Ski tutorials

Free how to ski video tutorials where I share some of my best ski tips, tricks and exercises to inspire and help you become a better skier. Please enjoy! We are currently working on more ski tutorials, so stay tuned.

 

All levels

SKIING THE STEEPS // Simple mind trick to make it easier

Use this simple mind trick to make it much easier to ski the steeps.

Photo and video credit from Eksperten (the steep slope): Ola Matsson

Why you should balance on your outside ski

Balance on your outside ski is very important. Here are two reasons why – and an exercise you can try to feel for yourself what works the best.

HOW TO SKI | Get back to your best skiing fast

Use these ski tips and exercises to get back to your highest level and beyond, when you haven’t been skiing for a while!

How to maintain balance on skis

In this how to ski video I show you the basic skiing stance and share 3 of my favourite tips and exercises for maintaining balance on skis when you start turning. These tips apply for both beginner skiers, intermediate skiers, advanced skiers and expert skiers. Enjoy!

Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud

 

Expert

Become a better skier with THE DOUBLE TURN (Exercises and variations)

The Double Turn is a great skiing exercise for expert skiers who want to improve their edging and releasing skills to become a better skier. Enjoy!

Improve your skiing with THE POLE PLANT (Types and Styles)

A pole plant is not just a pole plant! In this video I share some of my favourite types and styles of pole planting, so you can try them out in your own skiing. Enjoy!

How to ski on one ski – The Ultimate Balance Exercise

Skiing on one ski might be the best balance exercises for expert skiers. And it has a lot of wow factor! In this video I will help you learn to ski on one ski.

Next level moves on one ski

If you are confident making short turns on one ski, here are a few moves you can challenge yourself with!

How to ski on leaves

In November 2019 we went on a quest to see how it would be to ski on leaves. It turned out to be much more than a spectacular stunt. Check out the video to see some awesome skiing in a Danish forest without snow, and get some basic tips on how to ski on leaves.

Music: Sappheiros - Moments

 

Advanced

How to do The Basic Pole Plant in Skiing

The pole plant in skiing can help you improve for a variety of reasons. It will help support your balance, build a good coordination between upper and lower body and it will help create a nice rhythm, that will make it even easier to start the next turn.

How to do Whirlybirds on skis

The Whirlybird is a fun move that looks cool and practices a variety of skiing skills. Get my best tips, so you can do it too.

 

Intermediate

How to do the Hockey Stop on Skis (WITH BONUS TIP!)

The Hockey Stop on skis is an awesome move, that will allow you to stop with parallel skis whenever you want. In this video I share some of my favorite tips and exercises to help you achieve The Hockey Stop. Music: Endless Dreams by ASHUTOSH https://soundcloud.com/grandakt

Parallel skiing is a great milestone when you first learn how to ski. When you are able to keep your skis parallel, you are no longer a beginner skier, but h...

Two Keys to Parallel Skiing

In this video, I share two effective keys to achieve a more parallel position on your skis. Each key is presented with a step-by-step progression, so you can learn these parallel skiing skills fast.


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Beginner

How to Put on Your Skis

In this video I will share with you how to put on and take your skis off easily. I also give you some tips for how to best do it if you have snow under your boot or you are standing on a slope. Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud

Best tips for your first day on skis

In this how to ski video I am sharing my best tips for your first day on skis. This is the how to ski basics. If you are a total beginner on skis you should not go directly to the top of the slope. Instead I suggest you practice and learn the right ski movements on the flat to begin with. Enjoy!

Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud

Your first time on a ski slope (HOW TO STOP ON SKIS FOR BEGINNERS)

After you have practiced the basic movements you are ready to ski on the slope. I suggest you start out by walking up and, so you can decide how far you want to ski down. Skiing down you can control your speed with the snow plough position, you practiced on the flat. Enjoy! Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud

 

dry land training

Improve Your Skiing with Dry Land Training (3 IMPORTANT Skills)

In this video I share with you how you can achieve stronger moves in your skiing, better balance on your outside ski, better separation between your upper body – including the pelvis – and your legs, which are all essential components to good skiing.

Ski fit in 15 minutes // Advanced workout #2 | Skiing preparation

Try this work out and it will:

  • Put a smile on your face and make your day better

  • Take you one step closer to a great skiing physique

SKI FIT IN 15 MINUTES // BEGINNER WORKOUT #2 | Easy dry land exercises

Just follow along and enjoy these easy and fun beginner exercises.

SKI FIT IN 15 MINUTES // Beginner workout #1 | Dry land training for skiing

This beginner friendly workout we have made it easy for you to get in shape for skiing. Just push play and follow along! If you are advanced, we suggest you use this workout as warm up for weight training or more difficult bodyweight exercises.

Ski fit in 15 minutes // Intermediate workout #1 | Conditioning for skiing

A great intermediate follow along bodyweight workout with ski specific exercises. Give it a go and kick start your physical shape for skiing!

SKI FIT In 15 MINUTES // ADVANCED WORKOUT #1 | TRAINING FOR SKIING

A ski specific follow workout that target relevant muscles for skiing and develops your balance and endurance. Push play, hop along and get ready for skiing!

ski fit in 15 minutes // expert workout #1 | exercises for skiing

This workout is for people already in good shape who wants inspiration and a series of ski specific exercises in a short time. Come join me in one of my go to workouts for myself!

 

Collaboration with Carv

Ski With Balance | 3 powerful drills to give you more control on snow with @InspirationalSkiing

Never skip arm day! If you use your arms correctly you will prevent balance disturbance and get better balance in return.

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How to Ski With Control | Improve your stance and Carv scores with @InspirationalSkiing

Ski with more control by manage the pressure under your foot through the turn.

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Golden Carving Long Turns course

Have you ever dreamt on being able to do smooth long carving turns with high edge angles and your hip close to the snow? We have collaborated with top demo skier Jakob Skov to help you learn the skills needed to ski like that.

 

How to ski guides – transform your skiing to the next level

The free ski tutorials / how to ski videos on this page give you some awesome and helpful knowledge, you can apply to your own skiing, right away. If you are looking for a more in depth and structured program to take your skiing to the next level, you should definitely check out our How to ski guides.

 

Get a FREE mini guide!

This guide offers a FREE taste of the experience with our how to ski guides. What you will get:

  • An introduction to the The Basic Position for optimal balance

  • The basics of why and how to balance on the outside ski

  • A bunch of actionable balance tips and exercises for all levels