WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT
Winter Week is an exciting lineup of full-day professional development sessions for members working in the resorts across Australia! There is a range of topics on offer that develop your skills in all aspects of snowsports instruction. The interesting array of topics are led by APSI Trainers who are passionate about the particular topic they are leading and excited to share knowledge with you. Grab a friend and choose a topic you'd like to focus on. You can book one, or multiple days and each day counts as an update for your certification.
Don't miss this great opportunity to spend the full day skiing/riding with the APSI's best trainers to expand your teaching toolbox and improve your technique!
TOPICS & LOCATIONS
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12 AUG: 'Turn Transition to Improve Performance' with Cameron Wallace (Alpine)
13 AUG: 'Biomechanics/Anatomy of Separation' with Ryan Kerr (Alpine)
14 AUG: 'Video Session with Feedback and MA Training' with Ashley Thomas (Alpine)
14 AUG: 'Telemark Improvement Day' with Ben Jackson (Telemark)
15 AUG: 'Off-Piste and Bump Session' with Marty Firle (Alpine)
16 AUG: 'Level 4 Riding Task Training' with Kylie Dwyer (Snowboard)
12 AUG: 'Mogul Camp' with Ben Chapman (Alpine)
12 AUG: 'Level 3 Riding Task Training' with Damien James (Snowboard)
13 AUG: 'Women's Freeski Camp' with Angela Pope (Alpine)
13 AUG: 'Freeski Camp' with Cameron Wallace (Alpine)
14 AUG: 'Practical Application of Learning Phases in Teaching' with Nick Jones (Alpine)
15 AUG: 'Short Turn Camp' with Paul Lorenz (Alpine)
15 AUG: 'Short & Medium Turn Clinic' with James Crompton (Alpine)
16 AUG: 'Demonstrations and MA Training' with Matt Smith (Alpine)
12 AUG: 'Introduction to Freestyle and Coaching Tactics' with James La Salle (Snowboard)
14 AUG: 'Freeski Terrain & Tactics' with Scott Birrell (Alpine)
16 AUG: 'Demonstration Training' with Jeremy O'Sullivan (Alpine)
13 AUG: 'Off-Piste and Bumps' with Duane Dinham (Alpine)
14 AUG: 'Telemark Improvement Afternoon' with Chris Lewczynski (Telemark) - HALF DAY
12 AUG: 'Race Camp' with Duane Dinham (Alpine)
13 AUG: 'Mixed Performance Short Turns' with Tom Langtry (Alpine)
16 AUG: 'Biomechanics/Anatomy of Separation' with Ryan Kerr (Alpine)
16 AUG: 'Women's Freeski Camp' with Danielle Brooke (Alpine)
THERE ARE ONLY 8 SPOTS ON EACH WINTER WEEK EVENT
If these events don't reach minimum numbers 7 days prior, then they will be cancelled.
PRICING & HOW TO BOOK
All Winter Week events are $173 for the full day of training and are packaged with 1 year membership. If you already have 2024 membership ($190) then this will be deducted from the total at checkout.
Please use the Event Calendar to book the Winter Week event that interests you. Click on the event and this will add it to your cart ready for payment.
PLEASE NOTE
THREDBO
TURN TRANSITION TO IMPROVE PERFORMANCE
Monday 12 August | Cameron Wallace | Alpine
Join APSI Trainer, Cameron Wallace, for a day of training focusing on turn transition and how it affects skill blending and ski performance. Cam will then build on your understanding of turn transition to develop your high-level skiing.
This training will not only improve your skiing, but it will also develop a better understanding of turn mechanics to assist your teaching. Don't miss this opportunity to train with and learn from one of the best!
BIOMECHANICS & ANATOMY OF SEPARATION
Tuesday 13 August | Ryan Kerr | Alpine
Join APSI Trainer, and qualified physiotherapist, Ryan Kerr, for a day of training with specific focus on the biomechanics involved with various aspects of skiing. Ryan will also go into detail on the anatomy of separation and how this differs as performance increases.
