Geospace HAND-Z-BAR Kids Downhill Ski Trainer to Learn/Teach Beginner Alpine Skiing A teaching aid to help beginner skiers learn correct body positioning to stay balanced & upright. Safer & easier than ski poles for learners, Hand-Z-Bar teaches proper alignment that assist eventual introduction of poles. Designed and tested by certified ski instructors. For Ages 3 and up. A child's grip on the bar discourages arm flailing; keeps the hands forward & correctly separated. Its key purpose is to help beginner and novice skiers keep their hands out in front of their bodies - the most important part of a skier's stance.