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Stöten Magazine

Common beginner mistakes on skis

Skiing is a great sport that can bring you lots of joy and excitement. However, as a beginner, it can be difficult to avoid the most common mistakes that can occur on the piste. In this article, we will identify and give advice on how to avoid these beginner mistakes on skis.

Choose the right ski length and technique

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When you are going to ski hire it is important to choose the right length of ski. If the skis are too short, it can be difficult to maintain balance and control speed. If the skis are too long, it can be difficult to turn and steer. Ask one of our experts to help you find the right ski length for you. Many beginners tend to lean forward too much when skiing. This can make steering difficult and increase the risk of falling. Therefore, use the right technique and make sure to keep a neutral position with knees slightly bent and weight evenly distributed on both skis.

Learn to brake and stop correctly

One of the most common beginner's mistakes is to brake too much or stop abruptly. This can cause you to lose your balance and even injure yourself. Learn the basic braking techniques, such as cutting your skis in the snow or using the snowplough to control your speed and brake smoothly.

It's important to be aware of your surroundings when skiing

Choose slopes that suit your level

When you're a beginner, it's important to choose slopes that suit your level. Avoid venturing onto slopes that are too challenging, as it can be overwhelming and dangerous. Start with easy and marked slopes and gradually work your way up as you gain more experience and confidence.

Go to ski school and take lessons

An effective way to avoid beginner mistakes on skis is to take lessons from an experienced instructor. They can help you prepare your technique, give you feedback and advise you on the best ways to avoid mistakes. Don't hesitate to invest time and money in lessons, as it can make a big difference to your skiing skills. In Stöten in Sälen there are ski school for everyone! And the... read ski instructor Kalle's top tips here about the ski school.

Ski instructor in red equipment teaches participants in pink jacket on snow-covered ski slope

Be aware of your surroundings

It is important to be aware of your surroundings when skiing. Watch out for other skiers, stay on your own side of the slope and respect signs and warning signs. By being alert and considerate, you can avoid dangerous situations and keep yourself and other skiers safe.

Enjoy a fun and safe experience on the piste in Stöten in Sälen

By following these tips, you can avoid the most common beginner skiing mistakes in Stöten and enjoy a fun and safe experience on the piste. Remember to always practice, be patient and have fun! Have a nice ski trip in Stöten in Sälen!

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Stöten Adventure - an adventure for the whole family

Challenge your friends in Stöten Adventure - an area of fun adventure trails suitable for skiers of all ages. Stöten Adventure includes:

Stöten Cross - a fun and challenging ski cross course with both jumps and terrain waves
Speed Freak - a fun and fast-paced race track, perfect for challenging the family
Stöten Snowpark - here you can glide around jumps, rails and boxes with cool music on the speakers
JibbArena - a fun park in mini format with boxes and rails
Side by Side - challenge friends in parallel slalom, first one down wins
Vargy's adventure course - our mascot Vargy's own exciting forest trail
Ravinen - a natural halfpipe where you can slide up and down the sides in style
Self-timer - the latest addition to the Stöten Adventure, a self-timing course to see who is actually the fastest in the group
Pucklis - a shaped bump track for those who are curious and want to try bump riding

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This is Sälen

Sälen is one of Sweden's most popular places for skiing and various winter sports. The cosy town of Sälen is located in Dalarna, 65 kilometres from Malung and close to the village of Berge, where the Vasaloppet race starts. There are seven different facilities offering winter sports and activities of all kinds, in different sizes and with different specialisations. However, all of the activities offered by Sälen in its facilities are very family-friendly, offering skiing and activities for both beginners and more experienced skiers.