Executive Development Programme in Skiing: Steep Descent Mastery
-- viewing nowThe Executive Development Programme in Skiing: Steep Descent Mastery is a certificate course designed to enhance leadership and decision-making skills through the metaphor of skiing. This unique program uses skiing as a platform to teach essential skills such as risk management, adaptability, and strategic thinking.
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• Steep Descent Techniques: An in-depth exploration of advanced skiing methods designed for mastering steep descents, including proper body positioning, weight distribution, and pole planting.
• Mental Preparation: Strategies for building mental resilience and focus, overcoming fear, and maintaining confidence when tackling challenging slopes.
• Terrain Reading: Developing the ability to quickly analyze and interpret various skiing terrains, enabling participants to identify the best lines and avoid potential hazards.
• Equipment Optimization: A comprehensive guide to selecting, fitting, and maintaining ski gear for optimal performance during steep descents.
• Advanced Turning Techniques: Mastering various turn styles, such as parallel, stem christie, and powder turns, to maintain control and speed during steep descents.
• Fall Prevention & Recovery: Techniques to minimize the risk of falling and strategies for safely recovering when falls occur.
• Avalanche Safety & Emergency Protocols: Understanding avalanche risks, utilizing safety equipment, and implementing emergency response plans in backcountry skiing scenarios.
• Physical Conditioning: A targeted fitness program focusing on core strength, balance, flexibility, and endurance to enhance steep descent mastery.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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