Check out our new videos in our Gallery, you’ll see videos from Big Sky, Killington, Val D Isere and more.  The video page will be updated more and more with all of our winter activities.  Also you can now follow Dan Egan on his new blog at Boston.com.  Check out Edging the Xtreme @ Boston.com/egan

Powder skiing is about position and not strength. Most recreational skiers make two basic mistakes when skiing powder, first they over turn their skis and two they lean back. This combination creates frustration and a cry for more grooming.

Remember these simple tips on the next powder day…

1)     Ski the slope in sections; always know where you are going to stop before you start to ski. This will give you a goal. It doesn’t matter if its two turns or five turns away.

2)     Don’t over turn your skis; let the friction of the snow slow you down.

3)     Stand tall between turns, this will move your hips over your feet and allow you stay in a balanced position.

Skiing the slope in sections is a powerful technique because if you can make three great turns and stop and repeat that again and again you’ll have a great over all run and not be worn out from the falls that occur on the fourth and fifth turn! Plus this will build confidence that will eventually allow you to ski longer sections.

Not over turning your skis is very important in deep snow. Remember the friction of the snow will slow your skis down and if you allow this to happen you will notice that the turn initiation will become much easier and you’ll have more energy to ski consistently in the section of slope you have chosen to ski.

And finally standing tall between turns will provide you with an athletic stance that will take the pressure off of your thighs and allow your position to turn the skis rather than your strength.  And the result will be that you’ll be able to stop at the location you originally selected at the top of your section of the slope.

Remember, powder skiing is the ultimate experience on skis and if you approach it in this manner you can begin to unlock the magic that awaits you when you ski powder with position and not strength.

The conditions were great all weekend, Saturday was warm and the snow was creamy, Sunday with a bit colder temps we had grippy surfaces which were perfect for our our range of motion drills and top to bottom runs.

Check out www.edgechange.com for Sports Diamond and send Weems a thank you note for providing the foundation of our “purpose, touch, will and technique.  Do come on out and ski with me this winter, plenty of opportunities at both Killington and Big Sky.  Or if you want to organize a private group let me know.

With conditions the way they are, instruction is a great way to spice up your day and expand your skill level!!

You’ll be met in Geneva and picked up in a van and driven to the best snow in the Alps.  We will ski 3-4 resorts during the week and drive to the best snow in Switzerland, France, Italy and Austria. Plus you’ll ski between countries, and ski tour the most scenic locations in Europe. This camp will focus on backcountry skills, snow safety and big mountain skiing. Accommodations will be 4 star hotel and chalets.  Trip includes ground transportation, breakfast, 3 Dinners, 6 day lift pass, daily back country instruction.

Cost is only $2450.00

Dates: April 1 – 7, 2012

Contact us for more info!

2011/2012 Ski Camp Schedule

Nov 26 & 27        Killington Preseason Tune Up with Dan Egan

Dec 30, 31            Killington – All Terrain Skiing with Dan Egan

Jan 7, 8               Killington – Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

Feb 4, 5              Killington – Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

Feb 10-15            Youth Free Ride Camp St Anton Austria

Feb 18 & 19       Killington – Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

Feb 23- 25           Big Sky Resort  Steep Camp

March 3 & 4       Killington – Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

March 10-17       Big Sky Steep Camp

March 24-31       Val D Isere France

April 1-7               European Ski Safari

April 13, 20, 27 Friday in the Ravine

April 29- May 5 – Austrian Glacier Ski Adventure details TBA

Aug24- Aug 31 – Valle Nevado Chile

Ski Factory Warms Up

Great week up on the Glacier in Austria!

There were 130 skiers from Polland and 12 instructors and coaches from Hungry, USA, Switzerland, Austria and Polland.  I had a blast coaching with such greats as World Pro Ski Champion George Ager, Swiss Ski School Director  Heinz Rubi and Hungary Demo Team Coach Mikilos Ozsvath.  The snow was great and the level of skiing was amazing.  Non stop laughs to boot an energy level that hit max everyday.  Come ski with me and this group next spring on the Glaciers in Austria in May!!

Nov 26 & 27        Killington Preseason Tune                  

Dec 30, 31          All Terrain Skiing with Dan Egan 

Jan 7, 8               Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

Feb 4, 5              Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

Feb 18 & 19       Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

March 3 & 4       Explore the Beast with Dan Egan

To book, click here http://www.killington.com/winter/lessons/specialty_experiences/dan_egan

Reservations are required; please call 800-923-9444 to book your Dan Egan program reservation.

For lodging, please call 800-621-MTNS.

3 day Package = $850 per day plus travel expenses and  on site cost to include, lodging, meals, lift pass.

4-6 day Package =$775 per day plus travel expense and on site cost to include, lodging, meals, lift pass.

6-10 day Package =$725 per day plus travel expense and on site cost to include, lodging, meals, lift pass.