Walk like a Duck

Goal

Arms and legs move smoothly and opposite. Ankle, knee, hip and torso align to the inside edge of the ski.

Helps when a skier stays centred between their skis during herringbone.

Details

The skier steps up a gentle slope on skis, alternating arms and legs. The skier maintains the ski tips quite wide apart (in a “V” shape), arms swing comfortably. Extra points for making a sound like a duck. Poles optional.

Manoeuvres

• Herringbone

Skill

• Balance 

• Coordination

• Propulsion

Note: Tasks can be adapted to different manoeuvres, skills, and skiers. Try them. Be creative.