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AASI's 2023 framework of six snowboard fundamentals: longitudinal pressure, lateral pressure, pressure magnitude, tilt, pivot and torsional twist.
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An overview of how to describe a rider's ability in each discipline using self-assessment and observable criteria.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Bending and extending the legs so the board can follow terrain or load changes without throwing the rider off balance.
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Snowboarding adapted for riders with physical, sensory or cognitive impairments, including the Paralympic para snowboard disciplines.
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TermOrientation & naming
An alternative label for the same concept in a stated language, source or context; similar wording alone does not establish equivalence.
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TechniqueMovement & mechanics
Bending at joints so that body segments form angles that help manage edge angle and balance.
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TermOrientation & naming
In straight-jump spin naming, rotation that brings the rider’s back toward the direction of travel during the first quarter-turn.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The area under the rider through which they are supported — on a snowboard, the part of the board and edge in useful contact with the snow.
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Intentional change in snowboard shape under load, described by direction, location and task.
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TechniqueMovement & mechanics
A change in the board’s heading relative to a reference such as the slope or direction of travel.
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TechniqueMovement & mechanics
The board’s roll across its width relative to the supporting surface.
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Drill
Distinguish supported lower-leg action from toe-tip balancing and excessive seated heel action.
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TermOrientation & naming
A naming prefix commonly used for switch-frontside spins in modern snowboard jump terminology.
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TermOrientation & naming
The preferred label for one defined concept within a specified context.
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Method
Riding turns on the edge so the board follows its own arc with little or no sideways skidding, and the style of riding built around such turns.
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CASI's Level 2 grouping of snowboard skills into Position & Balance, Pivot, Edging, Pressure, and Timing & Coordination.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The single point where the rider's body weight can be treated as concentrated when analysing balance and movement.
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Technique
A balanced stance that permits movement through the joints; centred does not mean rigid or motionless.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Children; adults; returning riders; adaptive teaching; individual needs. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Comparative method registry:. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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Changing one demand at a time — terrain shape, surface, turn size or rhythm — starting from an established skill in familiar conditions.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Coordinated opposing rotations of body regions, commonly the upper body relative to the legs and board.
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Drill
Distinguish whole-board tilt from torsional action near one binding.
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An overview explaining the difference between a discipline, a style, a skill, a trick and a drill, and how the Bible connects them.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Reducing the load on the board by flexing quickly, so pressure drops for a moment and the edge change becomes easier.
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TermMovement & mechanics
How long a movement or phase of a movement lasts.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Staying balanced while moving, as speed, terrain, edge angle and forces keep changing.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The angle of the board relative to the local snow surface, rather than a measure of body lean.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Transferring from one working edge to the other.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Establishing an edge-snow interaction that provides the intended support or direction control.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Reducing edge engagement sufficiently for the intended task; not necessarily a prolonged flat-base position.
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Controlling how much the board is tilted onto its edge, and when, to grip the snow and steer.
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Drill
Link approach, progressive braking and a stable chosen-location finish.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Straightening a joint, such as the ankle, knee or hip, so the body segments open up.
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TermOrientation & naming
A backwards-riding or reverse-travel label whose precise use depends on the source and board-sport tradition.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Fear and confidence: graded tasks; choice; achievable criteria. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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Useful feedback connects one observed action to an achievable next attempt. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Bending a joint, such as the ankle, knee or hip, so the body segments close together.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The direction along the board, from nose to tail.
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SkillMovement & mechanics
Managing the rider’s relationship to the board’s lengthwise support so the intended movement remains controlled.
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Method
Riding the whole mountain, especially natural terrain and off-piste snow, with an emphasis on line choice rather than park features.
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MethodFreestyle & trick grammar
Snowboarding centred on tricks, creative movement and combinations on snow, jumps, obstacles and transitions.
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TermOrientation & naming
The foot described as front under a stated reference convention: either the rider’s usual front binding or the foot leading in the current travel direction.
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TermOrientation & naming
In straight-jump spin naming, rotation that brings the rider’s chest toward the direction of travel during the first quarter-turn.
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TermOrientation & naming
Right-foot-forward stance in the rider's usual direction.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The supporting or resisting effect of the board-snow contact that limits unwanted slip.
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Method
An observation requires enough view of approach, support, flight and finish. Missing information remains unknown. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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TermOrientation & naming
The edge adjacent to the rider's heels; it remains the heel edge in switch.
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Drill
Join short along-board travel to a rounded heel-side finish.
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Connect gradual heel-edge release with a deliberate same-edge stop.
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A guide to finding knowledge in the Snowboard Bible by trick name, task, error, ability, conditions or video.
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TechniqueMovement & mechanics
Leaning the body relative to its support during riding.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Instructor development: technical, teaching and people skills; reflective practice. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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TermMovement & mechanics
How strongly an action is performed within a particular task.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Internal/external attentional cues; demonstration; imagery; vocabulary. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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The basic movements of the ankles, knees, hips and spine — flexing, extending and rotating — that riders use to balance and control the board.
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How speed, takeoff shape, pop timing and landing geometry combine to produce a jump's flight and landing.
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SkillMovement & mechanics
Managing how loading acts across the board’s width and between its toe-side and heel-side support.
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TermOrientation & naming
The foot ahead in the current direction of travel; it changes when travel reverses.
