Black Diamond Freeheel Fun Weekend

Saturday, 13 August 2022

Highway 73

Come to this event and learn a different way to ski!

Telemarking (also known as freeheeling) is a fun skiing technique - named after the place it originated from, the Telemark region in Norway.

It is a squat-like motion, where the skier lifts the heel of their foot on the ski, creating better turns and control of their movement at a fast pace.

Broken River's Freeheel Fun Weekend event draws in telemarkers from far afield and is a great chance to get together with other freeheeling fanatics.

Happening over two days, the first day on Saturday has events running throughout the day, open to all telemark abilities, and there will be some spot prizes. If there is enough interest, some beginner clinics will be held.

You'll need to register for these events at Palmer Lodge on the day at 10-11am.

If you need to borrow telemark gear, there is some available for hire - please email Broken River in advance.

On Sunday, Broken River will host a telemark clinic aimed at helping skiers improve their style with a one and a half hour clinic at a cost.

Booking in advance is required by emailing Broken River.