Evergreen's Ski Levels
Please take a moment to read through our levels and provide this for everyone taking a lesson. For Private Lessons this helps us choose the best instructor for your needs; and for Group Lessons this is important to help us group those of same ability.
If you are not sure of the level, please just give us a general idea. The more we know the better we can tailor instructors and groups (where applicable) to your needs.
Beginner:
Level 0: I have never skied before
It is my first time to try skiing
I need assistance with my equipment/rentals
I need to start from the very basics
...ready for Level 1
Novice:
Level 1: I am just learning to ski
I can stand up and balance on my skis
I am able to turn left and right
I am able to do a snowplow stop
. . . ready for Level 2
Level 2: I can turn both ways and stop
I can make turns in both directions on easy slopes
I am linking turns to control my speed
I am beginning to bring my skis parallel at the end of the turn
I can traverse across easy slopes
. . . ready for Level 3
Intermediate:
Level 3: I can consistently link snowplow turns and partial parallel turns
I can traverse across easy slopes on one ski and sideslip in control
I can skate on flat terrain and hockey stop on both sides
My skis are parallel throughout a turn on intermediate terrain
I am progressively increasing my speed
...ready for Level 4
Level 4: I am able to ski parallel turns with a pole plant on easy novice runs
I can make small, medium and long round turns on intermediate runs
I keep my balance and link turns on uneven terrain and powder
I am able to ski round turns on more difficult terrain
...ready for Level 5
Advanced:
Level 5: I am able to ski strong parallel turns on all intermediate runs
I enjoy skiing more difficult terrain, moguls and powder
I am able to carve long and short radius turns on intermediate runs
I am planting my poles with rhythm and timing
I am able to ski parallel turns in powder and deep snow
I can do basic parallel turns in the fall-line on steeper uneven slopes
...ready for Level 6
Level 6: I am a confident skier that enjoys a challenge in all types of terrain
I can carve long and short radius turns on advanced terrain
I can do advanced parallel turns in the fall-line in moguls
I can adapt to all types of terrain and snow conditions
