Welcome to the Big Picture Skiing Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of ski instruction. Join us as we explore why being a ski instructor is often considered one of the best jobs in the world. Imagine waking up in the mountains, turning your favorite pastime into your profession, and experiencing the joy of helping others while traveling to stunning destinations.In today's episode, we introduce you to Chris, the visionary behind a company dedicated to transforming your dreams of a ski instructor lifestyle into a reality. Chris and his team at Snowminds specialize in securing ski instructor jobs, providing top-notch training, comfortable housing, and a sense of security for those who aspire to make skiing their livelihood.Whether you've always harbored a secret desire to become a ski instructor or you're already part of the industry, this podcast is a must-listen. Discover the essential elements Chris believes you need to succeed when embarking on your ski instructor journey.As your host, I can personally attest to the life-changing benefits of a skiing-centric existence – from building a loving family to forging friendships worldwide and continuously honing my skills in my favorite activity year after year.We hope you enjoy this episode and find inspiration in Chris's insights. For more information about Snowminds and how to connect with Chris and his team, visit https://snowminds.com.Thank you for tuning in!Tom Gelliehttps://bigpictureskiing.comWant a free ski lesson video?https://bigpictureskiing.com/zen/upandoverdrillAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this latest episode of the Big Picture Skiing podcast, we're on a mission to demystify ski edge tuning, proving just how simple and achievable it is for all skiers. Many shy away from DIY tuning, but we're here to change that. Join us as we break down the process into easy steps, applicable to both new and seasoned skis. Our guest, Chris Hillier, world-class ski tuner and owner of Sidecut Tuning, will expertly guide us. These steps are so user-friendly that the required tools fit in a toiletry case, ready for any ski trip. Tune in for actionable insights, pro tips, and a better, safer, and more enjoyable mountain experience!SHOW NOTESThe Big Picture Skiing Travellers Kit (Polishing Kit) Suggested in this podcasthttps://www.sidecut.com/product/KIT_BSC_POL.htmlVideos:How to tune the base edgehttps://youtu.be/wIm95CwvDw0?si=zV-d7mqukKq1fGyRHow to polish the side edgehttps://youtu.be/rtOcbMDlWFo?si=h5Utf1bEgxsq1tjRUsing Diamond Stoneshttps://youtu.be/xuK2zC5DsL4?si=jYeQkerym3KN23EZAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome to the podcast, fellow ski enthusiasts! Have you ever thought about the folks responsible for those perfectly groomed slopes that make your mornings on the mountain so enjoyable? Today, we're taking a closer look at the world of slope grooming.Imagine this: while you're still waking up, dedicated individuals up on the mountain are working hard to ensure your skiing experience is top-notch. These behind-the-scenes efforts often go unnoticed, but they're essential for creating the canvas we ski on. Let's give credit where it's due!Meet Alina Jackman, a true snow expert. She's not just a groomer driver—she's also a ski coach at Fernie Alpine Resort in Canada. Alina brings a unique perspective from her experience in various resort departments, making her a well-rounded professional. You’ll also discover that Alina is living her childhood dream of becoming a mountain groomer! It is always inspiring to hear from people that are living their and fulfilling their dreams.Alina's precision and passion for grooming create an experience that benefits skiers of all levels. Whether you're new to skiing or a seasoned pro, her attention to detail sets the stage for great moments on the mountain. We'll dive into her world and explore how grooming becomes an art that adds joy to your skiing adventure.In this episode, we'll cover:- How to start your journey as a groomer driver- The process of turning snow into smooth slopes- Dealing with challenging snow conditions- Exciting and nerve-wracking moments behind the wheel- How Alina's background as a ski instructor influences her grooming- The ups and downs of being a groomer- The rewards of this unique craftIf you're a fan of the Big Picture Podcast and want to enhance your skiing skills, consider joining the Big Picture Skiing community. Access a wide range of ski improvement videos on the website: https://bigpictureskiing.com.Listeners to the show can use coupon code PODCAST and get 25% off any subscription. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jason Simpson has been involved in the Canadian Ski Industry for over 30 years in many different roles. Ski Instructor, Instructor trainer, ski school director and training manager. What you will find interesting in this chat with Jason is hearing about some of his mentors along the way and how these mentors helped provide pivotal moments in Jason’s career. A great listen for any ski instructors out there wanting to take their profession to the top.If you are interested in joining the Big Picture Skiing Online Academy and have Tom Gellie and Jason Simpson Coach you this winter please click the link to find out more and apply https://bigpictureskiing.com/pages/bpsacademyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There is a spectrum of performance within ski boots, from beginner all the way to the elite. In this podcast episode Tom Gellie chats with Brent Amsbury about when is a good time to look at moving up in performance. More aimed at