This course is designed for beginner judges, coaches, and anyone new to the sport of freestyle slalom who wants to build a solid foundation in trick recognition and classification. Understanding how tricks are defined and grouped into trick families is essential for accurate judging, effective coaching, and clear communication within the sport.

Through practical explanations, visual examples, and guided analysis, this course breaks down the structure of freestyle slalom tricks — from basic movements to complex combinations. Participants will learn how tricks are categorized, what defines a trick family, and how these definitions are applied in real judging scenarios.

Whether you are stepping into the judging world or helping skaters build their runs strategically, this course will give you the tools to identify tricks confidently and understand their value within the sport’s scoring system.

What you’ll learn:

• The definition of a “trick” in freestyle slalom
• How tricks are grouped into families
• Key characteristics that define each trick family
• Common mistakes in identifying or classifying tricks
• How classification impacts judging and scoring

Who this course is for:

• New freestyle slalom judges
• Coaches preparing skaters for competition
• Skaters looking to understand judging criteria
• Anyone interested in the structure and logic of freestyle slalom performance