PSIA (Professional Ski Instructor Association) Clinics for 2025
Wed, Nov 27, 2024 - By Amy Powell
It is that time of year where like-minded, winter-stoked, Nords come together for some great teaching, sharing ideas, having fun on snow, and getting ready for the season!
Cross country skiing makes us feel youthful, gets us outdoors in the winter while we enjoy the elements and beauty of nature while gliding on skis. Make time to attend a PSIA clinic whether it is to race faster, ski better, teach others, or have more fun. Get feedback on your personal skiing while learning the fundamentals and teaching skills that support a positive learning experience.
PSIA has a clinic for everyone! It will equip you with the resources and knowledge to enhance your personal skiing and teaching skills.
PSIA Clinic Schedule
December 14, 2024 (9am-3pm): Forbush Corners, Frederic, MI*
On Saturday, December 14th, from 9am to 3pm, Amy Powell will lead a PSIA Education Clinic at Forbush Corner Nordic. This clinic is perfect for those seeking Continuing Education Units (CEUs), preparing for a Level 1 certification, looking to enhance their skiing skills, or volunteer instructors who want to expand their teaching techniques.
This is a once day clinic open to any PSIA member or non-member. If you are considering going for your Level 1, it is a great prep clinic, or need CEUs for your current certification or just a time to come together as fellow ski instructors and collaborate and share new ideas, or simply want to improve your personal skiing!
January 5, 2025: On-snow portion of Hybrid PSIA Clinic during MNR at Forbush Corners, Frederic, MI*
Amy will also be administering a PSIA XC Level 1 & 2 exam on Sunday, January 5th, as part of the Midwest Nordic Rendezvous at Forbush Corner Nordic. This will be followed by a mandatory two-hour virtual session on the evening of January 8th.
January 8, 2025 (7pm-9pm): Virtual Hybrid Clinic
This is a mandatory two-hour virtual session for PSIA XC Level 1 & Level 2 qualification.
March 1 & 2, 2025: Nubs Nub, Harbor Springs, MI
Another two-day PSIA XC Level 1 & 2 exam will take place on March 1st and 2nd at Nubs Nob. Details have not been finalized at this time.
Note: You must complete virtual class, workbook, and on snow portion of the clinic to be eligible for certification
*Note: Participation in events like these held at Forbush Corner Nordic will require the participant to purchase a trail pass or have a season pass at Forbush Corner Nordic in addition to any fees charged for the course.
XC ski instruction and coaching continue to evolve and PSIA can equip you with the resources and knowledge to enhance your teaching skills. It is a wonderful opportunity in the early season to enrich your teaching and technical skills. This clinic will explore the cross-country skiing fundamentals with movement analysis through a hybrid model. A collaborative-virtual clinic will take place in the evening following the on-snow portion of the clinic. The virtual class will discuss the Learning Connection Model, Teaching, and Technical Model developed by PSIA, as well as provide opportunities for movement analysis.
Next Steps:
- Register as a PSIA Member first (with many perks!) https://www.thesnowpros.org/membership/
- Register for the PSIA-C Clinic at www.psia-c.org (go to event calendar, select Cross Country)
Early Registration is recommended. Space may be limited.
Please check e-mail frequently for possible schedule changes and current ski conditions.
For further information, questions, and to register contact Amy Powell [email protected]
Further information can also be found https://forbushcorner.com/psiaWorkshop.html
