After going on several ski trips, to WIndham Mountain your skill level will improve. There are many types of skiing other than the classic alpine, or downhill style, each requiring sharper abilities. If you want something to aspire to, learn more about the different moves professionals make in this guide.

A Guide to Different Styles of Skiing

1. Cross-Country

Looking to get an aerobic workout during your ski trip? Cross-country skiing is done on much flatter slopes than other styles, meaning you’ll mostly rely on your own movements to move forward. To do this, skiers climb the slopes rather than taking lifts, and have specialized bindings and boots that allow the heels to lift freely. Check Windham for availability.

2. Freestyle

Adventurous and free-spirited skiers might enjoy skiing freestyle, which combines smooth downhill sliding with terrain features. Freestyle skiers perform creative and flashy acrobatics to show off their skills. Today, some of these competitions are televised. Check-out the parks at Windham

3. Telemark

These skiers use special free-heel equipment to give them more flexibility. They use one foot in front of the other, the back one up, and turn with lunging motions that bend the front knee. This method was developed in Norway, which has a region of the same name.

4. Slalom

A discipline of alpine skiing, the goal of this style is to reach the bottom of the slope in the shortest time possible. To do this, athletes must carve sharp turns to pass obstacles on the way down the hill. This requires skill, experience, and a competitive attitude. Carving is key at Windham and with over 50 trails there is a lot to carve.

Aspiring to excel in skiing? Learn and practice on the ski trips sponsored by Urban Sherpa Travel  to Windham Mountain. Serving adventurous groups and individuals throughout New York and New Jersey, this charter service offers affordable ski trip packages for New York’s best slopes. No matter what your skill level is, you’ll have fun with their group and improve your moves. Take a look at their calendar online to browse upcoming ski trips, or call (917) 692-5222 to book a getaway today.