Arc'teryx Academy: Introduction to freeride snowboarding
Focus on foundational skills, including basic techniques, and safety knowledge. Participants will learn to navigate off-piste slopes in varying snow conditions in a safe and controlled manner
Date
Location
Kandaharweg 2
6580 St. Anton am Arlberg
Organizer
General information
Skill level : Beginners
Language : German / English
Day and time : Thu. 05 February 08:30
Duration : Full day
Group ratio : 4-5 participants per mountain guide:in
Frequency: Course takes place on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (booking required)
Learning objectives
Focus on basic techniques and safety on the mountain. Participants learn to move safely and in a controlled manner in unprepared terrain.
Equipment
Ski pass
Snowboard
Binding
Snowboard boots
Sufficiently warm clothing for a day on the mountain - temperatures below 0 °C are to be expected
Jacket, trousers, midlayer & Baselayer
Helmet
Gloves
Backpack* with:
Avalanche probe
LVS
Avalanche shovel (metal)*Avalanche airbag backpacks are recommended but not mandatory
Skill level
This course is aimed at participants who are going into unprepared terrain for the first or second time. The prerequisite is safe snowboarding on black slopes, with a focus on developing self-confidence and control. Steep slopes in unprepared terrain in different snow conditions will be covered.
Costs
€190**
**The ski pass is not included in the course price and must be purchased directly from the ski resort. We recommend doing this in advance to avoid queues.
