Derek TateJun 8, 20233 min readInterski 2023 - Hungarian ReportA fantastic lecture about bridging drylands drills with on-snow nordic and alpine skiing emphasising functional movements.
Derek TateMay 18, 20232 min readInterski 2023 - Danish ReportAn inspiring technical workshop from team Denmark plus an excellent indoor lecture on cooperative learning from Interski 2023 in Levi.
Derek TateMay 10, 20232 min readInterski 2023 - Canadian ReportA report from Interski 2023 in Levi, Finland about the Canadian teaching philosophy which prioritises function over form.
Derek TateMay 4, 20232 min readInterski 2023 - Australian ReportA great on-snow workshop all about the Australian Teaching Approach delivered at Interski 2023 in Levi.
Derek TateApr 2, 20233 min readInterski 2023 ReflectionsInterski 2023 Congress initial reflections ahead of a more detailed report on this snowsports teaching worldwide event.
Derek TateNov 3, 20217 min readJust tell me what I'm doing wrong... This is one of the most common type of phrases I have heard learners say and it is such a 'negative' way to begin a lesson.
Warren JobbittSep 24, 20215 min readHow to Train and Ski Better: Designing your training daysSki training days consist of 5 stages; physical warm up, skiing warm up, skill acquisition, skill performance and a cool down/debrief.
Derek TateAug 12, 20212 min readGuest bloggers coming soonThe Parallel Dreams Coaching Academy blog will be featuring articles from three guest bloggers over the coming months. Find out more...
Derek TateMar 3, 20214 min readBeing truly learner centred in snowsports: What are their needs? What does it mean to be truly learner centred? What are their needs and how do we address them in the snowsport environment where we work?
Derek TateJan 1, 20215 min readFlow and the art of performance It is not enough to just know about and understand flow as achieving this state is deeply embedded in how you learn from the outset.
Derek TateOct 28, 20203 min readHelp in challenging times and beyondLearn, Enjoy, Flow & Grow (LEFG) is essentially a 'coaching method' for the self or those with whom you work.