1:00 PM Adaptive Snowboard Basics This workshop will provide basic information for working with the adaptive snowboarder. Snowboard fitting, participant evaluation, and getting an in-depth look at the wide variety of adaptive snowboard tools in NEHSA’s fleet will all be covered here. (Skiers welcome too!) Email info@nehsa.org to sign up.
1:00 PM Learn How to Teach This information packed clinic is geared toward the newer volunteer instructor. You will hear an overview of all disciplines and disabilities that we see at NEHSA, how to perform simple athlete assessments, identify learning preferences and teaching styles, and explore effective communication techniques. We will explain what is expected […]
Tuesday, December 6th: On Snow/Dirt Intro to Snowshoeing: 9:00 AM -12:00 PM Only During this outdoor clinic, we will explore new equipment, go over sizing, and explore our local terrain at the mountain. This clinic will help determine routes used for the winter and familiarize volunteers with new gear. We will talk about the benefits […]
Ski Bike Ski Bikes are out and about at Mount Sunapee! Ski Bikes are a fantastic tool for a wide variety of our athletes. Learn the in's and out's of this new offering in our equipment line up and how to make a successful ski bike lesson. 10AM-12PM or 1:00PM-3:00PM at the NEHSA Lodge. Email […]
Teaching Stand-up Skiers Teaching successes happen because we know our athletes. In this clinic we will review the various disabilities we see with our stand-up skiers, physical and cognitive assessments, learning styles and teaching methods. The teaching progression, VI guiding techniques and appropriate adaptive assists will also be included. Insights and activities to make the […]
Intro to Sit Skiing If you are interested in exploring the sit-ski program at NEHSA, this clinic will introduce you to the equipment and discuss the benefits of each type (bi-ski, dual-ski, mono-ski) relative to specific disabilities. You will learn the skills needed to be a helpful assistant and the different techniques for coaching your […]
6:00 PM Volunteer 101 Are you new to NEHSA? This clinic is the place to start and learn all about being a NEHSA volunteer. You will learn what is expected from you on a day-to-day basis and how to be a part of the team. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS AND MUST BE […]
6:00 PM Volunteer 201 This season is going to be unlike any other! We've made some big updates in order to create a safe and fun season. This clinic will go over the changes regarding COVID-19, SafeSport Training, and Lodge Logistics for the upcoming winter season. THIS IS A REQUIREMENT FOR RETURNING VOLUNTEERS AND MUST […]
Movement Analysis In this clinic, you will investigate the common movement patterns for the beginner to intermediate skier. Join this active group while skiing to understand terminology, concepts, and movements of the skiing progression. Learn how to develop a critical eye while participating in various skiing exercises. Also practice setting plans for how and when […]
Tethering Bi-Ski This clinic is meant for those of you who have some experience behind the sit-ski and is designed to further your skill as a lead instructor. We will work on tethering techniques as well as in depth training to engage your participant by teaching them how to initiate turns and to use outriggers […]
Assisting Snowboarders Participation in NEHSA’s ski program is thriving, but our snowboarder population is growing too! In this clinic, NEHSA hopes to provide the opportunity for ski instructors and snowboard instructors to come together to provide the best snowboard experience possible for our athletes. This clinic will focus on everything from snowboard selection, to adaptive […]
Teaching with the Snow Slider In this clinic, you will view the basic physical evaluation of skiers who may use the slider and get hands on experience on how to properly set up this piece of equipment. You will also have the opportunity to practice skiing and tethering the slider while learning the teaching progressions […]
