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How many ski days (a season) to really progress?

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Flwrs
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How many ski days a season on average do you think does it take to really progress? And get your progression on lock.

Of course it depends on the stuff you wanna learn, but do you think e.g. 10-15 days a season is enough to really get your shit down?
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Rparr
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Way too many factors to be able to pinpoint a specific number of days. Conditions, features, injuries, mindset etc. More is generally better though
a year ago
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FilipKolesar
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I was talking to a head coach of Czech freeski team and he said that the days on snow to go PRO are around 200 if you want to get both ways dub 12 and that kind of stuff. But if you want to be good to just have fun at the snowpark and do a trick lines id at least a 20-30 days and some strength training and you will get some progress.
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Schoess
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200 days a year is not realistic without mommy and daddy flying you out to Hood for the entire summer. There is no number attached with success. It's what you do with the time you have that's important. If you're passionate about skiing, you'll go as much as you can and get better because you'll be pushing yourself naturally. Focus on fun and enjoyment. Ironically if you're having fun, you'll get a lot better faster.
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Flwrs
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RparrWay too many factors to be able to pinpoint a specific number of days. Conditions, features, injuries, mindset etc. More is generally better though


Yeah i feel that, of course the answer is „as many as possible“ hahaha, wondering how many ski days on average you guys get
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Flwrs
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Schoess200 days a year is not realistic without mommy and daddy flying you out to Hood for the entire summer. There is no number attached with success. It's what you do with the time you have that's important. If you're passionate about skiing, you'll go as much as you can and get better because you'll be pushing yourself naturally. Focus on fun and enjoyment. Ironically if you're having fun, you'll get a lot better faster.

True that, noticed for myself that i‘m improving faster when i‘m having fun instead of really being in my head and trying to get everything perfectly right
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Flwrs
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FilipKolesarI was talking to a head coach of Czech freeski team and he said that the days on snow to go PRO are around 200 if you want to get both ways dub 12 and that kind of stuff. But if you want to be good to just have fun at the snowpark and do a trick lines id at least a 20-30 days and some strength training and you will get some progress.


Dont wanna go pro but 200 seems irrealistic anyways, even considering you have to earn some money on the way to the top
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asparagus
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CantdoshtYeah i feel that, of course the answer is „as many as possible“ hahaha, wondering how many ski days on average you guys get

I progress a decent amount riding chill 40 days a year so yeah 100+ of hucking your meat will get you very good or injured
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Flwrs
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asparagusI progress a decent amount riding chill 40 days a year so yeah 100+ of hucking your meat will get you very good or injured


How long you been doing 40 chill days
a year ago
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skiP.E.I.
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10-15 days is not enough even if you have talent. Some people progress really quickly while others will take an entire season to dial in a trick or two. I'd say with 60 days in a season you'd really get somewhere if you have the discipline and motivation to progress.
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BrownSnow
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idk to really make sure what you learn sticks maybe you wanna try to get 30-45 days per season but the more the better, how you approach learning can make a huge difference aswell, for me I try not to get stuck in my old habbits and always try new shit im uncomfortable with.
a year ago
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BallClapper
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Every day on snow bud. Went from shitty pencil 3's to steezey in a day. Cork 3's by the end.
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michael_bc
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CantdoshtHow many ski days a season on average do you think does it take to really progress? And get your progression on lock.

Of course it depends on the stuff you wanna learn, but do you think e.g. 10-15 days a season is enough to really get your shit down?


It depends on what you mean by progression.

Every day on the snow makes you a better skier.

If you do similar sports during the summer (mountain bike, surf, skate, trampoline) and have someone good to teach you, you can progress a lot during a single week on skis. But also maybe not.

- You progress the most while you are having fun, with people who push you.
- It helps to ski on glaciers during the summer or in the southern hemisphere.

10-15 days is low though. Why is the figure so low and what kind of skiing are you getting during those 10-15 days?
a year ago
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officechair
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For me, 30+ days I start seeing large progress. But it’s just as important to go out with intention of improving and self-evaluation. But enjoy your time on the mountain though. Also, if you only pick the best snow days to go out you’re not going to learn as much. Learn bad and good snow.

**This post was edited on Mar 12th 2024 at 1:08:29pm

**This post was edited on Mar 12th 2024 at 1:09:11pm
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ReturnToMonkey
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Obviously more is better. But let's say you only ski like 12 days. I think it's much easier to get more progression if those 12 days are all within, say a six week period instead of through the whole five month season.
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Flwrs
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michael_bcIt depends on what you mean by progression.

Every day on the snow makes you a better skier.

If you do similar sports during the summer (mountain bike, surf, skate, trampoline) and have someone good to teach you, you can progress a lot during a single week on skis. But also maybe not.

