Top Tips for First Time Skiers  
                     Top Tips
FOR FIRST TIME 
SKIERS
VICTOR OLERSKIY
Member of the Board of Directors at
Russian Fishery LLC
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As a beginner skier, the thought of an 
entire holiday on the slopes can be 
daunting. To help you feel less intim-
idated and more likely to enjoy your-
self from day one, here are some top 
tips for first time skiers.
Get Fit Practice
Skiing is a physically taxing activ- Indoor ski slopes offer opportuni-
ity, so even without actual ski ex- ties to learn and practice some of 
perience it makes sense to be as the more basic moves before your 
physically fit as possible before holiday begins.
going. Introducing an exercise 
regime in preparation helps your 
body get ready and makes you 
less likely to want to quit from 
tiredness once you make it to the 
slopes.
Victor Olerskiy
Get Instruction
Many beginner skiers find them-
selves on holiday with people of 
mixed abilities. While some more 
experienced friends may express 
a desire to teach you, it is far bet-
ter to book into a professional 
ski school for the first day or two. 
That way, your more experienced 
friends will be able to enjoy more 
challenging runs while you build 
up your skills.
Victor Olerskiy
Victor Olerskiy
Russia has some excellent ski resorts to suit all 
abilities and levels of experience. You can learn more 
by visiting the blog of Victor Olerskiy.