Short radius turns for speed control

[@heirling25]

Love your page Deb! Former avid skier here, can't ski anymore due to no meniscus and osteoarthritis in left knee- great and accurate information- due to your clips I was inspired to test my knee out after 27 years of not skiing- it was like riding a bike but could only ski a couple of very short runs- I got the bug and it was good for my soul- your clips have inspired me to figure out a way to get back on my boards on a regular basis. Thanks.

[@Dangerpass]

Her passion is infectious. I have learned so much from Deb and this former blue only skier is now skiing double blacks. Thank you Deb!

[@nothingy5274]

Deb is the best! I have learned so much from her. She translates so much in a simple way.

[@fluffs4897]

I think that hearing you say that the transition is like riding a bike really made something click in my mind. I've never thought of it like that and it makes a lot of sense now. Thanks!

[@mistersloppy]

same here..!!!

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

Probably one of the best instructors out there! She can recognize potential athlete quality and work on style and trim rough edges.

[@brianho6625]

Absolutely agreed, Deb's explanation and demo is so clear for student.

[@MrDogonjon]

I coach ski instructors at timberline and I use Deb and her style with kids constantly as a model for my own teaching and for how our staff can be successful with children. None of our instructors has any kind of pedigree to match Deb's outstanding credentials. None the less I always see them with their guest delivering key moments to build solid fundamentals which makes me proud.

[@scarylouish]

finley is a beautiful skier. deb is a gifted teacher.

[@alicat1328]

Yes!

[@scarface548]

curious to see how finley has progressed

[@dpardo74]

Deb is the Master Yoda of Skiing.

[@skiwithkatie7553]

Oh my gods I want to teach like Deb does!! I sprained my ACL on the most epic powder week in decades, so I’m watching teaching videos… Deb is an AMAZING teacher! Her explanations and exercises are SO good. The results are visible - incredible! I love how she talks to her students. ❤️

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thank you😉😉😉😉 I just try to be real, respect who I am with, be open to what they have to say. My students always have something to teach me and I come away better for it. Thank you for the comment. Do you get to ski today? Have fun!!!!

[@AtomicB-zq2cw]

She isn’t any better a teacher that you will find at any hill. Being a racer doesn’t make you a better instructor at all.

[@pamgoodley2209]

@@AtomicB-zq2cw It's not necessarily because she was a ski racer. It's her ability and willingness to observe, communicate effectively, progress students at a reasonable rate, make it fun, and more. There are many great ski instructors out there; conversely, there are also those instructors who could improve in their teaching methods and learn from Deb's style of teaching.

[@JPaul-vu4lp]

I really enjoyed your ability to engage, and continuing to maintain the attention with this young skier. That's a lesson in itself. The manner is which the message is delivered should be the "exact same" when conveying these principles to skiers of any age. Thanks for the continuation of your tips and drills.

[@iankeck3419]

Super video! I applauded for $50.00 👏👏👏👏

[@iankeck3419]

I ran across your channel recently. All your videos have been very helpful. Thanks!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Wow Ian!! Thank you sooooo much for supporting the channel. So happy you appreciate the content

[@hawklerfalco9067]

The lovely kid and the good coach, full of passion. If I go must will learn ski from you👍

[@jerseyregionrat4380]

Deb, I will put it as simple as possible, you are an excellent instructor! Not all experts can breakdown ski techniques into bite sized pieces that are easy to digest and understand, but you have that ability! I will continue to watch, listen, learn, and apply your lessons to improve my performance on the mountain because my family and I LOVE to SKI! We thumbed our nose at this Pandemic and took a trip to Colorado this past February and hit Keystone, Vail, and Beaver Creek and had a blast. We skied nine straight days and even squeezed in some night skiing at Keystone. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos as Your energy and teaching technique clicks with me! Best, Jeff

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thanks for the comment Jeff. So glad you appreciate my videos!!! happy skiing

[@showze21]

her skiing is so good, i am going to watch and learn and try to ski like her, as much as possible

[@AlirioSilva]

I'm so happy I found you! I'm amazed at how easy it is to understand your explanations. Love the channel!

