BASI. Alpine Level 2 Instructor. More About the Course BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SNOWSPORT INSTRUCTORS

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1 BASI Alpine Level 2 Instructor More About the Course BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF SNOWSPORT INSTRUCTORS Morlich House T The Square F Grantown-on-Spey E basi@basi.org.uk Morayshire PH26 3HG W basi.org.uk Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

2 Contents 1. Recommended Equipment Student Appraisal / Assessment Criteria Rating Scale / Delivery BASI Report Form Course Programme Customer Care Safety 12 Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

3 1. Recommended Equipment All students must provide their own equipment for the ski Instructor course. You will need skis that are suitable for all types of skiing as you will be required to perform at all speeds from Central Theme to fast turns on piste and everything in between. In general an alpine shaped (non-twin tip) all mountain type ski is recommended. Good fitting ski boots are essential and custom footbeds greatly increase the response from your equipment. Make sure you carry out a shell size check to make sure you are in the right size. With the inner taken out of the plastic shell, place your foot in the shell. Place your toes to the front and you should not have more than 1 to 2cm of space between the heel and the shell. As a snowsport Instructor you will be training in the mountain environment in all conditions. Please ensure that you have suitable clothing to keep you warm, dry and able to train whatever the conditions. Helmets are not compulsory. It is your individual choice whether to wear a helmet during training. Make sure you have suitable sunglasses, goggles and sun cream to keep you well protected, especially at high altitude. It is recommended that you ski without a rucksack to reach your best performance levels. Hydration is important so skiing with a water pack or waist bottle holder is acceptable. It is your responsibility to make sure that you have equipment suitable for the course you are attending. Further information about equipment can be found in the pre-course information document. Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

4 2. Student Appraisal Throughout each of the 10 days of the course the Trainer will monitor your participation and performance. They will provide frequent, ongoing information to each student on their strengths, areas for change and how to make these changes. During the course the Trainer and student formulate an ongoing action plan based on the student s participation. During the course the Trainer is assessing your competence to teach beginners & intermediates as an Instructor within marked and open runs and within the structure of a ski school. The written action plan provided by the Trainer at the end of the course aims to give students an agreed (between the Trainer and student) account of what students need to do to improve their performance and develop as a ski Instructor. Activity Technical Assessment Criteria Central Theme Perform all phases of CT on terrain appropriate to client needs. Piste Long Perform cleanly carved turns on a blue piste. Show a variety of turn radii. Use effective posture and balance. Piste Short Perform grippy, (from the fall line), round, symmetrical, short turns, in various corridors on a blue or easy red piste. Show the ability to maintain a constant speed. Use effective posture and balance. Variable Perform rounded, linked turns in a variety of conditions on a blue or red steepness slope. Show a variety of turn radii. Use effective posture and balance. You may have feedback and prompts from the Trainer. Steep Perform linked turns on a steep red or black piste. Show the ability to control speed safely. Use effective posture and balance. You may have feedback and prompts from the Trainer. Bumps Perform continuous linked, skidded turns in easy bumps. Show the ability to stay in a narrow corridor. Maintain a constant speed. Use effective posture and balance. You may have feedback and prompts from the Trainer. Activity Understanding The Central Theme Understanding Beyond the Central Theme Performance Analysis The Central Theme Performance Analysis Beyond the Central Theme Understanding Learning Teaching Assessment Criteria Describe the Central Theme in relation to the fundamental elements without reference written material Show a workable understanding of how the fundamental elements link to the strands Identify and evaluate major faults and provide effective solutions for the learner Develop a workable understanding of how the performance threads effect the development of the learner Recognise major faults and help provide effective solutions in all strands Develop a workable understanding of how the performance threads may affect the development of the learner Show a workable understanding of the TIED model and begin to use it Show a workable understanding of the skill acquisition model and an awareness of the implications for teachers and students of the different phases of learning Show a workable understanding of the teaching styles pre-discovery threshold and how they link to the phases of learning Be aware of the teaching styles beyond the discovery threshold Show a workable understanding of goal setting and the relevance to snowsport teaching Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