The session will commence indoors to develop an understanding of the body and how it moves in relation to skiing, before heading on-snow to implement the concepts discussed into your skiing. This training day will not only improve your skiing but will also develop a better understanding of how to ski and how to teach.
Please note: indoor shoes/sneakers will also be required for this training day.
VIDEO FEEDBACK WITH MOVEMENT ANALYSIS TRAINING
Wednesday 14 August | Ash Thomas | Alpine
Join APSI Trainer Ash Thomas, for this unique experience combining personalised feedback with advanced Movement Analysis training.
Experience personalised video feedback to rapidly improve various aspects of your skiing. While using the video to highlight feedback, Ash will also guide you through how he analyses high-performance skiing. Whether you're training for the level 2, or working towards the level 4, this day is sure to improve your skiing and MA skills.
Limited slots available! Reserve your spot today.
TELEMARK IMPROVEMENT DAY
Wednesday 14 August | Ben Jackson | Telemark
Join APSI Telemark Technical Director, Ben Jackson, for an exhilarating Telemark training camp! Dive into a session designed to blend skill improvement with pure enjoyment on the slopes. Ben's expertise will elevate your Telemark skiing as you explore new techniques and refine your style.
This session promises to enhance your agility and confidence on Telemark skis.
OFF-PISTE & BUMPS CAMP
Thursday 15 August | Marty Firle | Alpine
Ready to conquer the off-piste? Join Marty's off-piste and bumps camp for an exhilarating skiing experience! This camp is all about fun off-piste, where you'll receive personalised feedback to take your skills to new heights. Winter Sports Mogul Program Coach, Marty Firle, will guide you to understand the ideal line in the bumps, ensuring smooth navigation through challenging terrain.
Get ready to discuss line and absorption techniques, essential for maintaining balance and control in moguls. With Marty's guidance, you'll master these skills, boosting your confidence and performance on the slopes. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your off-piste and bump skiing and tackle all terrain with ease.
SNOWBOARD LEVEL 4 RIDING TASKS
Friday 16 August | Kylie Dwyer | Snowboard
Are you working towards the Snowboard level 4 Certification? If so, join Snowboard Technical Director, Kylie Dwyer, for a day spent developing your riding skills. This training will specifically focus on the riding components assessed at the level 4 exam. Kylie will share her extensive knowledge and expertise to improve your riding with a hands-on approach and personalised feedback.
Don't miss this opportunity to ride with Snowboard Technical Director, Kylie Dwyer and focus on your level 4 riding skills.
PERISHER
MOGULS & OFF-PISTE
Monday 12 August | Ben Chapman | Alpine
Improve your mogul skiing with Ben Chapman's Mogul Camp. Ben brings significant mogul coaching expertise to the table and will guide you through the intricacies of mogul lines, natural bumps and absorption techniques. With personalised coaching, you'll tackle challenging terrain with confidence.
The focus of this camp is to improve your range of absorption and increasing speed while maintaining control in bumps and off-piste. Ben's in-depth knowledge and hands-on approach will unlock your full potential and provide ongoing focus to continue your development through the season.
Embrace the thrill of skiing at the highest level with like-minded individuals, all eager to take their mogul skills to new heights. Whether you're training for the level 4, or just want to improve your technique, this camp is designed to push boundaries and foster growth.
Don't miss the chance to learn from the best! Join Ben Chapman's Mogul Camp and become a true mogul master.
SNOWBOARD LEVEL 3 RIDING TASKS
Monday 12 August | Damien James | Snowboard
Are you working towards the Snowboard level 3 Certification? If so, join Damien James, for a day spent developing your riding skills. This training will specifically focus on the riding components assessed at the level 3 exam. Damien will share his extensive knowledge and expertise to improve your riding with a hands-on approach and personalised feedback.
Don't miss this opportunity to ride with Damien James and focus on your level 3 riding skills.
FOR WOMEN: FREESKI CAMP
Tuesday 13 August | Angela Pope | Alpine
Join previous APSI National Team member, Alpine Technical Committee member and AWS Chair, Angela Pope's Women's Freeski Camp. This unique opportunity allows you to refine your technique in a fun, supportive, and empowering environment.
