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Monoskis are often used when people with spinal cord injuries learn to ski. Learn about skiing with spinal cord injuries with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video series.
There are 16 videos in this series:
A monoski is typically used for people to ski with when they have a disability. Learn about the basics of monoskiing with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
There are different sleds designed for different types of spinal cord injuries. Learn about the various ski sled models with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
A very important part of skiing with a spinal cord injury is having a positive attitude. Learn how to stay positive towards skiing with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Many people with spinal cord injuries expand their ability to enjoy life by getting on a mountain. Learn with tips for overcoming the mental challenge of disabled skiing from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Call around to resorts and ask if they have an adaptive sports program. Get tips for finding adaptive sports programs from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Ask the resort about documentation you need to fill out before skiing. Learn other questions to ask a resort from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
The cost of adaptive sports programs is expensive, but they are sponsorships available. Learn about adaptive sports program sponsorships with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
A high percent of ski equipment needed for those with spinal cord injuries is sponsored. Learn about getting paraplegic ski equipment with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Clothing for adaptive sports skiers is similar to an able body skier. Learn about paraplegic ski clothing with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Being harnessed in a monoski is important as to not fall out. Learn other safety tips for skiing with spinal cord injuries with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Warming up with upper body stretches is important when skiing with spinal cord injuries. Learn other skiing with spinal cord injuries warm ups exercises with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Start with the bunny slope when skiing with a spinal cord injury. Get tips for beginner skiing with spinal cord injuries from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Outriggers on a monoski are similar to poles. Learn other aspects of the monoski with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
The Yeti is one of the many models of monoskis. Learn about monoski models for lower and higher level injuries with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
The outrigger controls speed and helps with turning. Learn how to turn in a monoski with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Check local resorts for adaptive sports programs. Learn about finding adaptive sports programs with tips from an expert winter sports instructor in this free video.
Spinal cord injuries are devastating and have life lasting after effects. It does not have to end an active and fun life however. There are many activities available for those who have suffered a spinal cord injury. Depending on the severity, there are many activities like wheelchair basketball and skiing. Skiing can uplift the spirits just for the simple fact of being outdoors on a mountain surrounded by snow. It could be a very nice change of scenery for someone who is having a tough time dealing with their injury. In this free recreation video series, let an expert winter sports instructor show you how to get on a mountain and ski your way down. Learn how to adapt to skiing with a spinal cord injury as well as learning how to maintain a positive attitude and overcoming mental challenges. Next, our expert talks about finding places to ski, what to ask the resort, how much it can cost, and what equipment and clothing you will need. Finally get safety and warm up tips, head down the bunny slope, and learn how to turn. Spinal cord injuries are tough but get your spirit going with a trip to the great snowy outdoors.
Dave Schoeneck Dave Schoeneck has been a coach with adaptive winter sports for the past 25 years. Schoeneck has worked extensively with a wide variety of disabilities including quadriplegia, paraplegia, Downs syndrome and many others.dkdk
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