- You progress the most while you are having fun, with people who push you.
- It helps to ski on glaciers during the summer or in the southern hemisphere.

10-15 days is low though. Why is the figure so low and what kind of skiing are you getting during those 10-15 days?

Yep, trying to be more active in these sports in the summer.



i own a restaurant and was busy the last to years, so only getting 15ish days this season.

trying to improve next year
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Flwrs
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ReturnToMonkeyObviously more is better. But let's say you only ski like 12 days. I think it's much easier to get more progression if those 12 days are all within, say a six week period instead of through the whole five month season.


Yessir, every time i dont ski for say like a month or so it takes me like an hour to get back into it
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ReturnToMonkey
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CantdoshtYep, trying to be more active in these sports in the summer.



i own a restaurant and was busy the last to years, so only getting 15ish days this season.

trying to improve next year

What kind of restaurant do you own?
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Farmville420
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Depends. If you are actively scaring yourself every day you ride you'll get a lot better than people with double the days but stay in their comfort zone.
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Flwrs
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ReturnToMonkeyWhat kind of restaurant do you own?


Im from germany and i actually am founder and co owner of vegan/vegetarian restaurant, i myself eat meat but we had very little options to sell meat and wanted to do something more sustainable :D (not sure if i should drop the name)
next mountain is 1h 15mins away.. right now i only work 2-3 days a week, but last 2 years were a hustle
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Flwrs
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Farmville420Depends. If you are actively scaring yourself every day you ride you'll get a lot better than people with double the days but stay in their comfort zone.


Tryna do that.. but mostly riding alone it gets tough sometimes.. so much easier when the homies are pushing you
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ReturnToMonkey
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CantdoshtIm from germany and i actually am founder and co owner of vegan/vegetarian restaurant, i myself eat meat but we had very little options to sell meat and wanted to do something more sustainable :D (not sure if i should drop the name)
next mountain is 1h 15mins away.. right now i only work 2-3 days a week, but last 2 years were a hustle

That's sick dude, vegan/veggie is a great market, I wish you great success. With that much new free time and a mountain that close, you should definitely be able to see quite a lot of improvement in your skiing in the remainder of your season!
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Flwrs
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Thank you man, its getting there :)
actually so grateful that i‘m now in a place to go skiing that often. That was one of my goals, when i opened the restaurant
ReturnToMonkeyThat's sick dude, vegan/veggie is a great market, I wish you great success. With that much new free time and a mountain that close, you should definitely be able to see quite a lot of improvement in your skiing in the remainder of your season!
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Slowbro
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I progress a good amount each year and I ski about 60-80 days a season (I think). I'm not going pro or anything but I'm happy with my progress. I spend a lot of time on trampoline and rollerblading in the summer which helps a lot as well
a year ago
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Flwrs
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SlowbroI progress a good amount each year and I ski about 60-80 days a season (I think). I'm not going pro or anything but I'm happy with my progress. I spend a lot of time on trampoline and rollerblading in the summer which helps a lot as well


Sounds sick bro, do you live at the mountains or how come you get this many days?
a year ago
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Slowbro
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CantdoshtSounds sick bro, do you live at the mountains or how come you get this many days?


I live in Calgary which has a ski hill in the city. It's only about 100m but the park is solid and it's open November to April from 9-9 so lots of chances to go skiing after work.
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Flwrs
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SlowbroI live in Calgary which has a ski hill in the city. It's only about 100m but the park is solid and it's open November to April from 9-9 so lots of chances to go skiing after work.


Sounds great.
My gf is gonna be in canada from september till december for studies.
Hoping i can make a trip and go skiing there
a year ago
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skiermen
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I ski about 15 days. The problem with skiing so few days is that the beginning of the season gets "wasted" on getting back into it. I am then left with very few days to progress. Having zero athletic ability also adds to the mediocracy. 30+ is probably needed to get going.
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Flwrs
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skiermenI ski about 15 days. The problem with skiing so few days is that the beginning of the season gets "wasted" on getting back into it. I am then left with very few days to progress. Having zero athletic ability also adds to the mediocracy. 30+ is probably needed to get going.


Yeah i feel you man. My first 5 days this season were so meh. Had 3 days in a row in stubai last week and could feel some things clicking. Been skiing for 20 years but am a beginner in park, so lots of new stuff to learn. Wish i started earlier
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Jit.girl
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CantdoshtHow many ski days a season on average do you think does it take to really progress? And get your progression on lock.

Of course it depends on the stuff you wanna learn, but do you think e.g. 10-15 days a season is enough to really get your shit down?