Ange brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. No matter your current instructing level, this clinic caters to all women. Ange's personalised coaching and insightful feedback will accelerate your growth, instilling a newfound confidence that will resonate in your skiing on the mountain.
FREESKI CAMP
Tuesday 13 August | Cameron Wallace | Alpine
Join Cameron Wallace on an exciting freeski training camp! Develop your skills with expert coaching in a supportive environment. This opportunity combines fun and education to hone your freeski technique.
Whether you hold the level 1 or you're training for the level 4, this camp promises unforgettable experiences and a great opportunity to improve.
PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF LEARNING PHASES IN TEACHING
Wednesday 14 August | Nick Jones | Alpine
Join Nick Jones in an immersive training session dedicated to mastering the phases of learning. Discover how cognitive, associative, and autonomous stages impact skill development. Learn practical strategies to scaffold learning effectively and apply deliberate practice techniques.
Whether you're a coach, educator, or learner, this session promises valuable insights into optimising skill acquisition. Gain tools to tailor your teaching approach, enhance feedback mechanisms, and accelerate learning outcomes. Don't miss this opportunity to develop your understanding and transform your teaching methods.
SHORT & MEDIUM TURN CLINIC
Thursday 15 August | James Crompton | Alpine
Join former APSI National Team member, James Crompton, and improve your short and medium turn game! James will work on the fundamental turn mechanics to develop your knowledge and improve your technique. The insights shared in this clinic will also add to your teaching toolbox and improve your teaching.
Whether you're level 1, or training for the level 4, this clinic is sure to improve your skiing!
SHORT TURN CAMP
Thursday 15 August | Paul Lorenz | Alpine
Join APSI National Team Head Coach, Paul Lorenz, on the Short Turn Camp! This camp is tailored to instructors seeking to elevate their short turn technique and short turn teaching abilities. With a comprehensive focus on short turn mechanics and skier improvement, participants will engage in specialised short turn exercises designed to hone their skills and deepen their understanding. The camp's dynamic approach includes hands-on instruction, personalised feedback, and video analysis, ensuring participants grasp the nuances of this short turn technique.
DEMONSTRATIONS AND MA TRAINING
Friday 16 August | Matt Smith | Alpine
This clinic will focus on basic christie, wedeln and parallel demonstrations during the morning. Alpine Technical Committee member, Matt Smith, will provide plenty of opportunity to practice while receiving individualised feedback. Various drills and activities will be incorporated to address specific issues with skills, basic position, turn shape, performance and transition. Through repetition and progressive challenges, Matt will improve your technique.
In the afternoon, Matt will lead an MA session that will assist with your analysis of intermediate and advanced skiers. Matt will highlight visual indicators to determine the weakest skill and share his methods to address these skill deficiencies.
MT. BULLER
FREESKI TERRAIN & TACTICS
Monday 12 August | Scott Birrell | Alpine
Ready to conquer the off-piste? Join Scott's off-piste and bump camp for an exhilarating skiing experience! This camp is all about fun off-piste, where you'll receive personalised feedback to take your skills to new heights. APSI Trainer, Scott Birrell, will guide you through a range of tactics and techniques, ensuring smooth navigation through challenging terrain.
Don't miss this opportunity to improve your off-piste skiing and tackle all terrain with ease.
INTRO TO FREESTYLE SKILLS & COACHING TACTICS
Monday 12 August | James La Salle | Snowboard
Up your snowboarding game with James La Salle’s freestyle training day! James will delve into essential freestyle fundamentals, equipping you not only to excel in the park but also to enhance your coaching abilities on terrain park features. Whether you're honing your spins, grabs, or perfecting your rails, this session is tailored to build confidence and achieve new heights.
Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!
DEMONSTRATION TRAINING
Friday 16 August | Jeremy O'Sullivan | Alpine
Join Jeremy O'Sullivan, former APSI National Team member, for a fun day of training! Dive into demonstrations tailored to levels 2, 3 & 4. Then integrate these fundamentals directly into your freeskiing.
