FS 1
Freestyle Specialist 1 (FS 1) is the entry-level freestyle education course for PSIA and AASI, and it includes an evaluation component. The course includes a written workbook, skiing/riding and teaching scenarios, and a technical discussion regarding how individuals learn and progress through beginner/novice zones.
The FS 1 course is for instructors embarking on the journey toward mastery of the art of freestyle coaching/instruction.
Evaluation Criteria
– Must complete the FS 1 workbook and bring it to the event.
– Must be an active participant in the on-snow event.
– Must receive a passing score from divisional freestyle education staff based on the participant’s demonstrated knowledge and comprehension of teaching, movement analysis, and on-snow movement as described in the national standards and evaluated through specific assessment activities.
– Must meet the assessment criteria listed under the four categories of Learning Outcomes in the FS 1 Performance Guide.
Evaluations of those taking the FS 1 course reflect the participants’ knowledge of safety in the freestyle environment, teaching freestyle, and their possession of the requisite skills necessary to demonstrate freestyle maneuvers to their guests. Successful completion of the course grants professional recognition to the coach/instructor for their education, experience, and expertise in freestyle. This is a multi-disciplinary course.
Participants’ achievement will be relayed via verbal feedback from the clinician throughout the course and written feedback at its end.