5 Enjoyment Communication Feedback Achieving the goals Structure and Content Reviewing Delivery Ensure that the principle of maximum class activity is employed during teaching sessions Sessions should result in a sense of achievement for the learners Show a workable understanding of the individual learners that results in all group members enjoying the session Be clear, concise and audible with your instructions Ensure that your message relates to the goals of your session Use different ways of communicating to attend to different types of learner (VAK) Listen to your learners and begin to respond appropriately Deliver feedback in a supportive, positive way Deliver feedback that is directly related to the task Help learners develop their awareness of intrinsic feedback as well as using extrinsic feedback Show an understanding of how the TIED model provides a feedback loop Show the ability to build the team Establish group and individual goals and deliver sessions that help achieve these objectives Tailor the session to the needs of the individuals in the group. Deliver planned sessions that flow from introduction through to conclusion Show some flexibility in adapting the lesson plan during the session Show the ability to summarise, ask basic questions and conclude during delivery of own lessons Safety Principles Show a comprehensive understanding of the Ski-way Code and of the FIS regulations People Equipment/Lifts Mountain Environment Demonstrate safe group management and injury prevention procedure Show an effective understanding of an emergency procedure Show a comprehensive understanding of how to keep groups members safe in relation to equipment and lifts Show a comprehensive understanding of how to keep groups members safe in relation to the mountain environment Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

6 3. Rating Scale In order to pass the course you will be required to achieve the above criteria, which will result in you receiving a 3 on the rating scale: 1. Not at the Level 2. Nearly at the Level 3. At the Level 4. Beyond the Level Delivery Each day will consist of: Five hours of on snow training Two hours of lectures, discussions, tutorials and video review One hour of study Finally Read the relevant sections of the BASI Manual. A course workbook will be provided at the start of the course. As on all BASI courses there is a full programme of training. It is your responsibility to adequately prepare yourself mentally and physically for this programme. The BASI Trainer delivering the course has a great deal of experience therefore use him / her as a valuable resource throughout the course. BASI is fundamentally about training. Be open to learning and making changes. Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

7 4. BASI Course Report Form The following is an example of part of the BASI Course Report Form that you receive at the conclusion of the course. The Trainer will complete all parts relating to the Level 2 Instructor module. In addition there is also a written action plan to help your further development after the course. This report will be published on-line and available in your member area on the basi website, usually available within 96hrs of the course end. BASI Course Report Form Assessed Activity Rating Technical Central Theme Piste Short Piste Short Variable Steep Bumps Teaching Understanding Understanding the Central Theme Understanding beyond the Central Theme Performance Analysis The Central Theme Performance Analysis Beyond the Central Theme Understanding Learning Delivery Enjoyment Communication Feedback Achieving the Goals Structure & Content Reviewing Safety Principles Equipment/Lifts Mountain Environment Professionalism Commitment & Involvement Poor Fair Good Excellent Customer Care Poor Fair Good Excellent Improvement throughout the course Poor Fair Good Excellent Appearance Poor Fair Good Excellent Attitude Poor Fair Good Excellent Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

8 5. Course Programme The Level 2 Instructor course has been designed to help you gain the skills and ability to teach people to ski on snow. You must have logged 35hrs teaching/snowsport School experience after completing the Level 1 qualification before you attend the course, this must be submitted to the office (see website for details ). The course is physically demanding, as you will spend two blocks of five days involved in lectures, self study, skiing and teaching. While it is not necessary to be an amazing athlete it does help to have a good level of personal fitness, which in turn helps to reduce fatigue and the potential for injury. In preparation for the course it is recommended that you revise the BASI manual especially sections relating to Central Theme, Fundamental Elements and the teaching tools already covered in Level 1. From your ski school experience it is valuable for you to create lesson plans for teaching the various stages of the Central Theme. You should also have spent time working on your action plan from the Level 1 course in order to prepare you for success at Level 2. If you are unsure if you are at the right level for this course you should check with a BASI Trainer. Our aim is to assist you to gain the maximum from the training. Your Trainer will act as your guide and mentor throughout the course. Elements of the course will be challenging and sometimes difficult. Nevertheless, please remember that you have a dedicated team supporting you and your success is our success. Enjoy your course! Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