[@Rashikanz]

Love this, watching Finley get through the powder and keeping up the rhythm, very inspiring!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

👍👍👍💪💪💪😉😉😉

[@heirling25]

Thanks!

[@sonnyboywannabe]

I've been skiing for 35+ years and consider myself quite good. These videos are excellent! Thanks Deb!

[@cjayflo9319]

Your passion , energy and enthusiasm are evident. Your ability to convey the idea is amazing. It’s August and I’m ready to go try out the techniques you are demonstrating, come on winter!

[@AtomicB-zq2cw]

What techniques? Not sure you have any idea what you are talking about. She throws out terms like “shape”, “power”, etc., but with no explanation and then follows up with random comments of encouragement. This is not how a lesson is taught and the lack of knowledge why you will probably not advance beyond intermediate.

[@donaldowens8990]

Someday this kid will thank his parents and realize just how lucky he was to have had these lessons with such an icon…

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thanks, yet this is a her😉

[@Infarlock]

The real hero here is the camera man, really hard to ski and keep your subjects in focus

[@AtomicB-zq2cw]

No. It’s not. If you know how to ski anyway.

[@anthonyb.9336]

I was just thinking about that. The person behind the camera does a great job staying out of the way and then getting great angles of the lesson.

[@AtomicB-zq2cw]

@@anthonyb.9336 it is called “zoom”.

[@alonewanderer4697]

@@AtomicB-zq2cwbro has a qualified hater badge

[@AtomicB-zq2cw]

@@alonewanderer4697 you are a loser who doesn’t even know how to ski never mind press a button on a camera.

[@chandlerp1721]

It's rare to find both a great athlete and TEACHER. Deb you are one of the best teachers I've ever seen. You understand what the students needs! You are a rare individual.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thank you Chandler for the very generous words.

[@haroldmiller9559]

Thank you for sharing your delightful dialog with Finley.

[@dianaclark5658]

Great lesson! I will be taking those tips to the hill this year. Thanks for being such an inspiring instructor!!

[@mbrymckinney1]

The energy and enthusiasm is infectious!

[@Roelander]

I really enjoyed your teaching method and style, really good.

[@cckaedejay]

Thanks

[@spooljr1873]

There is a lesson in a lesson here. When I taught skiing one of the things I learned was when teaching kids, allow them to try things without watching them, thus the "follow me" idea. If they aren't getting they will let you know (and you can sometimes sneak a peak). You are giving them permission not to be perfect and that's important.

[@iancampbell4373]

Exactly what I did taking groups of Scouts Skiing.

[@MrDogonjon]

Negative as I lead I always know my students location and condition. I listen and I hear edges grinding and hear all the things I need to know to start a lesson with out the intimidating "I'm watching you ski" part... tune out the visual go right to asking "how many times in each turn does your skis jam up, catch edges and chatter? Let count down till the skis never jam up, catch edges or chatter...how we do that is use your turn shape... outside ski... flow through turns like water in a waterslide. Select terrain that induces the feeling Have some fun with it then find a modest challenge where the focus is mandatory and celebrate a glorious finish.

[@cosmokenney]

The focus Ms. Finley has is stunning! She's destined for greatness!

[@ianlarson5313]

The kid is already better than 99% of skiers

[@khrumkashan6954]

You are just an amazing teacher. God bless you.

[@downunderpar]

Mini-ME! @ 4:13! Had to laugh! One of the best ski videos I have seen for awhile Deb! Content was Excellent!!

[@melissalund6198]

Just saw this today in my feed. Awesome vid....great teaching and great skiing from Finlay. Viz wasn't the greatest and there was fairly deep snow on piste....amazing,!

[@joshjwebster9]

Your explanations/little analogies and tips are so easy to understand and I’ve had a good amount of time in ski school and I’d say an intermediate/advanced intermediate skier now. I’m out in the Alps at the moment and skiing over the next couple of days - will try your tips! Thanks!

[@teresabuck3305]

Deb you are such a beautiful teacher....l need you to be my teacher. Your skills are so good and your passion to teach

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thanks Teresa!!!!!!

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

What a beautiful snow condition! Deb has her couching by nature! The kid skiing is so natural and effortless!!!!

