Just a thought that I came up with prior to Sept. 11 when I obviously had too much time on my hands. Now, of course, security has eclipsed drugs as the number one priority for game organizers. The idea of actually being there has no appeal whatsoever. Burton has expanded its Learn to Ride program so everyone from little kids to the geriatric set can experience the fun of snowboarding. The core of the program is a lot more than just a really good snowboard instructor and small classes.
Technology plays a huge part.
Working with the American Association of Snowboard Instructors, Burton has developed LTR products specifically designed to teach students how to ride and achieve the goals of the program. Two innovative boards are designed to let riders carve as soon as possible. Newcomers are linking turns the first day and the number of falls are reduced. Just about every kid wants to learn to ride, but not with a bunch of old fogies, so Burton has created Kid s Method Centers, dedicated to providing a snowboarding experience for children 12 and under. The youngsters get trampoline training, balance boards, fingerboard parks and pipes all worked into the snowboard lesson to enhance the learning experience.