These are the notes I put together getting ready for my PSIA full certification test. These notes are not intend to be of much use to anyone other than ski instructors getting ready for their PSIA testing. Quality of movements in terms of D.A.D.I.T .
Inefficient movements can result from fear and poor skiing habits.
Inefficient movements in any terrain will causes the skier work harder and even to loose balance in all types of terrain. See common threads bellow. Failure to exhibit a common thread at the intermediate level will inhibit advancement to higher skill. Time must be spent addressing common threads on terrain the skier is comfortable with before tackling more challenging situations. Lateral learning involves intentional deviation from the centerline for the purpose of targeting a specific fundamental skill.