3 Years Old and Snowboarding
I have heard this snowboard question before, and I am here to answer it today. At what age can your kids start snowboarding? If you ask me, I would start teaching them as soon as they walk.
I bought my niece her first snowboard when she was three. From there we took her to the backyard and to a couple super small hills. We did not take her to a resort. Just find a hill where your kids can pick up a little bit of speed. This will allow them to ride in a very safe environment, and it will let them learn how it feels to have a board strapped to their feet. You will be amazed how well balanced kids are and how fast they catch on to riding the board down the hill.
The most important part is that you make sure your kids are having fun. It should also be fun teaching them how to shred. When they are little you will be pushing them all over the hill which lets you make up all kinds of games and activities to keep their mind into it. I think if you start your kids young there is a good chance you will soon be Boarding the Midwest All Day, Everyday.
August 30th, 2010 at 1:38 AM
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August 31st, 2010 at 9:26 PM
After reading the article “How children learn through play” and your blog suggesting to create games that keep childrens minds in the activity there are a couple things I would like to know considering you have taught many different age groups. What types of games work well to keep kids focused while trying to teach them snowboarding? Any examples? Also is there a difference in the type of game or activity that you play while teaching different age groups? Thanks.
September 1st, 2010 at 1:52 PM
This is the first I’ve seen of your blog, but it’s great to see some more midwest representation! Our company is actually out of Michigan, and it’s great to read some stuff from others out there who know what it’s like growing up riding on ice! In terms of getting kids started early, the earlier the better! I just think its key that you take the child’s personality into effect, and don’t push them too hard. Kids learn at their own pace, and you don’t want them getting too frustrated and wanting to quit.
September 1st, 2010 at 5:50 PM
Jenna, thank you for reading my blog! I love the Midwest, don’t really like the ice, but I also live in MI. Your comment on the personalities of the kids is spot on. Every person is different and everyone learns at a different pace. Hopefully I will get to meet you on the slopes this year! Thank you again for reading, and pray for some snow!
September 6th, 2010 at 8:09 PM
Schmails, thank you so much for leaving a comment. You bring up a couple great questions, so good that am going to answer them in a seperate blog! Thanks again for the comment.