the advanced skier out there who is wondering if a stiffer boot is really going to give them that next edge this episode aims to inform you on plug boots. The topic of supportive vs minimal footbeds is also discussed and pros and cons of both are presented as well as who might benefit from either type of footbed.Tom Gellie runs an online ski school called Big Picture Skiing. He creates content on every aspect of skiing imaginable designed to help you improve your skiing. If some of the topics Tom brings up intrigue you I believe you would find much of the content on www.bigpictureskiing.com helpful in your pursuits of improvement. Whether thats learning to ski or teaching people to ski. Check it out if you are looking for more answers to your ski problems and feel stuck in your progress.Listeners to the show can use coupon code PODCAST and get 25% off any subscription.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Did you know not all ski bindings have the same height between heel and toe piece. Some have a higher heel piece than toe and some are flat. This angle is referred to as binding delta and has an impact on your balance and feel of your skis. Find out what this means for your skiing as it could be limiting your ski performance. Not inhibiting you from skiing but possibly leaving something on the table in terms of carving your turns. Lou Rosenfeld helps inform us of the simple method of measuring your binding delta and also how your ski boot length is a factor to this angle. Don’t ski blindly on your equipment, find out what angle works best for you. Please leave a comment below if you discover binding delta was a factor in why you liked or disliked a ski. -How to simply measure your binding delta angle. -Difference between brands of binding -Ramp angle vs delta angle-Effect on how the ski tip engages -Effect of ski boot size on delta angle-Stories from Tom and Lou on binding delta.If you are seriously into your skiing then you will find the Big Picture Skiing App and website a great resource for your learning. Designed for skiers from intermediate to full time professional instructors, BPS is a method you can be taught and coached by Tom Gellie. Find out more and try a 7 day free trial at https://bigpictureskiing.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Deb Armstrong and Tom Gellie answer questions from subscribers about skiing and ski improvement.- How to improve if you only ski 1-2 weeks a year?- Ski selection. What skis are best?- If you could only teach 3 things what would they be?- Beliefs you held but no longer do?- The inside knee and foot how important is it?- What informs you?- What do you think of the white pass turn?And more…..Thanks for listening. If you’re interested in learning more from Tom you can checkout his page https://www.bigpictureskiing.comUse coupon code PODCAST to take 25% off any subscription. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This podcast chat with the smoothest Carving snowboarder on the plant Ryan Knapton, is a must for all skiers. Why? Because skiing and snowboarding have more similarities than differences IMO and sometimes the best lessons come from a source outside of your usual circle of information. Tune in and hear about Ryan’s journey to carving mastery, his discoveries about equipment, seeking knowledge outside of your circle, never letting boundaries get in your way and lots more. Intrigued by what Big Picture Skiing is about? Checkout a FREE in depth video lesson on ankle, knee and hip alignment in skiing. https://bigpictureskiing.com/zen/anklekneehipalignmentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tomass Marnics is back again on the podcast to catchup and discuss hip position in skiing. This is his most recent area of focus with his students. The goal being to help them discover the most powerful position to align the pelvis with the foot and the ski. This is interesting as many high level coaches around the world are focused on this very topic but coming at it from slightly different angles. Tomass also introduces us to Nick Abromov from Yeti Ski Coach. An app using Artifical Intelligence to assess a video of your skiing and tell you what to focus on to improve. Tomass is working with Yeti Ski Coach to help develop the prescriptions for the problems identified. This is a fascinating topic as we all know AI is working its way into every industry around the world. It’s only a matter of time before it was in the ski world with video. Tune in to find out more.Yeti Coach website https://yeti.coach/Big Picture Skiing website https://bigpictureskiing.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the latest Big Picture Skiing Podcast episode Brent Amsbury joins us again to give some ski boot recommendations to those people with narrow or low volume feet. Brent explains that narrow feet are some of the trickiest types of feet to fit well in a pair of ski boots so we wanted to share some advice on what models of boots currently do a good job at solving this issue. Brent also shares his experience of binding ramp angle/delta and how he fixed his ski touring setup from being difficult to make a good turn to super easy. The takeaway from this discussion is to measure your binding ramp angle and find out what angles work best for you! Thanks for listening and apologies for some of the audio I had to do this podcast in my car as the local network was down and I had no internet in my office. Chers Tom Gellie Big Picture SkiingBig Picture Skiing Academy https://bigpictureskiing.com/pages/immersion-programsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy