Snowboarding
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IMPORTANT: The use of competent instructor(s) is strongly recommended.
1. In a few words describe the meaning of the term "Snowboarding."
2. Define and explain each level of the Ski Trail Difficulty Ratings where you are to snowboard; for example Australia, New Zealand and North America:
a. Green Circle
b. Blue Square
c. Black Diamond
d. Double Black Diamond
e. Variations
f. Terrain Parks
3. List and explain the Australian Alpine Responsibility Code (or equivalent) and demonstrate your observance of the code throughout Requirements 7 and 8.
4. Define the following snowboarding terms:
a. Piste
b. Off-piste
c. Stances – Regular and Goofy
d. Toeside
e. Heelside
f. Switch
5. Briefly describe the following essential equipment for snowboarding and how to keep it in good conditionː
a. Snowboard
b. Bindings
c. Snowboard boots
d. Helmet
e. Wrist guards
f. Skin and eye protection
g. Appropriate clothing, including layering
7. Know and demonstrate how to safely load and unload on a chairlift.
8. Demonstrate your ability to snowboard, in good form, on numerous intermediate-graded slopes. Show competency in:
a. Traversing using both heelside and toeside.
b. Changing directions while riding.
c. Confidently coming to a stop.
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