[@mogulhopper]

great coaching , every family should watch this

[@filmic1]

What a GREAT teacher... brilliant.

[@richardelder256]

The instructor gets a A for enthusiasm but a D for actually teaching skiing. Nowhere in this monologue is any mention that the skis have edges and that skiing is all about learning how to engage the edges with the snow and control how pressure is applied to them. How can she spend this entire presentation with a student and not notice that he generates most of his turning by rotating his upper body? Less talk and more teaching about how skis actually interact with the snow!

[@Ed47411]

Your teaching technique for youngsters is superb.

[@douglasduguay1367]

Great clinic from a great coach!! Thank you :-)

[@kimberlyandkennethparker2803]

Great demo on a short turn lesson. Lots of good stuff to copy!

[@SBin-xt5kn]

Deb, I love your videos. You've really provided some amazing strategies for me to use with our U10 athletes.

[@Dubmcbogie]

Great insight and instruction...Note her vintage 89/90 pro deal ski poles.

[@plkrauskop]

Awesome teacher......Awesome student!!!

[@karlk9316]

Lots of wonderful energy extended to the young student, effectively receiving her attention and active participation.

[@SkiWithJoeDPT]

Thanks so much for posting! So great to see amazing instructors creating content for us. I will be sure to use this video in Children's events in central division, particularly your style and utilization of positive reinforcement. Keep on posting - we need more great people willing to create content.

[@davidbeazer9799]

What a delightful young lady. Finley was nice too!

[@kk_nomad]

Fantastic work there! This may not be the most fancy or well-edited video, but it's the content that counts. You rock!! Know that you have a fan from Hong Kong :)

[@HandsomeRabbit8]

One more here, for that matter =)

[@blackestjake]

Lol!😂😂😂 6:23 “TEAM SPORT!” Coming through! Make room!

[@ronanoboyle8432]

Such a great teacher...

[@wanjejager651]

I love watching your videos.😁 It makes skiing look so easy and most of all fun😊

[@JohnLumapaskeith]

You are an amazin Coach Ms. Armstrong. THank you

[@tjj5337]

Your videos are inspiring. I going on Friday to Killington after watching this

[@Dronethat]

I'm still learning to skii. I didn't know until now that you can use the bike riding techniques, LOL. I'll try that next time I hit the slope.

[@macobats]

Go Finley! Loved those acrobatics at the end😊

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

Deb really knows how to attract and keep the kid focusing into the drill, very interesting because kids has a very short time of 100% focusing, but those seconds are extremely deep. She makes the drill very active and enjoyable. Deb is not one of those show off instructors, she has the dynamics and the sociological aspect very well tune up. Love to the kid jacket and pants! hour and hour of playing and skiing!!!!!well

[@whitebeltforlife5271]

Deb .... you ARE AN AWESOME INSTRUCTOR

[@lmarquezgiron]

Deb! Let me you: you are the best instructor I’ve ever seen.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thanks Lenny!!!!!

[@Little6]

You are such an amazing teacher.

[@Klyress]

39 years old man still learnt a lot from this child and the teacher.

[@klank67]

Me too and I'm 53!

[@fredharvey2720]

I haven't skied since 1986 as a kid. Want to restart next fall. I have to start over. Only got to ski some blues as a kid. I want it all!

[@rawbern3897]

Beautifying the sport what a wonderful teacher you are my gosh. Was that steamboat springs? Gorgeous scenery I love that mountain

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thank yiu for the generous comment. And yes, this is in Steamboat.

[@Rocstoneau]

Loved this lesson.

[@MrJeffjenkins]

What a great teacher.

[@SVC-hz6dq]

Excellent lesson indeed. A complicated technique made so simple. Why non of the numerous videos I've seen in youtube are explaining something so fundamental as the external leg bearing the work/command? It would have made my previous week in Garmisch-Partenkirchen even more pleasurable... haha I totally love this sport, so definately next year I'll go for more, and hopefully with this lesson in mind. Thanks for that Deb.

[@maxhg2056]

I'm a Chinese in Beijing. You're a good mom.

[@johntavenner1379]

You're an excellent instructor... couldn't agree more. Long turns definitely won't work in technical terrain.

