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In fall, we like to get the snowboard out and pull our kid around the house (on carpet) or around the yard (on grass) to introduce (or reintroduce) the concept of sliding sideways.
Look for a small, mellow hill where one parent can stand at the top (as the nudger) and one at the bottom (as the catcher). Position your child directly down the fall line and give a gentle nudge toward the other parent.
Once your toddler’s gotten the hang of gliding down, the real fun begins! Start training your child to squat with the snowboard very slightly angled down the slope.
For toeside, have your child face back up the hill and squat on the board. Like heelside, the board should only be slightly angled down the slope. Help your toddler slide across the hill this way with hands in the snow for balance.
How do you know when it’s time to start making turns? This will depend entirely on your toddler’s ability and comfort level. When your kids can confidently control their speed on both edges, they’re ready to move on to turning.
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