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Perform Christie-type linked turns (skidded turns) on an intermediate course — For Novice Skier Athlete can perform skidded turns on intermediate terrain through gates on the same hill.   Teaching Points Athlete can perform Christie-type turns on intermediate terrain. Athlete can maintain rounded turn shape while skiing on a course. Athlete is comfortable with increased speed of the intermediate terrain.   Faults & Fixes Chart     Error Correction Drill/Test Reference Athlete skis at each gate. Round out each turn by setting up for turn earlier. Use cones or brushes as turning gates.   Athlete is not ready for intermediate course. Go back to easier terrain or same hill with no gates and solidify skills. Linked Christie-type turns on appropriate terrain Athlete goes back to using a wedge, with no movement. Athlete is on terrain that is too steep.  Athlete should spend more time on gentler terrain and work on skills. Linked Christie-type turns on appropriate terrain

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