A very special opportunity to ride with, and learn from pro-rider and clinician, Stephanie Schwartz & adventure athlete & Ski Doo ambassador, Dave Norona.

Elk Valley Snow Shepherds snowmobile clinics offer personalized instruction from a skilled, professional coaching staff with systematic lessons to enhance every level of rider in a supportive, inspiring environment. The 19/20 winter series will connect sledders with the right level of challenge while providing resources to refine current skills and take your riding farther this season. Have fun, gain confidence and learn the skills to master your sled and ride the mountains in style.

Choose one or progress through the entire three clinic series.

Sign up now: $599 + tax per 2-day clinic REGISTER ONLINE

Each Clinic Includes:
Small group size: one coach and one professional guide per 8 riders
Friday evening intro session with skills primer, review of current conditions, and meet & greet.
Two full days of on-snow coaching
Discounts on local accommodation
Gear / Equipment Demos
Prizing and giveaways!

CLINIC 1: NOVICE ‘BREAK IT DOWN’ JANUARY 11 & 12, 2020
Do you ride occasionally in the backcountry or deep snow but are unable to sidehill confidently and struggle to countersteer? Wonder why you are stuck all the time? Perhaps apprehensive to try new things? Our coaches Break It Down with systematic approaches to improve confidence and riding fundamentals through fun drills. Specific skills included:

Intro to the concept of ‘constant motion’
Using throttle/brake appropriately for control
Getting your sled ‘on edge’
Avalanche safety primer
Personalized review of sled set up to enhance your riding

CLINIC 2: LADIES ONLY ALL LEVEL ‘BUILD IT UP’ FEBRUARY 8 & 9, 2020
Are you a rider who relies on throttle instead of technical skills to navigate steeper or treed terrain? Perhaps you feel limited due to a ‘weak-side’ or lack ‘flow’ in your riding. In this clinic Coach Steph will help the ladies Built It Up with a series of follow-me sessions and drills to get you out of that comfort zone and establish consistency in your riding. Specific skills included:

Smooth motion and timing
Using sled mechanics to your advantage
Improved symmetry
Throttle/brake control
Using good riding technique to get out of tricky terrain
Avalanche rescue skills review

CLINIC 3: ADVANCED ‘DIAL IT IN’ MARCH 7 & 8, 2020
You are a confident rider and enjoy steep, technical terrain but struggle to incorporate dynamic movement to maximize performance. Perhaps you have a few lingering ‘weak spots’ in your riding? In this high-energy clinic, coaches Steph and Dave will help you redefine your limits and Dial It In with professional-level tips and tricks you can incorporate into your skills portfolio. Specific skills included:

Navigating challenging technical terrain and conditions using proper techniques and planning
Jumps/drops
Using track speed and momentum to master control
Managing failing hillclimbs
Maximize your sled set up to improve performance
Leading an avalanche rescue
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About Stephanie Schwartz:
One of the most recognized names in the women’s snowmobile scene is Revelstoke’s Stephanie Schwartz. By day, she is a full-time employee for Divas SnowGear, helping to manage athletes and facilitate product design, but she also maintains a part-time position with Red Deer, Alberta’s Turple Brothers Ltd. Her passion for mentoring new riders has now developed into international clinics where women from all walks of life participate and learn from Schwartz, who has a decade of experience mentoring new riders. Read more on snowriderswest.com.

Elk Valley Snow Shepherds offer snowmobile skills & safety courses throughout the winter:

AVALANCHE SKILLS TRAINING COURSES:
Snowmobile Avalanche Skills Training LEVEL 1: Dec 14-15, 2019, Dec 26-27, 2019, Jan 18-19, 2020
Snowmobile Avalanche Skills Training LEVEL 2: Feb 15-18, 2020

SNOWMOBILE RIDING CLINICS:
Youth & Family Backcountry Safety Clinic: Jan 4, 2020
Novice Riding Clinic with Pro-Clinicians & Ski Doo Ambassadors Stephanie Schwartz and Dave Norona: Jan 11-12 or Mar 7-8, 2020
Ladies Only (all abilities) Clinic with Pro-Clinician & Ski Doo Ambassador Stephanie Schwartz: Feb 8-9, 2020
Advanced Riding Clinic with Pro-Clinicians & Ski Doo Ambassadors Stephanie Schwartz and Dave Norona: Jan 11-12 or Mar 7-8, 2020