I’ve learned so many new tricks in one month of skiing every day. It’s not the time it’s how you spend it. Just hike the whole day and keep trying to learn new stuff. Side note if you’re having fun, things just go easier.
a year ago
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Dani-B
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If you have limited days as many of us do, actually thinking about your skiing while you're skiing will help, as you will choose to work on weak spots vs. doing what's easiest all the time. Although I agree to not forget about fun!

Another factor is gear, and the maintenance of gear. Your gear can hold you back if its not the right tool for the job or isn't working well. Case in point, I decided to upgrade my 10+ years old carving/resort ski that I felt I had outgrown ability- and interest-wise to a stiffer and longer all mtn ski, and it showed me what I was missing out on after a few runs. The difference in edge sharpness from factory vs. hand tool sharpenings was noticeable too. Need sharp edges on the ice coast.
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asparagus
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CantdoshtHow long you been doing 40 chill days

Couple years, skied less before. Gotta have the intention to progress but don’t need to be killing your self
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Flwrs
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Jit.girlI’ve learned so many new tricks in one month of skiing every day. It’s not the time it’s how you spend it. Just hike the whole day and keep trying to learn new stuff. Side note if you’re having fun, things just go easier.

Uff, one month of skiing sounds sooo sick, but also tiring haha
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Flwrs
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Dani-BIf you have limited days as many of us do, actually thinking about your skiing while you're skiing will help, as you will choose to work on weak spots vs. doing what's easiest all the time. Although I agree to not forget about fun!

Another factor is gear, and the maintenance of gear. Your gear can hold you back if its not the right tool for the job or isn't working well. Case in point, I decided to upgrade my 10+ years old carving/resort ski that I felt I had outgrown ability- and interest-wise to a stiffer and longer all mtn ski, and it showed me what I was missing out on after a few runs. The difference in edge sharpness from factory vs. hand tool sharpenings was noticeable too. Need sharp edges on the ice coast.


Yeppp, when i was younger i never thought about what i was doing. Now with progression in mind it really helps with improving.

i also try visualizing at home
a year ago
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flavourtown
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SlowbroI live in Calgary which has a ski hill in the city. It's only about 100m but the park is solid and it's open November to April from 9-9 so lots of chances to go skiing after work.


Just moved to Kelowna from living in Calgary my whole life and really missing the cop night laps
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Schoess200 days a year is not realistic without mommy and daddy flying you out to Hood for the entire summer. There is no number attached with success. It's what you do with the time you have that's important. If you're passionate about skiing, you'll go as much as you can and get better because you'll be pushing yourself naturally. Focus on fun and enjoyment. Ironically if you're having fun, you'll get a lot better faster.


yep, even as someone with a summer setup, I still dont ski 200 days a year.
sometimes a 30 minute frontyard sesh is more productive than all day at the resort.
a year ago
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BradFiAusNzCoCa
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Sounds cliche but getting better is literally reps and practice and days on snow. And when you’re not on snow, trying to supplement it with other exercises. However, 200 days on snow is unrealistic and pretty hard on the body. I have done 100 day seasons and I could feel the wear on my body. At that point, you need to take rest a lot more seriously than I did.
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michael_bc
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skiermenI ski about 15 days. The problem with skiing so few days is that the beginning of the season gets "wasted" on getting back into it. I am then left with very few days to progress. Having zero athletic ability also adds to the mediocracy. 30+ is probably needed to get going.


Ever since I started mountain biking hard during the summer, I realized I needed zero days to "get back into" skiing at the beginning of winter.

Our first day this season was a sick powder day and I used to struggle to get my strength back in powder early season.
a year ago
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michael_bc
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FlwrsYeah i feel you man. My first 5 days this season were so meh. Had 3 days in a row in stubai last week and could feel some things clicking. Been skiing for 20 years but am a beginner in park, so lots of new stuff to learn. Wish i started earlier

If you haven't considered it yet, join a camp and get coaching. These are also for adults.

- Stomp It Camps in Laax
- SASS Global Travel in Argentina or Japan.

This is a great way to force rapid progression.
a year ago
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Flwrs
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michael_bcIf you haven't considered it yet, join a camp and get coaching. These are also for adults.

- Stomp It Camps in Laax
- SASS Global Travel in Argentina or Japan.

This is a great way to force rapid progression.

Last year i took half a day, next year i wanna get a 3 or 4 day course at absolut park. Looks fun and is cheaper than stomp it for example
a year ago
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Static
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It was easy to hit 200 last year with Mammoth being open until August, you guys missed out.
a year ago
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Dobbyda
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FlwrsYeah i feel that, of course the answer is „as many as possible“ hahaha, wondering how many ski days on average you guys get


I ski 100-150 days a year at troll, buck hill, and giants ridge, and I progress a lot, landed cork 720, 900, misty 540 and 720, superfed, b6 and more this year
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