the Body: Muscles of the
Body, Book of Discovery, 2010
What?
Mainly Psoas, Iliacus, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Rectus Abdominis,
Obliques, Intercostals & Serratus Anterior
How?
Squeezing your bum, lean your hip forward and reach your
arm up as far as possible. Keep your arm straight and arch
comfortably. To stretch further, rotate your trunk slightly
outward while side-bending it toward the opposite side. Return
to initial position. Repeat 8-15x until it feels looser.
Change sides
What?
Mainly Gluteals, Piriformis, Pectineus, Psoas Major, Iliacus,
Adductors & Gracilis
How?
Bring your knee toward your opposite shoulder then assist
the stretching by pulling with your hands. Wiggle gently
at different angles. Bring your knee away from your trunk
then assist the stretching by pushing away with your hands.
Repeat 8-15x until it feels looser. Change sides
What?
Mainly Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Intermedius
& Vastus Medialis
How?
Stiffen your trunk muscles and flex your leg (avoid arching).
Then assist the stretching by pulling up on the rope.
Return to initial position. Repeat 8-15x until it feels looser.
Change sides
Photos:
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Sauna/Cold Plunge
Start with a warm to cool shower for
3 to 5 minutes and then towel dry.
Use the sauna for approximately
7 to 10 minutes. Follow this with
a cold plunge or cold shower for
15 to 30 seconds then rest with
feet up for 5 minutes. This routine
can be repeated on to three times
Finish with warm shower for 3 to 5
minutes.
Practical Applications
INVIGORATE & RECOVER
combination
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FITNESS | physical
WHIRLPOOL STRETCHES
Use the heat of the whirlpool to warm-up your muscles and massage
them before stretching them out
body and decrease stress related fight or flight chemicals. They will
thought control.
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time.
There are many different ways to relax and everybody has individual
Sleep is probably the best form of rest to aid recovery. Lack of sleep
upon for recovery and the brain needs to function. Lack of sleep can
include
also contribute to injuries. Your muscles need the rest and recovery
progressive
muscle
relaxation,
autogenic
training,
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AGM
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ANNOUNCEMENT
BC Region
2012 PROXY
FORM
Dear Member,
Currently we have 3 director's seats up for election.
Nominations are being accepted for all Seats up for election.
Election at this year's AGM are for:
2 Directors from the Southwestern Zone
1 Director from the Northern Zone
1 Director from the Okanagan Zone.
In total, the CSIA BC committee has four zones with seven
directors:
as it sees fit.
Proxy Voting - Please print that page and fill it out if you wish
to vote by Proxy.
PROXY VOTING
follows:
jfoster@bigwhite.com
If you are unable to attend the AGM and wish to vote, the
proxy form and instructions adjacent to this article will also
be available electronically on snowprobc.com in early October.
DATE
Friday, November 30, 2012
PLACE
The AAVA HOTEL, Whistler Village, BC
SIGNED:
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CANCELLATIONS
If any Professional Development Programs are cancelled due to weather
conditions or lack of snow, new dates will be announced.
Check with your Ski School Director or email: Gerda Koch - koch@shaw.ca
Meeting Places
Ski School meeting areas, unless otherwise
specified.
A call back will not be given unless there is a
change to the dates and times of the programs.
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December 1
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Another season is fast approaching which means kilometers over a mountain while encountering This is where Level 1 Course Conductor training
Course Conductor Training (CCT) is just around an elevation change of 1300 meters, your can help out big time. Staffed by top Level 4s
the corner. As I head into this most awesome of compass reading will be 5 degrees off. Not and exclusive to level 3 instructors, you will
opportunities, I'm reminded of a course that I understanding this fact and not knowing how find out what your elevation change has been,
took a few years ago entitled basic survival in to calculate the distance/declination ratio and how many degrees off of magnetic north
the wilderness. (not given by the CSIA but who could cost you your life!
During this survival program, I was taught how it may feel that way sometimes when we're on
to read a compass correctly so I could establish a CSIA course!) :) but every season we need
bearings and travel in the right direction. It to reset our skiing compasses to account for
sounds pretty easy...use the compass to find elevation change. How much have we improved So sign up soon. Find out where you are and where
magnetic north, establish land marks, and since the start of last year? What should we you've got to go. Reset your skiing compass by
continue upon your known direction of travel. focus on for the coming season to maintain our attending course conductor training.
See you there,
Then repeat again and again until you find steady march towards the safety of our ultimate
Ken Paynter
your way home and into the safety of your goal? (Whatever that goal may be.)
BC Level 1 Technical Coordinator.
own living room. Simple as... OMG now I'm
really lost!.
The
problem
starts
when
you
encounter
If you are a certified CSIA Level 3 ski instructor and you are or would like
to be a CSIA Level 1 Course Conductor, you need to take the Level One
TOTAL $ 162.40
Note: The first day of the 3-day course is indoors, the second and third
day is on snow (exception: Whistler 1)
F E AT U R E D
RESORT
Professional
SKIERS&RIDERS
Inspire
Progressive Future
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Kicking
Horse
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by Esta | EVANS
CSIA BC Magazine
Editor
Esta Evans
Thanking you again for the Royal Treatment from everyone: Sandra,
Will and the Ski School and Office Staff, the cafeteria folks, lifties and
all the retail employees!
