PSIA/AASI Central OnLine
March 2004

Where did the time go?
The winter season may be winding down in the Midwest, but there is still time to get in an education clinic, so don't put away your skis or board just yet!  Come join PSIA/AASI Central in Vail, Colorado on April 8-9, 2004. (Click here for agenda) Cost is just $100 for the two days, which includes complementary lift tickets.  Ladies - we still have the Women's Group led by former D-Team members, Carol Levine and Dee Byrne,  available for $140 for two days, also including complementary lift tickets.  Did we mention that this counts towards your education?  So what are you waiting for?  Click here for an event application and register today! 

EVENT INFORMATION                                                                                                                             
Special Events

Going to Marquette, MI?  Visit the U.S. Ski Hall of Fame!
There will be a social gathering at the U.S. National Ski Hall of Fame on Saturday, March 20th, following the day's clinics and exams. Everyone is welcome, including family and friends.  The U.S. National Ski Hall of Fame and Museum is located on U.S. Highway 41 between Second and Third Streets in Ishpeming, Michigan.  Click here to visit their website.

Renegade Rider Rally, April 12-16, 2004, Snowbird, UT
This event is hosted by the Northern Rocky Mountain Division.  The Rally is open to all AASI members, certified Level 1 and above.  All clinics will be led by past and present National Demonstration Team Members, NRM or Intermountain staff, members, and/or by nationally renowned coaches and experts in their fields.  Click here for registration information.  Deadline: March 15, 2004.

Remaining Scheduled Events for 2004

Date(s) Discipline(s) Deadline Location Event(s) Offered
3/13-14/04 Alpine $25 Late Fee Applies Wild Mtn., MN Children's Academy
3/13-14/04 Telemark $25 Late Fee Applies Mt. Bohemia, MI Level 2 Exam
Level 3 Exam
Level 2 Prep
Level 3 Prep
3/19-21/04 Alpine Postmark by 3/4/04 Marquette, MI Level 3 Exam
3/20-21/04 Alpine Postmark by 3/4/04 Marquette, MI Level 1 Exam
Level 2 Exam
Skiing Development
Teaching Development
Ski w/ The D-Team (Open to all Alpine Certification Levels)
Video Analysis
Level 2 Development Group
Level 3 Development Group
Education Staff Development Group
3/20-21/04 Snowboard Postmark by 3/4/04 Marquette, MI Level 1 Exam
Riding/Teaching Development
3/20-21/04 Telemark Postmark by 3/4/04 Marquette, MI Level 1 Exam
Workshop Clinic
Level 2 Prep
Level 3 Prep
4/8-9/04 Alpine/
Snowboard		 Postmark by 3/18/04 Vail, CO Spring Rally, Women's Seminar

Click here to be directed to the PSIA-C Events Page for further details about events and registration.  You can also see if any areas are offering lodging and lift ticket specials for PSIA/AASI Central Members. 

**Changes, Cancellations, Closed Event Clinics: Click here for up-to-date information.

EXAM INFORMATION

New PSIA-C Written Exams
Don't forget if you are studying for the Alpine Level 1, 2, or 3 written exam, that you must be studying from the these following manuals:

There manuals are available for purchase through the Central office (while our season's supplies last) or through the National office.

The material in the written exams is based on the National Alpine Certification Standards (Click here for National Alpine Certification Standards) and represents a minimum competency and understanding in teaching and professional knowledge for each certification level.

Taking the Alpine Level 2 or 3 Exam this season?
 Remember that you must have your written exam completed in order to have your application accepted for registration for the on hill exam.  This means that your application will be accepted by our office, but it does not guarantee you a spot in the exam until your written exam has been passed.  You can contact your section representative of your area to find an examiner who can administer the exam. (Click here for the list of Section Representatives.)  Remember that you can take a written exam at no cost at any of our regularly scheduled events, just contact the PSIA-C office to ensure that an exam will be made available for you.  Live near the Lansing, MI area?  You can take your written exam at the PSIA-Central office.  Our hours for exams are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST.

FREE STUDY MATERIALS

The following guides are available free at the PSIA-C Website: (Click here)

The PSIA Level 1, 2, & 3 Study Guides (Reference Material Only)
The AASI-Central Level 1, 2, & 3 Study Guides
Children's Accreditation Workbook (Click here for direct link)
*NEW* Adaptive Level 1 Exam Prep Workbook (Click here for direct link)
*NEW* Introductory Nordic Instructor Training Manual (Click here for direct link)

OTHER PSIA-C INFORMATION

PSIA/AASI Central Board of Directors Elections
It is that time again!   Click here to be directed to the official PSIA-C voting ballot.  Ballots must be received by March 15, 2004.

Lost Your Certification Pin? Click here to be directed to our Merchandise Order Form.

Leave Your Calling Card!
A great way to keep your students coming back to you is by giving out your own PSIA/AASI Business Cards.  You can get 250 cards for as little as $38!  Orders are shipped within 5 business days!  Excellent quality!  Click here to order your cards today!  Want to see a sample card?  Contact Katie at info@psia-c.org, and she will mail you a sample.

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