Canaan Valley Resort to ski clinic for women Feb. 25-26

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Davis, W.Va. (January 2023) – Offering more than seven hours of group and personalized ski instruction in a fun and supportive environment, Canaan Valley Resort will host a ski clinic for women by women February 25-26. Additionally, the resort is now offering “Master the Mountain” private, all-day, individual lessons for intermediate or above skiers interested in improving their on-slope abilities.

“We’re seeing an enhanced interest in skiers’ desire to improve their skills,” said Matt Baker, General Manager at Canaan Valley Resort. “To meet the growing demand, we offer a menu of individual and group lessons tailored to a skiers’ particular skill level. As part of this, we are hosting the Women’s Ski Clinic and we are now offering more in-depth, individual, private lessons for those interested on a daily basis.”

Created for women who are intermediate skiers, age 18+, interested in taking their skills to the next level, the clinic – led by Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) certified women trainers – will help participants improve through on-slope instruction, video analysis, and offer advice on proper gear, equipment, and training.

The clinic begins at 8:30am on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Canaan Valley Resort ski area. Participants will ski with the instructor from 9:30am -noon and 1:30-3:30pm with a lunch break and video analysis in between. A group social will be offered Saturday evening. On Sunday, participants will ski from 9am-noon, and work on techniques learned the day before.

To register, or to learn more, contact the resort at (304) 866-2223.

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Throughout the season, intermediate or above skiers interested in private lessons personalized to their skill level can participate in the “Master the Mountain” program. Led by a highly trained PSIA level 2/3 certified instructor with master teacher credentials, the all-day lesson includes one-on-one instruction, video analysis, and lunch. At least three days advance registration required. To book a lesson, contact the Ski Area at (304) 866-2223.

For lodging, reservations or additional information, contact the resort at 800-622-4121 or visit the website at www.canaanresort.com.

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