9 Day On Snow (programme may change due to weather conditions) Off Snow Intro Trainer and students meet, get to know each other Course programme Course outcomes Use of this work book Preview day 1 on snow 1 Introduction to course / ice breaking & group bonding Review and on snow activities Exploration of the link between the Central Theme & Fundamentals Consolidate student understanding of the Fundamentals Begin to develop personal performance Link Central Theme and Fundamentals Be aware of teaching and learning Central Theme DVD Mountain Hazards Preview Day 2 2 The Central Theme Video session Specific strengths and weaknesses of individual students Performance analysis model Video session The structure of teaching Prepare teaching session Preview day 3 3 Perform teaching session Review and record teaching session Specific strengths and weaknesses of individual students Action pan teaching Perform in the strands Discuss strands beyond the CT Set up demo teams Performance profile web Preview day 4 4 Ski the Strands Review and record performance in strands Develop performance in the strands Skill acquisition and learning phases Specific strengths and weaknesses of individual students Introduction to teaching styles Video session Prepare teaching session for Day 5 5 Perform teaching session Review and record teaching session Focus on communication & feedback Discuss student use of communication & feedback Specific strengths and weaknesses of individual students Assessment sheet Level 2 Instructor Develop Pre-course in Information CT & strands June 2011 Action 9 planning for student practice

10 Day On Snow (programme may change due to weather conditions) Off Snow 6 Review individual students action points Review Strands & Central Theme Discuss & illustrate developmental activities Video session 7 Deliver Teaching session Focus on teaching children Specific strengths and weaknesses of individual students Develop CT & 5 Strand 8 Discuss & illustrate developmental activities Perform Strands & Central Theme Group Demo 9 Perform teaching session Focus on children Perform 5 Strands & Central Theme 10 Perform 5 Strands & Central Theme Inform student of individual results Review and record developmental activities Update performance web and technical action plan Linking teaching styles and the learner phases (CT as example) Prepare teaching session Preview Day 7 Review and record teaching session Relate teaching to criteria Written Paper Preview Day 8 Review performance and relate to the criteria Review and record developmental activities Explore teaching content (Leadership Styles, practice, structure) Prepare teaching session Preview Day 9 Review and record teaching session Be clear on the how performance relates to criteria Set action plan for tomorrow Preview Day 10 Update workbook Create long term action points Individual student debrief Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

11 6. Customer Care BASI s Goal: To Raise Awareness of the Importance of Providing Great Customer Care. How can you help? The primary method is by being a role model both during your training and in the work place. What outcomes are expected of you during your course? Customer care as such is not an element of the course that is assessed. However it is a vitally important part of being a good ski Instructor. Failure to grasp the importance of customer care will definitely limit your career. Ensure that you take a full involvement in discussion sessions that your Trainer facilitates. Instructor Level The challenges most likely to be met are teaching groups of children and adults up to intermediate levels. As Instructors you need efficient organisation and gaol setting, and where children are concerned the ability to set clear boundaries. You also need the ability to treat each individual as such, and at the same time create a team spirit. You need to know their names and how we can help them fulfil their short-term goals within the group setting. To provide great customer service in this situation the dominant principles are: Punctuality/Efficiency/Appearance Gain and maintain rapport Customer care and leadership issues when dealing with children and groups Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June

12 7. Safety As a Snowsport Instructor in the mountain environment you are required to be able to lead groups and teach them to be safe mountain users. As such you must know and follow the FIS Code of Conduct. At all times during the training course the safety of you, your team and your Trainer are paramount. Failure to do so may result in failing the course. Skiers and Snowboarders Code FIS Code of Conduct The FIS (International Ski Federation) has established 10 rules for the conduct of skiers and snowboarders. They are: Basic Rule 1. Do not endanger or prejudice others. Skiing/Riding Rules 2. Ski/Ride in control. Adapt your manner and speed to your ability and to the general conditions on the mountain. 3. The skier/rider in front has priority. Leave enough space. 4. Leave plenty of space when overtaking a slower skier/rider. 5. Look up and down the mountain each time before starting. Stopped/Climbing 6. Only stop at the edge of the piste or where you can easily be seen. 7. When climbing up or down, always keep to the side of the piste. Signs 8. Obey all signs and marks - they are for your safety. Action in Case of Accidents 9. Provide help and alert the rescue services. 10. All those persons involved in an accident, including witnesses, must exchange names and addresses. Rules Specific to Snowboarders 1. Always make sure the front leg is tethered to the board 2. Always check the slope before starting a turn but especially on the heel side. 3. Having the ability to ski doesn t mean you can snowboard. 4. Do not attempt this sport without qualified instruction. All the above rules are binding in law and apply to both skiers and snowboarders. Level 2 Instructor Pre-course Information June