Snowman Adventures
Snowman Adventures
Gulmarg is not just a destination; it's an emotion for winter sports enthusiasts. Known for hosting the world's second-highest cable car (Gulmarg Gondola), it offers access to Apharwat Peak at 3,980 meters. Whether you are a beginner looking to take your first steps on snow or an expert chasing powder, Gulmarg has it all.
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Arrive in Gulmarg. Meet your instructor. Introduction to ski equipment (boots, bindings, skis). Learn how to wear equipment and walk on snow.
Learn basic stance and balance. Practice straight line sliding on gentle slopes. Learn how to fall safely and get up.
Introduction to the Snowplough (Pizza) position for speed control and stopping. Practice shifting weight.
Learn to turn left and right using the snowplough technique. Practice on the beginner slopes.
Consolidate your skills. Instructor assessment. Course completion ceremony.
Assessment of basic skills. Refresher on snowplough turns. Introduction to Phase 1 slopes.
Transitioning from snowplough to parallel skiing. Stance correction and weight transfer drills.
Learning to control speed on slightly steeper terrain. Phase 1 exploration.
Introduction to pole usage for timing and balance. Linking turns with rhythm.
Skiing down from Phase 1 to Base. Endurance and technique refinement.
Warm-up on Phase 1. Assessment of edge control and parallel turns.
Engaging the edges. Pure carving turns vs skidded turns. Body angulation.
Managing speed while carving. Dynamic short turns vs long radius turns.
Introduction to deep snow techniques (conditions permitting). Safety briefing for backcountry.
Skiing from Phase 2 (Apharwat Peak). Challenging terrain and long descents.
