APUL Snowboardcross 1 introduction to snowboard racing

The course is aimed at Snowboard Cross, but you also learn a little about the slalom. The course is a part of the project of Czech Snowboard School and is organized in cooperation with the National Snowboardcross Team. Any rider who manages riding at higher speed and is not afraid of small to medium-sized jumps is welcomed to participate in the course. Successful completion of the course is a prerequisite for obtaining ISIA stamp.

The course is led by one of the coaches of the national team. Currently, the course leader is Peter Knapp, experienced coach with instructors backround. You will learn about snowboard cross and slalom riding techniques, race track construction, equipment and its maintenance and training processes of children and youth. The program will take place on the slope practically, theoretically at lectures and there will also be videocoaching demonstrations and videos from various trainings and competitions.

• Applicant must be at least 18 years old on the opening day of the course.
• Applicant must be - at least - APUL Snowboarding C licensee.
• Applicant must be a member of APUL (paid membership fee in the given period).

The content of the course is divided into a practical part on a slope and a theoretical part in the form of lectures and workshops. The daily program will be adapted to the weather, local and snow conditions. The course leader is responsible for editing the course program.

The holder of this license is entitled to take care of training programs of ski school clients and sports clubs. The course is primarily focused on coaching children and youth. This course is an introductory course to snowboardcross. Further study is possible as a part of the Snowboardcross 2 course or a "coaching course" organized by Czech Snowboardcross Team.

The exam consists of three parts (riding, coaching practice, theory):

1. Riding exam:

Demonstrations of techniques - race carving, rollers, jump

2. Coaching practice exam:

Methodological exam from training management. Track construction, safety, training group management.

3. Theoretical exam:

Exam from analysis and theoretical knowledge takes the form of a written test. The test includes questions related to the topics of the lectures and workshops.

A succesful graduate needs to correctly answer 75% of the test questions for successful completion of the test., In case of unsuccessful completion of the test, the candidate is invited to an oral examination.

The candidate who fails to meet the criteria necessary for successful completion of the examination even in front of the examination board, must repeat the course.

• Adequate snowboard equipment suitable for snowboardcross. Soft freestyle boards are inappropriate. It is possible to arrange renting equipment upon prior agreement.
• The helmet is mandatory and other protectors are recommended.
• Money for ski pass (a significant discount will be arranged).
• Money for breakfast, lunch and dinner. (or self-catering).
• otepad and pen for making notes and information from workshops on and off the snow.

The basic source of information on the course is information obtained from lectures and workshops.

All APUL courses are very intensive educational experience and are held in a mountain area and in all weather conditions. Therefore, they are physically and mentally demanding so it is recommended to dedicate sufficient attention to physical preparation few weeks before the course.

All APUL course participants are - when moving on the ski slopes - obliged to comply with the so-called "Ten Rules of conduct on the slopes." If any participant of the course will be systematically violate the rules of conduct on the slopes by his behaviour, threatening other course participants or other skiers, he will be asked to quit and leave the course. 

Since snowboarding is a risky sport, we recommend arranging the appropriate accident insurance in case of accident or injury. Participation in the course is voluntary and at your own risk. APUL does not bear any consequences for possible injuries.