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Method
A criterion describes observable control in stated conditions. Repetition, stance and conditions matter. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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Useful feedback connects one observed action to an achievable next attempt. A criterion describes observable control in stated conditions. Repetition, stance and conditions matter. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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An overview of what riders can safely learn on their own and when an instructor, coach or mountain guide is needed.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Bending along the length of the board.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Method vs drill vs cue; evidence of applicability; competing explanations. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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Drill
Build an available stance instead of a rigid or end-range posture.
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Explore vertical range without confusing low posture with unloading.
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TermOrientation & naming
The designated physical front end of the board; its name does not reverse in switch.
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Drill
Diagnose timing, intensity or duration rather than change everything at once.
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Prevent confusion between physical board ends, edges and the current leading foot.
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An overview of the orientation terms used to describe a rider and board: regular/goofy, forward/switch, nose/tail and leading/trailing foot.
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Basic physics ideas that help explain snowboarding — forces, balance, friction, momentum and rotation.
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How the rider's body position over the board supports balance and readiness to move.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Where loading acts along or across the board.
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TermMovement & mechanics
How much load the board is carrying against the snow at a given moment.
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Skill
Regulating the amount of pressure between board and riding surface.
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Controlling how much pressure the board carries and where along and across it, throughout a turn or trick.
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Competitive snowboarding against the clock or other riders, including alpine gate racing, snowboard cross and banked slalom.
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A guide to reading Bible entries that describe movement: rotation directions, notation and what each field means.
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TermOrientation & naming
The foot described as rear under a stated reference convention: either the usual rear binding or the foot trailing in current travel.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Elastic return after the board has been bent and loaded.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Adjusting the rider-board relationship to regain useful support for the next action.
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Method
Everyday snowboarding on resort slopes for enjoyment, from first days to confident all-mountain riding.
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TermOrientation & naming
Left-foot-forward stance in the rider's usual direction.
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Method
Other board sports — such as skateboarding and surfing — whose tricks, words and style influence snowboarding.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Drawing the legs or board toward the body during a movement.
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An overview of what to record about a rider before planning learning: experience, goals, stance, switch ability and available terrain.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Turning about an axis; specify whether describing the body, board or entire airborne system.
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How rotation is created, controlled and stopped in snowboarding — on snow and in the air.
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Drill
Separate looking ahead from an abrupt rotational arm rescue.
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Method
CASI's Static → Active → Free → Experimentation sequence organizing learning from supported practice toward independent exploration.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to SBSweet methodology: rider independence; technical understanding; measurable progression; transfer. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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A way into the Bible by goal — first day, confident piste riding, first carve, first press or first park session.
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A way into the Bible by problem — for example "I cannot do it", "I lose my edge" or "I cannot stop".
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TermMovement & mechanics
A difference in orientation or movement between body regions, commonly upper and lower body.
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Drill
Teach speed management through an appropriate path rather than turn frequency alone.
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Drill
Create controlled across-slope travel without committing to a full-width crossing.
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Drill
Develop one-foot mobility with recoverable pushes and reliable pauses.
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Drill
Join toe-edge departure to the known heel-side finish.
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Drill
Join heel release to supported toe shaping and stopping.
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TermMovement & mechanics
A sideways component of board movement relative to its orientation; it can be intentional.
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Method
This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Skills-based teaching; task-based teaching; guided discovery; constraints-based approaches. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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Drill
Distinguish redistribution along the board from torso reach or vertical loading.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Specialist schools: carving; Japanese ground tricks; freestyle; race; freeride. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The rider's arrangement over the board; distinguish body position from binding setup.
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Method
Turning the board by rotating parts of the body — legs, hips or shoulders — to change its direction.
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Drill
Teach reversible diagonal control before linking faster pendulum movements.
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TermOrientation & naming
Riding in the direction opposite to the rider's usual stance.
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TermOrientation & naming
The designated physical rear end of the board; its name does not reverse in switch.
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Method
Competitions and demonstrations in which riders are judged on the technical quality of turns and set riding tasks rather than on tricks.
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TermMovement & mechanics
When an action occurs relative to the movement or terrain sequence.
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TermOrientation & naming
The edge adjacent to the rider's toes; it remains the toe edge in switch.
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Drill
Join short glide to a toe-side path without tiptoe or waist collapse.
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Drill
Build toe-side edge control while retaining visibility and supported feet.
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TermMovement & mechanics
The board's capacity to twist along its length.
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TechniqueMovement & mechanics
A difference in the board’s tilt along its length, produced by twisting rather than rolling the entire board as one rigid shape.
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TermOrientation & naming
The foot behind in the current direction of travel.
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Method
How a snowboard turn is produced: edging, rotation, pressure and balance working through the phases of the turn.
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Drill
Develop linking while preserving recentring, shape and a final stopping plan.
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Method
An overview of how the Bible handles unknown terms, conflicting definitions and movements that have no established name.
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TermMovement & mechanics
A reduction in board loading during a movement; it does not necessarily mean becoming airborne.
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TermMovement & mechanics
Reducing the load on the board by extending upward, so pressure drops at the top of the movement and the edge change becomes easier.
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This page applies the teaching and feedback framework to Whole/part practice; blocked/variable practice; progression/regression. Treat the listed dimensions separately rather than assigning one universal cue to the whole topic. An effective lesson connects a clear task, suitable terrain, a limited movement cue and an observable response. The instructor adjusts the task from evidence rather than delivering every cue at once.
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