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November 6, 2024 HKUAAO Introduction to Snowsports in Canada Webinar

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Date: November 6, 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 8:00pm-9:00pm
Format: Zoom

Online Registration: https://forms.gle/wCZ8ax4aWuVbWjf27

Deadline: November 5, 2024 (Tuesday)
Language: English
Cost: Free
Presenters:  Lilian Ma and Mark Spraggett

The fall is upon us and pretty soon old man winter will be returning to Ontario. With that predictable seasonal change, beautiful snowfalls will be here to cover the land all around us.  To make use of this gift of nature, we can turn such pristine terrain into a winter playground.  What about getting to know about some snow sports? 

HKUAAO will be hosting a zoom seminar on “Introduction to Snowsports in Ontario” to be presented by the long time skier and instructor/coach Lilian Ma and Snowboard instructor/examiner Mark Spraggett on November 6, 2024 at 8 p.m.

This seminar is tailored for never/ever(s), beginners and all those who would like to learn something about snow sports in Ontario but never dare to ask. The seminar is about 1 hour long.   There will be time for answering questions also. If you want to post some questions in advance, you are welcome to do so in the registration form.

Speakers’ Notes:  Lilian is an avid ski instructor and coach with over 55 years of experience in skiing and snowboarding and Mark is an experienced snowboard instructor and examiner.  They are both still actively teaching skiing and snowboarding with the High Park Ski Club in Toronto.  During the presentation they will go through the basics of the ski/snowboard equipment and clothing necessary for an enjoyable experience for the downhill snow sports.   They will also emphasize safety precautions, etiquettes and code of conduct on the hill, as well as the skills required to enjoy snow sport in Canada.  They will note the importance of taking proper ski lessons right from the beginning from CSIA (Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance) and CASI (Canadian Alliance of Snowboard Instructors) certified instructors who can be found in all Ontario Ski Resorts. Downhill snow sports, being fast moving sports, have some inherent risk for potential injuries, but taking lessons right off the bat will greatly minimize the risk.  The participants can enjoy the thrill of skiing right from the start if taught the proper skills needed to deal with the physics of this fast moving sport.  They will also briefly mention the various resorts that are close by.  

Enjoy the upcoming Winter in Canada!

There will be a Q & A session after the presentation.  Please post your questions during your registration.

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