This question I throw out to the coaches, instructors and parents (though there is a reason I'm posting this in the race forum and not ski school): If I bring you a typical intermediate, ten year old on rental level skis (say Nordica FireArrow) or possibly a small multi-event ski, boots that are at least one finger too big, parents who are new to the sport and probably ski at the same level as the child, probably discovered NASTAR last season, how do you turn them into a ski racer? We will say that the parents/child have committed to a one or two-day program, and probably have a bit of sticker shock, though nothing is completely off the table. Getting a pair of new boots and 1-3 new/new to them pairs of skis isn't off the table, but it will be an unexpected expense. Where would you start? I will withhold my thoughts until later because I want some of your views and wisdom.
To get the ball rolling, some things to consider are equipment, dryland training, early season drills and progressions. If you want to go so far as specific equipment to get or avoid, specific drills, etc., go for it.
To get the ball rolling, some things to consider are equipment, dryland training, early season drills and progressions. If you want to go so far as specific equipment to get or avoid, specific drills, etc., go for it.