How to Evaluate Your Ski Instructor

Skiing nor ski lessons are inexpensive endeavor, so you need to make sure the instructor addresses and answers questions you may have.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Allow the instructor to greet you. The instructor should ask you what goals you have for the lesson and she/he should explain some basic goals for the class.

2. Ride the lift at least once with your instructor. This is the perfect time to chat and ask questions about what you're learning.

3. Ask questions when the need arises. Did the instructor attempt to answer the question?

4. Ask for demonstrations of verbal explanations. How do I make a better wedge? Where do I want to plant my pole?

5. Determine what you learned. Has you skiing improved?

6. Did you have a good time? It may be called ski "school" but it's supposed to be fun.

7. Let your instructor tell you what skills you need to work on and what you excelled at.

Tips & Warnings

• In general, ski instructors are not shy people, so ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask for directions, tips, advice beyond what has already been offered.
• If your skiing has improved, then you picked up at least a couple tips from the class.

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