As tempting as it is to relax and enjoy the resort while waiting for ski companions to finish their day on the slopes, there is a sense of missing out on the action while hearing over dinner the day’s fun-filled snow adventures. Non-skiers on a skiing holiday accompanying keen whippersnapper skiers or friends with years of ski experience under their belt, know this feeling all too well.
It’s never too late to learn to ski. Age is just a number and is not the main factor when it comes to skiing. Confidence is key, as we get older the more aware we are of the limits of our bodies. While often young ones remain oblivious and thus confident on their skis. Lessons are a must for learners of all ages, you can pick up the basics in a safe and fun environment with a professional ski instructor.
As an older skier you do need to be quite fit. Skiing is a strenuous exercise and some strength and flexibility is needed, especially as a beginner you will spend a lot of time falling down and getting back up. It is also important to stretch before and after ski sessions. The older you are the more prone to injury you are, making sure you warm up can prevent this.
Skiing is a wonderful activity to experience with friends and family and once you get to grips with the basics you will feel healthy, euphoric and free. Don’t let age stop you from trying a lesson! There is now a big skiing market for the over 50s with many ski clubs catering solely for this older age group. In these groups you can learn to ski and have a well-deserved social drink afterwards. Give it a go and the next après ski dinner you have with loved ones, you will surely have your own funny ski story to add to the table.
