77. Industry and Instructor Pet Peeves

77. Industry and Instructor Pet Peeves

Update: 2025-09-16
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In Episode 77 of 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,' hosts Matt Larson, Brian Donovan, and Chris Rogers delve into their pet peeves about snowboarding, instruction, and industry practices. They share listener emails and discuss topics like terrain park design, the importance of technical accuracy in coaching, and the attitudes of instructors. The episode provides insights into training practices and emphasizes the need for dedication and genuine passion in the snow sports industry.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:04 Reading Listener Emails

04:11 Catch Up and Personal Updates

05:18 Diving into Pet Peeves

17:46 The Importance of Honest Feedback

22:34 Terrain Park Design Flaws

35:19 Instructor Training Challenges

36:16 The Importance of Consistent Practice

36:57 Taking Ownership of Your Training

37:21 The Role of the Trainer

39:11 Effective Use of Clinic Time

40:18 The Value of Practice Time

41:55 Instructor Pet Peeves: Teaching Without Snowboards

45:16 Maintaining a Positive Attitude

52:59 The Importance of Passion in the Industry

58:56 Technical Accuracy in Teaching

01:01:48 Fast Passes at Resorts: Yay or Nay?

01:08:30 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead


This Week’s Hot Take: Resort Fast Passes


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77. Industry and Instructor Pet Peeves

77. Industry and Instructor Pet Peeves

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