Don't miss this opportunity to refine your demo technique under the guidance of one of the industry's best Trainers. Whether you're training for an exam, or just want to develop your demos and to improve your teaching, Jeremy's insights and hands-on approach promise to improve your fundamentals.
MT. HOTHAM
OFF-PISTE & BUMPS
Tuesday 13 August | Duane Dinham | Alpine
Join Duane Dinham and refine your skills in varying off-piste terrain and moguls. Duane brings considerable expertise to the table and will guide you through varying terrain, mogul lines, natural bumps and absorption techniques. With personalised coaching, you'll tackle challenging terrain and bumps with confidence.
The focus of this camp is on improving your range of absorption and increasing speed while maintaining control in bumps and off-piste. Duane's in-depth knowledge and hands-on approach will unlock your full potential and provide ongoing focus to continue your development through the season.
Embrace the thrill of skiing at the highest level with like-minded individuals, all eager to take their moguls and off-piste skills to new heights. Whether you're training for the level 4, or just want to improve your technique, this camp is designed to push boundaries and foster growth.
Don't miss the chance to learn from the best! Join Duane Dinham's Mogul Camp and become a true mogul master.
TELEMARK IMPROVEMENT 1/2 DAY (PM)
Wednesday 14 August | Chris Lewczynski | Telemark
Join former APSI National Team Members, Chris Lewczynski for an afternoon of Telemark improvement! Dive into a session designed to blend skill improvement with pure enjoyment on the slopes. Chris's expertise will elevate your Telemark skiing as you explore new techniques and refine your style.
This session starts at midday and promises to enhance your agility and confidence on Telemark skis.
FALLS CREEK
RACE CAMP
Monday 12 August | Duane Dinham | Alpine
Join Duane Dinham's Race Clinic and take your skiing skills to the next level! Elevate your performance with personalised coaching from Duane, ex alpine athlete and current APSI trainer. Whether you're a seasoned racer or getting in the gates for the first time, this clinic will focus on refining your line, mastering racing techniques, and unleashing your potential in the course.
Race with confidence, as Duane shares invaluable insights and strategies to shave seconds off your time. The clinic is perfect for intermediate and advanced skiers looking to push their boundaries and have fun in the course.
MIXED PERFORMANCE SHORT TURN CAMP
Tuesday 13 August | Tom Langtry | Alpine
Join Tom Langtry on this exciting short turn camp and improve your short turns and performance knowledge. Deep dive into each ski performance and develop an understanding of how mixing various performance in a single turn can produce positive outcomes.
Tom was the leader of the APSI National Team's 'Technical' working group in preparation for the 2023 Interski Congress and presented the concept of mixing performances at the highest level of our technical system. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from 3-time APSI National Team member, Alpine Technical Committee member and industry legend!
BIOMECHANICS & ANATOMY OF SEPARATION
Friday 16 August | Ryan Kerr | Alpine
Join APSI Trainer, and qualified physiotherapist, Ryan Kerr, for a day of training with specific focus on the biomechanics involved with various aspects of skiing. Ryan will also go into detail on the anatomy of separation and how this differs as performance increases.
The session will commence indoors to develop an understanding of the body and how it moves in relation to skiing, before heading on-snow to implement the concepts discussed into your skiing. This training day will not only improve your skiing but will also develop a better understanding of how to ski and how to teach.
Please note: indoor shoes/sneakers will also be required for this training day.
FOR WOMEN: BUILDING CONFIDENCE IN FREESKIING
Friday 16 August | Danielle Brooke | Alpine
Improve your skiing in Danielle Brooke's Confidence Building Clinic for women. This unique opportunity allows you to refine your technique in a fun, supportive, and empowering environment.
Danielle brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. No matter your current skill level, this clinic caters to all women. Danielle's personalised coaching and insightful feedback will accelerate your growth, instilling a newfound confidence that will resonate in your skiing on the mountain.
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