AY Honors/Snowboarding/Requirements
Skill Level
2
Year
2019
Version
22.12.2024
Approval authority
South Pacific Division
1. In a few words describe the meaning of the term "Snowboarding."
2. Define and explain each level of the Ski Trail Difficulty Ratings where you are to snowboard; for example Australia, New Zealand and North America:
- a. Green Circle
- b. Blue Square
- c. Black Diamond
- d. Double Black Diamond
- e. Variations
- f. Terrain Parks
3. List and explain the Australian Alpine Responsibility Code (or equivalent) and demonstrate your observance of the code throughout Requirements 7 and 8.
4. Define the following snowboarding terms:
- a. Piste
- b. Off-piste
- c. Stances – Regular and Goofy
- d. Toeside
- e. Heelside
- f. Switch
5. Briefly describe the following essential equipment for snowboarding and how to keep it in good conditionː
- a. Snowboard
- b. Bindings
- c. Snowboard boots
- d. Helmet
- e. Wrist guards
- f. Skin and eye protection
- g. Appropriate clothing, including layering
6. Memorise one Bible passage that mentions the word "snow." In a few words, comment on what the passage means to you.
7. Know and demonstrate how to safely load and unload on a chairlift.
8. Demonstrate your ability to snowboard, in good form, on numerous intermediate-graded slopes. Show competency in:
- a. Traversing using both heelside and toeside.
- b. Changing directions while riding.
- c. Confidently coming to a stop.