[@emkay2903]

superb lesson!!

[@yoonkikim9232]

Great video! I'm gonna try those to my 10 year old son.Thank you!!

[@fernandog.aguirre2791]

Yes, try now that he s 10 years old and fun, then by 15 they become so stupid!!!!!

[@DragonPilot]

Great lesson...and OMG that powder!

[@kenmcc5734]

Hi Debs, like your SkiInst style. I mainly Ski in Austria/Italy/Deutschland, as a Scot I have only once Skied in Scotland, not impressed. Where are you at in your videos please?

[@alannamunro5621]

I’m not sure if Deb will see this comment as it is an older video, so thought I’d let you know. Deb teaches at Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Also, fellow Scot here! The Cairngorms have nothing on these slopes, totally jealous. Lol. Take care.

[@kenmcc5734]

@@alannamunro5621 Hiya Alanna. Thanks for jumping in and giving me the info. Looks great where they’re Skiing. Did Ski Snow Bird Utah around 2010ish when on business in Salt Lake City. The Snow was fantastic, the altitude was outrageous 10500ft (should be on O2), but then 1800hrs one beer and the place died. No atmosphere No Apres Ski, clearly I’ve been spoiled in Austria. Thanks again

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Hi Ken, I shoot my videos all over. Many are in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Others are at the Taos Ski Valley in New Mexico. I take videos wherever I go. I am glad you enjoy the videos!!

[@kenmcc5734]

Thanks for the reply Debs, I can see if you reply to all posts it must take ages.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

@@kenmcc5734 HA! I get to most comments. I'm committed to the channel. My contribution.

[@elainenilsson5472]

I like the drawing that the girl has on paper. I've never seen that. Makes a lot more sense then what I've seen an instructor draw on the snow with their pole.

[@wesleyhurd7798]

Great Instruction. Any advice on how I can better instruct my 3 1/2 year old daughter to ski?

[@timwhite9839]

Excellent easily understood teaching

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

If you like this video then you might appreciate this powder lesson. Have fun!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWO2lH6JgqypqsU

[@MrF123]

6:23 Close call ^^

[@TheDowner911]

I don't think she even saw him, kid pulled out a clutch last minute hard turn

[@johnparchman753]

Finley always makes me Giggle!!

[@carbontech3dworkshop]

I watched nearly all of your videos and you are the most relatable tutor ever. Would you give me a good Snowboard tutorial channel for my husband please?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Sorry, don’t know of one.

[@karlo407]

Play Drill Adventure! Great lesson! I’m thinking improving upper body lower body separation is the next big thing for Finley. But how? Do you have a video of that with kids?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

try this one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYLRhJ-oj5urna8

[@WilliamWonka7777]

Best video ever .

[@mattweitz7615]

The term shape rythm Finley first banged out on her poles at 5:53 was right, Deb. Thanks, good video

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Great. Yes. She has made great improvements. Prior her turn shape was too fast for her ability.

[@gogglebro9421]

Deb, cleaver how you used the ski poles like a metronome to tap out the turn cadence.

[@trackie1957]

Poles are really helpful to establish rhythm and proper stance. Very important to have your hands in front of you and up - as if you are carrying a tray. The pole plant isn’t a stab into the snow. It’s just a touch. If you stab it can drag your hand behind you and cause your balance to shift toward your heels.

[@gogglebro9421]

@@trackie1957 I don't know if you intended your post as a public reply to my post specifically instead of a general comment? Good post by the way.

[@2708ILie]

Hey Deb, Can you show the movement of short turns without skis and shoes? Your explainations are great. Thanks in advance.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

So this video is not exactly what you are asking for but I do show the movements of the feet and legs out of ski boots. I hope this helps. take care kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJLTqImNl7mgqrM

[@LimeKilnFarmNY]

good stuff Deb. big fan

[@turbokuo1734]

Fantastic video, how wide are your skis?

[@ealanpatton]

Deb - Probably a stupid question. What buckles on the ski boot are the most important in order to use the ankles the way you suggest?

