Ski school: how to determine your skill level

  0 FIRST-TIMER / BEGINNER 1    1 - GREEN LEVELS 0 - 1
You have no previous experience (level 0) or you have tried skiing but cannot yet turn or control your speed (level 1). At the beginning of the lesson, you will get familiar with the ski equipment and learn to move on flat terrain. We will practice sliding, turning, and stopping on easy slopes. You will also learn how to use the lift and slope rules.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Trial lesson

  2 BLUE LEVEL 2
You can already ski gentle slopes while snowplowing and stop in a controlled manner, and you know how to use the lift. The lesson will develop your skiing to be more confident and faster. The goal is to learn parallel skiing and make skiing smoother and more controlled, also on intermediate slopes. You will also learn to use different lifts.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)

  3 INTERMEDIATE - RED LEVEL 3
You can ski parallel on intermediate slopes in a controlled manner. On steeper slopes, you may still feel insecure. We will practice skiing techniques so that you can ski safely and in control on more demanding slopes.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adult trick coaching (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)
• Two-day freestyle skiing course (weeks 8-10)

  4 EXPERIENCED - BLACK LEVEL 4

You can ski confidently and at good speed on all types of slopes. We will train carving turns, athletic and fast skiing in demanding slope conditions and on special performance areas.

LEVEL 3–4 Freestyle skills such as mogul skiing, slopestyle, slope tricks, park skiing, and pipe offer additional challenges to slope skiing.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)
• First-lift carving clinic (weeks 8-10)
• Two-day freestyle skiing course (weeks 8-10)

  0 first-timer / beginner     1 - green levels 0 - 1
You are trying snowboarding for the first time (level 0) or have tried once or twice but cannot yet make smooth turns on both edges on easy slopes (level 1). At this level, you will practice moving on flat terrain, sliding and stopping on both edges, basic turns on easy slopes, using the lift, and falling and getting up safely. You will also learn slope rules.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Trial lesson

  2 blue level 2
You can snowboard on gentle slopes and make turns on both edges. You can stop in a controlled way and use the lift. The lesson will focus on confident riding and smooth turns, including practice on intermediate slopes. You will also learn to use different lifts.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)

  3 intermediate - red level 3
You ride confidently on intermediate slopes. The lesson focuses on skiing stability and carving turns, so you can snowboard safely and in control on more challenging slopes.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)
• First-lift carving clinic (weeks 8-10)
• Two-day freestyle course (weeks 8-10)

4 experienced - black level 4
You ride confidently on all slopes. Lessons include athletic, fast, and smooth riding in varied slope conditions and performance areas. Training improves balance and board control in all situations.

Levels 3–4: freestyle skills such as slopestyle, slope tricks, park riding, and pipe offer additional challenges to slope riding.

Available options for participation:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)
• First-lift carving clinic (weeks 8-10)
• Two-day freestyle course (weeks 8-10)

0-1 green levels 0 - 1
When you try cross-country skiing for the first time (level 0), you'll get familiar with modern skiing equipment and trail culture. On classic skis, you'll first practice diagonal stride and double poling. For skating technique, you'll focus on a balanced, smooth basic technique and good glide. The terrain on the first lesson is an easy flat trail to keep things fun and enjoyable throughout the session.

Available options:

• Private lesson
• Trial lesson

  2 blue level 2
You've skied a bit, but there's still room to improve the basics. This lesson focuses on light and smooth skiing techniques and active use of the equipment. You will practice more skiing techniques depending on the discipline, for example, diagonal stride and double poling in classic skiing, plus good uphill and downhill technique. In skating technique, you'll work on rhythm, single and double push skating, different uphill techniques, and correct pole usage. The terrain is easy so skiing remains fun and relaxed throughout.

Available options:

• Private lesson
• Trial lesson

  3 red level 3
You have mastered the basics and have been skiing on trails. You may have skied quite a lot already, but when watching other skiers, you've noticed how relaxed, light, and efficient skiing can look. This lesson will give you the tools to ski in the same way! In classic skiing, we focus on weight transfer and push-off, proper grip for the push, and a smooth glide on the support ski. In skating, we refine active overall performance, rhythmic skiing style, and skating techniques suitable for varied terrain. The goal is an active, smooth, and relaxed skiing style and effortless use of different techniques.

Available options:

• Private lesson
• Trial lesson

  1 green level

You already handle turns and speed well in slope skiing. In this lesson, we practice basic slope tricks and small jumps and rails in the easy mini park. You will also learn park skiing rules and safety tips.

Available options:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)
• Two-day freestyle course (weeks 8–10)

  2 blue level

You have mastered the basics of park skiing from the green level. In this lesson, we practice rail tricks on easy tube rails and learn simple grabs in straight jumps, as well as 180-degree jumps from small jumps.

Available options:

• Private lesson
• Womens sessions (weeks 8-10)
• Adults' trick lab (weeks 8-10)
• Two-day freestyle course (weeks 8–10)

0-1 green level

First-time adaptive alpine skiing (level 0). This session introduces the sport and equipment for the very first time.

  2 blue level

Beginner adaptive alpine skier. You are already familiar with the assistive equipment used in skiing.

  3 red level

Intermediate adaptive alpine skier. You are a regular participant in adaptive alpine skiing. Lessons are conducted as private sessions at the ski school.

Adaptive alpine skiing allows everyone to enjoy the thrill and joy of skiing, even if you or a family member have a physical disability or condition requiring personal assistance. Our trained adaptive alpine instructors and the use of specialized equipment make it possible to experience new activities and learn new skills, including standing skiing or sit-skiing.

Lesson focuses are tailored to each student’s abilities and pace. Share your wishes and special needs with the instructor before the lesson so you can plan a session suited to your needs. All adaptive alpine skiing lessons at Pyhä Ski School are private, ensuring each student receives individualized instruction.

Some participants always need assistive equipment, while others may only require guidance and advice from the instructor. Skiers with balance challenges or limited muscle strength can benefit from the support of a standing skiing instructor or specialized support devices. For example, wheelchair users need a sit-ski to participate.

On sit-ski lessons, a skilled guardian, friend, or assistant is welcome to join. We will teach them the necessary basics to assist in skiing. It is important that family members, friends, personal assistants, or guides also receive instruction so that skiing together becomes a shared and enjoyable activity.