Beginner Course - Rules on the Slope

Responsibility Code

• Always stay in control, and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects.


• People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.


• You must not stop in spots where you obstruct a trail or that are not visible from above.


• Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others.


• Always use devices to help prevent runaway equipment.


• Observe all signs and warnings posted by snow resorts. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.


• Before using any lift, make sure you have the knowledge and ability to load, ride, and unload safely.

Additional Snowboarding Safety Tips

• Never snowboard alone.


• Snowboard on runs that are appropriate for your ability. For instance, beginning snowboarders should take lessons and start on bunny hills or easy slopes to practice turning and stopping.


• Stop only at the side of the pistes and kneel or stand facing uphill in order to see oncoming traffic.


• Before you change your direction, especially on a backside turn, look behind and check your blind spot.


• A security leash should be attached to your front foot.


• Your rear foot should be detached from the Snowboard Bindings when riding or boarding the chairlifts.


• Your board should be facedown on the piste with the bindings in the snow when it is not attached.


• Do not remove your Snowboard when traversing glaciers due to danger of crevasses.


• Know your limits. Rest if you are tired and go inside if you are cold.