Boo Bear
Photographer Adam Sherriff
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YOUR
FEET
DESERVE
GOOD
BETTER
BEST
If the ski boot is considered the steering wheel or the transmission from the skier
to ski, this makes it the most important piece of equipment youll want to own.
An excellent fitting ski boot is achieved
by forming a relationship with a trusted
boot fitter who then tries to make the boot
comfortable and perform well on the ski
hill. They look closely at your foot shape,
its ability to function properly and try to
determine the skiers needs in relation to
their abilities and goals. Working with
you, the skier, good boot fitters create an
excellent fitting and performing boot that
is a joy to put on each snowy morning!
A skilled boot fitter will focus initially on
the foots forefoot and heel width, instep
height and foot length. The foots mobility
and stability are then examined to decide
whether an insole or foot bed is necessary.
There are many insoles available called
trim to fits that work well or get a custom
built foot bed that mimics the foot exactly
and is the ultimate foundation for improved
skiing performance,(see sidebar).
An expert fitter will go one step further
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is comfortable.
Creating the ultimate
connection from skier to ski relates to
precise steering and energy transfer from
ski to snow.
Remember a well-fitting ski boot allows
good circulation keeping your feet warm
yet reacts to the subtlest input from you.
If the ski boot fits well then it becomes an
extension of the foot, rewarding you with
a solid connection to your equipment and
comfortable feet on the slopes.
With some research to find a recommended
local shop that involves you in the boot
fitting process through these steps, you
can find a boot that is not only comfortable
but guaranteed to work well.
Regardless of your skiing expertise whether
beginner or World Cup hopeful, the boot
fitting professionals at a reputable shop
near you can insure all your days on the
slopes remain trouble free when it comes
to your ski boots.
Sidebar # 1
A good boot fitter should discuss
stock insoles that come with the
boot, trim to fit insoles or custom
foot beds.
The stock insole often is just
padding that gives no real
support to the foot and most
times replaced by custom liners
offering more performance and,
or comfort.
support. Remember
good, better, best
is a simple formula
for deciding on what
your feet deserve
when
fitting
your
boots this season!
Sidebar # 2
The more performance a skier
seeks form their ski boots
the
more
adjustments
or
modifications will be needed.
Starting usually with a narrower,
stiffer race shell the boot fitter
has to alter it more drastically for
the skier.
British Columbia
simple
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TRAINING
technical
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PHASE 1
I
concluded
that
patience is key in
order to position the
feet under the COM in
Phase 1 of the turn. The
ability to be mindful in
the placement of my
feet gave me control
over the COM reducing
the need to react
with a quick recovery
move. If you have ever watched Eric
or Ollie ski, they appear to move
slowly belying their incredible rate of
descent.
PHASE 2
In Phase 2, when I redirected the
COM with the BOS the sensation was
subtle because the COM moves to
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Inspirational
performances
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incredible athletes motivates me to
keep learning and playing on my skis;
I encourage everyone to go out and
bounce on a trampoline and explore
the relationship between the COM
and BOS. It is a fun way to get fit and
work on ski technique.
Donnie Blunden
Leslie Glaysher
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TRAINING
psychology
SETTINGand
ATTAINING
Goals
you wanted.
DREAMING IS GOOD
Whenever I talk about goals to my younger athletes
(i.e. 11-12 year olds) I always ask them what their
dream goal is. Dreaming is good. Dreams are
where we would like to end up (i.e. a world cup
skier, a Level 4 ski examiner) and goals are HOW
we get there.
Goals are what motivate the human being to get to
where they want. Sometimes our dreams become
our reality, and the reason being so is that you set
your goals to follow your dreams.
So the first question I will ask you is write down
what is your dream? Write down your answer. What
would be your dream goal to attain in skiing? The
goals you set yourself should make you happy,
make you feel excited. If you are not excited about
your goals, then why set them? You can have one
goal or several goal, so long as the goal(s) can be
reached in a realistic time-frame. What is it that
you want to achieve? Is it realistic? Do you think
you have the ability to achieve what you want to
attain?
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will lead.
need to do?
out.
know
exactly
what
they
want.
SUMMING IT UP
AN EXAMPLE OF GOAL
SETTING
contact me.
Heidi Malo
CSIA 3, CSCF 2
heidimalo@gmail.com
monthly/weekly/daily
goals.
Measure
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DEEP
THOUGHTS
THROUGH
Run
(not TO)
young
sprinters,
and
how
by Dr
enough!)
Ken
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by Ken Paynter
Level 1 Technical Coordinator
British Columbia
TRAINING
Ski Teaching
A SKI LESSON
by RALPH | FORSYTH
Sun Tzu
suggests
five
critical
coherence.
understanding,
interests,
and
expectations
equipment)
and
safety
the
of
from
their
now
lofty
perspective,
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raised bar.
BC Region
&
Ignition Day
AGM
in REVIEW
IGNITION DAYS
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BC Region
NORTHERN
Festival
by
Brent | BRAATEN
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2012
in REVIEW
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CSIA BC
Women Only
2012 WORKSHOP
in REVIEW
by Kim | FOURNEL
velvet
carpets
with
dusting
of
experimentation
beyond
personal
their peers.
Kim Fournel
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