A GET ROLLERSKIING session is a flexible 6 week course with a qualified rollerski instructor which will consist of the following acquisition of skills:

• Basic knowledge of rollerskiing equipment, safety equipment and appropriate clothing for rollerskiing
• Importance of warming up before skiing
• Stand on rollerski's safely
• Star turn and side step
• Double pole and diagonal stride
• Controlled ski down gentle slope
• Safely brake/stop by rolling onto grass
• Introduction to both Classic and Skating styles of Rollerskiing
• Is aware of who to contact in case of an accident

Upon completion of a 6 week GET ROLLERSKIING course you will recieve a certificate of completion and would have the skills to rollerski without instruction but within a club or activity-led session. There are then opportunities to step onto the Cross Country Skiing Award scheme through a short GO ROLLERSKIING course.

Snowsport England operates this award scheme of which further details are available at www.snowsportengland.org.uk/Coaching/NordicAwards

To find a GET Rollerskiing course, enter your postcode in the 'Find My Nearest' search box above and select 'Rollerski'