| Alpine Slalom & GS Gates Clinic | Back to Calendar |
Dates: Thursday, February 12, 2026 - Friday, February 13, 2026 from 8:45 am - 4 pm ET (2 Days)
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Event Type: Education Clinic
Location: Okemo (VT) (Plan to meet your group on snow at the starting time listed above, at the clock tower base by the bottom of the quads. If we are notified of any change, we will email and/or text updated information to you. - Outdoor Registration)
All participants in PSIA-AASI clinics at Vail Resorts are required to wear a helmet while sliding or riding. You can read the full Vail Resorts Helmet Policy here: https://easternsnowpros.org/knowledge-base/policies/vail-resort-helmet-policy/
Host Division: Eastern
Registration Information:
- First Chair Rate: $280.00 (available through Tuesday, January 20)
- Last Chair Rate: $305.00
- CEUs: 12
- Spots Remaining: 6 (as of 25 minutes ago)
Prerequisites: Current PSIA-AASI Membership, Level 1+ Alpine Certification
Registration Deadline: Thursday, February 12, 2026, 11:59 pm ET
Online Registration: Click here to register.
Offline Registration: Contact the division office.
Course Description:
Explore alpine gate training with dedicated days for both Slalom and Giant Slalom. Day one will focus on Slalom tactics and technical skills; day two will shift to Giant Slalom. This course incorporates free-skiing, drill work, and guided gate sessions, blending in- and out-of-course coaching to improve performance and confidence in a controlled gate environment. Ideal for certified members with basic experience in gates, this clinic provides a progressive approach to developing race fundamentals. Participants are encouraged to bring both SL and GS skis and should be comfortable skiing groomed advanced terrain.
Learning Experiences:
Specific activities will vary depending on group needs and conditions, and typically include:
• Guided gate runs with individual feedback
• Focused technical and tactical drills outside of gates
• Video review or peer discussion (where available)
• Discussions on equipment setup and course strategy
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, successful participants will be able to:
• Demonstrate improved technical and tactical execution in both SL and GS environments
• Apply fundamental skiing skills to gate-specific scenarios
• Identify personal development opportunities for continued gate skiing improvement
Prerequisite(s):
• Minimum Level I Certification
• Minimal experience skiing in gates (basic familiarity with SL/GS environments)
• Comfort skiing advanced groomed terrain
Equipment/Materials Needed:
• Slalom skis
• Grand slalom skis
• Helmet (mandatory), protective gear recommended
Additional Event Details:
All participants in PSIA-AASI clinics at Vail Resorts are required to wear a helmet while sliding or riding. You can read the full Vail Resorts Helmet Policy here: https://easternsnowpros.org/knowledge-base/policies/vail-resort-helmet-policy/