Freestyle Specialist
Freestyle specialty certification managed by the Iron Team. ProPark is NRM’s second-largest annual event — a free event for instructors and coaches to collaborate and progress their freestyle skills.
Certification Levels
Prerequisites
- PSIA-AASI Level 1 certification in any discipline (recommended before taking FS1)
- Complete the Freestyle Track e-learning module for your primary discipline (Skiing or Snowboarding) at least 48 hours before the on-snow clinic
Assessment Modules
- Terrain park safety and etiquette
- Basic freestyle teaching progression
- Demonstration of fundamental freestyle skills
- Multi-disciplinary course including a written workbook, skiing/riding and teaching scenarios, and technical discussion.
- Must be an active participant and receive a passing score on demonstrated knowledge, understanding, teaching, movement analysis, and on-snow performance.
Professional Knowledge Exam
Complete the Freestyle Track e-learning module for your primary discipline (Skiing or Snowboarding — see Documents) at least 48 hours before the on-snow clinic.
Documents & Resources
Freestyle Specialist 1. Entry-level freestyle certification.
Prerequisites
- Freestyle Specialist 1
- Pass the FS2 online test with a score of 80% or higher at least 48 hours prior to the on-snow event
- Complete the NRM FS2 Workbook for discussion on the first morning of the on-snow event
Assessment Modules
- Advanced terrain park instruction
- Feature progression design
- Risk management
Includes a written workbook, skiing/riding and teaching scenarios, and technical discussion on progression through intermediate freestyle zones (ATML model and Smart Style integration).
Professional Knowledge Exam
FS2 online test must be passed with a score of 80% or higher at least 48 hours prior to the on-snow event.
Documents & Resources
Freestyle Specialist 2. Intermediate freestyle certification.
Prerequisites
- Freestyle Specialist 2
- Complete the NRM FS3 Workbook
Assessment Modules
- Expert-level freestyle instruction
- Program development
- Coaching methodology
Documents & Resources
Freestyle Specialist 3. Advanced freestyle certification.
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