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NASTC SQUAW VALLEY ALL CONDITIONS/ALL TERRAIN
What separates great skiers from good skiers is versatility- being able to adapt your sking to the changing conditions and different types of terrain. NASTC's All Conditions/All Terrain clinic at Squaw Valley is an ideal course to help skiers push past their individual plateaus and master more of the mountain. This course will help skiers ski different types of terrain and conditions with better precision. Squaw Valley is famous worldwide for the caliber of terrain it holds. Within Squaw Valley's 4,000 skiable acres there are long consistent groomed runs, beginner bump runs, advanced bump runs, wide tree runs and tight tree runs, there are plenty of chutes, cornices and steep faces to test your mettle against. Squaw Valley has been breeding great skiers ever since it opened its orders and it is home ot many Olympic athletes, X-Games champions, and professional skiers. With such a reputation, it's easy to get intimidated, but with NASTC as your guide, you will feel right at home. Although the biggest highlight at Squaw Valley is the skiing, the resort also has a deluxe base village with lots of great shops, restaurants and bars. Stop by the Blue Coyote or Le Chamois the locals' hot spot for apres ski snacks and beverages. Hang out a little longer and have dinner at Mamasake Sushi or Twenty Two Bistro. While you are with us, NASTC's excellent team of coaches will make sure you have a great time and meet your skiing goals too! Trip dates: February 5-7, 2011 Price: TBA Includes: lift tickets, instruction with video reviews & tech talks, and 1 dinner Levels: 6-9 Equipment Suggestions: All mountain or carving ski Lodging suggestion: Cedar House Sport Hotel 530-582-5655 Mention that you are attending a NASTC course and you will recieve the preferred rate Ground Transportation: 4WD rental car or call the NASTC office for carpool opportunities
Sample Daily Schedule: 8:30am - Stretching and Warm-up (optional) 9:00am - Head out to the lift and begin your on-hill ski training. 12:30pm - Lunch 1:30pm - Back out for more on-hill training and video session 4:00pm - Cool down and wrap up 4:30pm - Video review and tech talk 6:30pm - Dinner
Testimonials: "At NASTC you will not only receive the best ski technique instruction but your equipment will be evaluated and you will be introduced to the physiological aspects of skiing. This holistic approach is important, for once you get your equipment and physiology dialed, and then you can focus on ski technique and break through to the next level" - Scott, CA "The group camaraderie is tremendous. Everyone is there for the same reasons, a passion for skiing and the desire to get better." -Claire, WA PACKING LIST: Alpine skis, boots, and poles Helmet (recommended, but not required) Several pairs of underwear & ski socks (wool/polypropylene blend or polypro socks best) Top and bottom long underwear (silk or polypro) 2-3 turtlenecks (polypro best) Fleece layer, top and bottom One or two pairs gortex or other water/wind proof material outer ski pants Gortex or other water/wind proof material ski jacket Spring and winter gloves (2 pair, waterproof) Warm hat, baseball cap, headband, facemask, and neck warmer Goggles and sunglasses w/leashes (2 pair goggles if you have them) Boot Dryer, Cat Tracks Evening clothes: pants, collared shirts, sweaters, shoes, sweats, slippers Toiletries, including sunscreen & chapstick with SPF, soap & shampoo, aspirin, body lotion All Optional: ski tuning equipment, day pack, water bottle, altimeter watch, camera, pen & notebook, alarm clock