What to expect on this APUL preparatory camp?
The following document is an essential source of information about the Preparatory camp for the course APUL Skiing C. After reading this document, you should have an overview of the concept, content and structure of this preparatory camp. But once you will not find answers to all your questions in the following document, do not hesitate to contact us.
We are looking forward to see you on the slope.
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What type of course is it?
This preparatory camp is an additional educational product in the APUL skiing course offer. It is organised in the scope of 2 days in Austria or 1 day in the Czech Republic. It is open to skiers over 17 years of age who have successfully completed the APUL Skiing D course (or a recognised equivalent). The preparatory camp does not end with an exam and its output is a personalised feedback and recommendations for further training by the course lecturer.
What to expect on the course?
At the preparatory camp for the APUL Skiing C course we extend, repeat and consolidate the skills and competences acquired at the APUL Skiing D course. The aim of the course is to prepare you for the most successful completion of the APUL Skiing C course. The emphasis is on all three core areas of the APUL concept and the skills associated with them. Education and learning tools, analytical skills and skiing technique. We focus on interacting with more advanced skiers of all ages with an emphasis on private lessons. Throughout the course there is a strong emphasis on personal improvement of parallel skiing technique. Candidates are prepared throughout the course for a deeper understanding of the APUL technical concept and how it connects to skiing skills.
What are the entry criteria?
- Applicant must be at least 17 years old on the opening day of the course.
- Be a holder of APUL Skiing D (or equivalent).
- Be a member of APUL (paid membership fee).
- Some ski instructor´s work experience.
What is the daily program? (course structure)
The course content is divided into a practical part on the slope and a theoretical part in the form of lectures and workshops. The daily programme will be adapted to the weather, local and snow conditions. Adjustments to the course programme are the responsibility of the course leader.
| 9:00 - 12:00 | lunch | 13:00 - 16:00 | 17:00 - 19:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Arrival at the course location and start of the camp. | |||
| Day 1 | Skiing training, teaching and analysis APUL. | Skiing training, teaching and analysis APUL. | Workshops | |
| Day 2 | Skiing training, teaching and analysis APUL. | Course evaluation, feedback, recommendations. |
Profile of the preparatory camp graduate
A successful camp graduate will be prepared in the field of:
- teaching more advanced skiers
- parallel skiing techniques
- teaching private and group lessons for more advanced skiers
- entering the follow-up course APUL Skiing C
How does the exam work?
The preparatory camp does not include any exam, only evaluation, reflection and feedback.
What necessary equipment to bring?
- Adequate ski equipment. Appropriate size ski boots. We recommend serviced versatile ski with a radius of 14-18 m.
- Ski helmet as part of the basic equipment of each APUL instructor.
- Waterproof and warm clothing. We will spend min. 5 hours a day outside.
- Ski and sunglasses, gloves, sunscreen.
- Money for ski pass (significant discount will be arranged).
- Money for breakfast, lunch and dinner (or self-catering).
- Notepad and pen for making notes and information from workshops.
Sources of information and recommended literature
Basic and recommended sources of information are:
- SNOWSPORT Manual – Blue book
- notes from the course APUL Skiing D
- Youtube channel APUL
- materials of other world educational associations in the field of snowsports
- own ski instructor experience
We look forward to meet you at APUL events.
APUL Methodological Committee