JIM&WS organises skiing courses at Sonamarg

Srinagar, Feb 21: The Basic Skiing Course - 63 and Intermediate Skiing Course 18 were organised by JIM &WS at its training area of Sonamarg, attracting a total of 93 participants from across the country.

A statement said that the courses aimed to provide comprehensive training in skiing techniques while fostering a spirit of competition and camaraderie among the trainees.

The curriculum encompassed essential skiing skills such as Sliding, Gliding, Schussing, Fall & Recovery, Side Stepping, Snow Plough & Break, Herringbone, Snow Plough Turn, Traverse & Kick Turn, Stem Turn, and Stem Swing. Additionally, participants received medical lectures and engaged in a peak-to-slalom competition.

According to the statement, recognitions were awarded to Bhakti Khakkar, Suchita Verma, Mehr Billwaria, Victor, Idris Khurshid Wani, FC (NCC) Mayank Joshi, Ayan Naik and Sheikh Misbah Ul Haque.

Cadet (NCC) Sujata Priyadarshini Sahoo (Girls) and Zubair Ahmad Dar (Boys) were acknowledged for their outstanding performance in slalom skiing and Cadet (NCC) Sujata Priyadarshini Sahoo was recognized as the best overall student. The statement said that the intermediate Skiing Course 18 was focused on advanced skiing techniques including Traverse & Kick Turn, Stem Turn, Stem Swing, Dynamic Stem Swing, Parallel Turns, and Weddlen Turn. Similar to the Basic Course, participants also received medical lectures and competed in a peak-to-slalom competition.

Rahil Ahmad Chohan was honored for his proficiency in Langlauf skiing while Rahil Ahmad Chohan showcased exceptional skills in slalom skiing, earning recognition and Nissar Ahmad Dar was awarded the title of the best overall student.

The Basic and Intermediate Skiing Courses organised by JIM & WS provided invaluable opportunities for participants to enhance their skiing abilities, receive expert instruction, and engage in friendly competition. The recognition of outstanding performances further motivated participants to strive for excellence in the sport. These courses not only contributed to the skill development of the participants but also promoted the sport of skiing nationwide.