[@soleaguirre100]

excellent both!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@nacho-man1063]

Hi Deb, you are amazing. My daughter love to see your videos. Where is the location of your ski videos? Thank you!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Many different ski areas in Colorado and New Mexico 😉

[@hsvs808]

I like your Videos - where is the resort?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Steamboat

[@chongwang4339]

omg got love this west coast snow.....

[@jimbosaul3996]

she is going to a great skier when she grows up

[@ve.1898]

Where is this place? Beautiful mountain and a lot of snow.

[@andreyzenkow981]

Thank you! Perfect lessons!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

THANK YOU

[@justwam7619]

Where are they skiing? It looks magical.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Steamboat Springs, CO

[@MichelineGundersen]

Omg your so good teacher of skiing how i wish your here in Norway then i can have you an instructør

[@KSA-ll9kt]

I'm only asking so I can understand. At the beginning of the video, it looks to me like she is initiating the turn with the tips but is not arcing the ski to complete the turn instead she is washing out the tails by sliding, (looks like she is thrusting her hips to pop the tails) almost as if she needs to be a little forward of center balance point to transition for the next turn. Just wanting to know because I feel I do the same thing in bumps I guide the tips into the turn then check speed by sliding the tails to kill speed. The problem then is I feel I am back of center and not pressing forward for the next turn. I would appreciate any input. Thanks and have a great day!!

[@hanrahi9030]

Nice video Deb!!! Terrific instructions. A question about your Blizzard HRCs. Aren't they slalom skis and aren't slalom skis with narrow waists not supposed to work well in the kind of powder you are skiing in this video? How did you make this work?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Yes that ski is narrower under foot making it more difficult in deep snow. I am a skillful skier so I make it work well with very active legs extending, flexing, turning and managing many movements simultaneously. That is what defines elite, skillful skiing.

[@EdmCondon-hr2ln]

Im confused deb, can you clarify, you speak alot about inside flexion and its importance but here you focus on outside ski? Am i right to say the steeper the mountain the less inside flexion ?

[@Tphuntsok]

It’s beautiful 😻

[@kashdevingle]

He is a good boy, good listening and implementation. You mam, best instructor. I will definitely try practicing short turns. I am a beginner and key points from this video are being in rhythm, forward and transition between outside skiis. Rhythm is what i am missing. Any tips for icy conditions in between?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Not a boy😊. A girl. 😊 As for ice no harsh fast movements.

[@kashdevingle]

@@DebArmstrongSkiStrong sorry abt that and thanks a lot for the tip and excellent videos!

[@matveyleh5084]

HI Deb. I love your easy step by step teaching. I am teaching my 12 yr old son how to ski next month. I saw your first 3 videos for beginners and will use tben to teach my son. Can he progress after learning what's you taught on those first 3 videos to doing whats in this video?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

A lot of mileage, confidence and skill development will still be necessary to go from the skiing in the firat 3 beginner videos to the ability to ski the situations in this video. Mileage, practice and time

[@Impovsky]

Deb, thank you for video, very educational! Curious if you could suggest a teaching process for our 6 yo boy. We tried several ski schools in Alta, Park city and Big Bear but all schools giving too little teaching (parents give more imho) and seems to be more as day care, than teaching. Where to hire a proper ski school in South West of US. Appreciate feedback!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Ski with me in steamboat😊😊

[@Osnosis]

Can’t disagree. However, at 6, you want to focus on the fun aspect. Be satisfied with small increments of improvement. Deb’s video instruction is very high quality. Even here, where this child is an excellent skier, she is not harping on things that could be made better, but are not part of this particular lesson. The kid gets confidence, and a better platform for continued improvement.

[@GregZFil1996]

@@DebArmstrongSkiStrong your video makes me want to fly to steamboat and take a lesson from you. Very good job.;

[@bmcanson]

Quick question here: so when I'm making a turn, do you actually put some weight on your inner foot or should I just let it glide and help me keep my balance?

[@scottlewis218]

More balance. The outside or bottom ski is carrying 95% of the weight just like a bicycle. Try to bend the inside knee as low as possible and stay forward in boots. Also ensure separation from. Your upper body vs legs. Good luck.

[@bmcanson]

@@scottlewis218 thank you!

[@MacMcCabe2456]

Wish you came East to the Killington area Deb !