Tools for Teaching Seniors

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Date: Monday, January 26, 2026 from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
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Event Type: Education Clinic

Location: Summit at Snoqualmie – Central

Registration Information:
– First Chair Rate: $140.00 (available through Sunday, January 11)
– Last Chair Rate: $155.00
– CEUs: 6

Prerequisites: Current PSIA-AASI Membership

Registration Deadline: Sunday, January 11, 2026, 11:59 pm

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Online Registration: CLOSED

Offline Registration: Contact the region office.

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Course Description:

What to expect :

– To have FUN

– Learn teaching tools for seniors

– Be introduced to low impact skiing/riding

– Be prepared to participate and interact in engaging group discussions, activities, and problem solving solutions when teaching seniors

– More understanding of the Senior Specialist program and what is expected during the event

Who is this for:

– Anyone wanting to gain more knowledge about how to pace a senior lesson

– Anyone wanting to learn the senior CAP (cognitive, affective, physical) model

– Anyone interested in a primer for the Senior Specialist 1 or 2 (SS)

– This clinic will include what motivates seniors

– All disciplines are welcome

– No certification is necessary

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this event, participants will be able to:

– Adapt to age-related change – Adjust terrain, pacing, duration and expectations for changes in strength, balance, vision, joint mobility and recovery.

– Choose equipment and tactics that help – Recommend equipment and turn-shape tactics that reduce load and build confidence for older students.

• – Communicate and motivate effectively – Frame goals and feedback around enjoyment, confidence and continued participation rather than performance milestones.

Additional Event Details:
The resort is supporting this clinic with tickets for those who do not have a season pass at the area.

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