Building the Future: Junior Line Skiers in Action
This is the beginner act for youth skiers age 6 and up. Children learn to perform seated dock starts along with 4-7 other children at a time behind a single boat. The kids are typically grouped based on size and skill level. Junior line skiers practice three times per week. As the children become masters at skiing on two skis, they may also learn to drop a ski and slalom as part of the act. This act is a prerequisite for most other acts as it ensures the basic art of skiing is completed.
Skills Needed:
Due to the size of the team, each child should be able to follow directions well. Also, each skier should be comfortable if they were to fall into the water to remain calm until a safety vessel arrives.
Equipment Needed:
Each skier needs their own Coast Guard approved life jacket, preferably with a zipper and three buckles, and fitted properly. Everyone also needs their own pair of skis, and we generally find that wider skis are better for learning on than narrow skis.
