Indiana University - Aspen/Snowmass Ski Courses Testimonials
	CLASS TESTIMONIALS "Over all I had accomplished everything I wanted on this trip. I gained more experience on skis, gained a few more levels of ability, learned to carve using my legs and not so much of my upper body, and learned to maneuver moguls." "I did black runs that would have killed me before the beginning of the class. I could tell that I improved in a great way. I fell in love with skiing again!" "Skiing at Aspen is one of the most amazing things I have done in my life. I made new friends, learned a lot about an activity which I have grown to love, and developed a strong passion for what I have learned is a true ski town: Aspen, Colorado. I am infinitely thankful that I took this class, and I feel it was worth every dollar." "It felt like we were the only skiers on the earth and it was great! It was such a rush, and I felt brave and unstoppable." "You can put all kinds of people together, age, sex, race, whatever, and everyone is doing the same thing, and feeling the same thing. Skiing is just a great sport." "That one week in the mountains was bliss. I felt like I was away from the whole world." "You are truly, absolutely right about this place. There is just nothing like it." "I had a spectacular time and I savored every moment up to the final run." "By far, I'm sure this is my favorite class I have ever taken throughout my schooling." "A part of me can't help thinking that anywhere but Aspen just isn't the same. It was free from all those pressures and we all collectively, rose to our best and felt perfect in our own skin." "I got a chance to ski slowly and focus on my form and talk with the instructor on how to improve. I was really relaxed and just having a great time, like Lito said, "the skier dances with the mountain"...I felt that way today." "Overall I just wanted to say that this past week was the best week of my life, from skiing in the town of Aspen." "I believe that anyone can benefit from this class, no matter their skill level." "This was truly an incredible class, and a life-changing week. I would definitely recommend the course to anyone who is interested in skiing, at any level." "The week that I spent skiing in Aspen was unquestionably one of the greatest weeks of my life..." "I couldn't believe how much I learned. I thought I wouldn't get off the Bunny Hills, but I exceeded my expectations in my skills and accomplishments. I can do things and ski places I never dreamed I would reach. You're right Dr. Pugh. I'm addicted. I can't wait to go skiing again." "The skiing in this terrain was unreal to the human eye. It was like a dream come true for me. It was like ski heaven...All and all Aspen was a terrific experience. I accomplished all that I ever dreamed of achieving and then some...This class was awesome. The readings were very appropriate and the ski school teachers were very talented." "I found the class a wonderful success because I went from never skiing to level 6 skiing, and without this class that would probably never have happened." "This trip was honestly one of the best wishes of my life." "I'm thankful that I've taken this class and would recommend it to anyone I know." "I wouldn't trade those days for anything else Dr. Pugh - it was a time of a lifetime...I have told all of my friends to take the class - and intend to tell those that I don't even know." "I really want to say that I felt this whole experience was such a success." "I had an amazing trip and am looking forward to taking the advanced class the next chance I have...I had an amazing time skiing throughout the week and I feel that the classes I had attended and the movies and books that were assigned to us were as much a part of my progression as a skier as the physical act of skiing was." "I can say that this course has actually changed my life." "...it was one of the most exhilarating experiences of my life. I decided today that I am going to take the class again next year! There is no way I could pass something like this up again! This was honestly one of the most phenomenal weeks of my life and there is nothing that I would change about it. I learned so much about skiing and more importantly I learned a lot about myself. It is weird how you go on a trip intending to have a good time and come back with a whole new meaning of life. I know that I will keep this experience locked away in my heart forever." "I feel that the classroom part of this course helped me prepare for what I have encountered on the mountains in Aspen." "I am certainly only of one thing, that my words will never do it justice. I had the best time. In my life, ever...This was without a doubt a life-changing experience. Even with all my hopes of what I might gain from this experience, I walked away from it with more than I could have dreamed of. I feel moved in spirit and body. I am more aware of myself, my good qualities as well as those I would like to change. I think I have accepted that which I cannot change and that which I am not willing to waste the energy caring about. And, I know what I need to spend more time care about, like my friends, like my own happiness. Sadly it is rare in my college career that I have learned something that was profoundly effective in making my life beer as this course was." "This was a great week. It truly was a life changing event. I learned more about skiing than I thought was possible in a week and I made some great friends along the way." "This has been one of the best ski trips I have even been on. Aspen definitely lives up to the name. I understand why it is one of the top resorts in the world. Being a snowboarder, I didn't think skiing could be as fun or as challenging. I was definitely proved wrong." "This has been one of the best experiences of my college career thus far. I now realize studying is more than a textbook, it can also involve fun things. This trip has made me into a life long skier." "All-in-all, this was certainly a trip that I will remember for the rest of my life. I made a lot of friends on the trip that I plan to stay in touch with, along with learning a lot about skiing and most importantly, a lot about myself." "You can definitely count on me being in ski classes in the future." "This was by far the crowning highlight of my college career and I have had quite a few. I can't express the feeling and emotions you encounter when you ski the mountains of Aspen. The views are breathtaking and the atmosphere is just so refreshing." "This trip was a chance of a life time, something that I will live to tell about for many years to come. I will definitely take the advance course in the fall, because the only way to get the good of an experience again is to go back and do it all over! Thank you Dr. Pugh. This trip rocked!!!" "When I signed up for this class it was more with the mentality: "I'll try anything once...". However, now, I definitely feel that this is something I will continue to enjoy and improve on. It is a beautiful sport and definitely one of the funnest things I've experienced thus far. Thanks for making this class available...I don't think I would have gotten into skiing any other way. Thanks again." "Aspen is an amazing place that is almost surreal to a Midwestern boy like me. The mountains bring out the best in people, and I had an amazing time everyday from sun up to sun down." "I have been skiing many times before; however, none of my trips were like this one. I started off shaky, and ended with nothing but confidence. This experience was rewarding and truly amazing. I have become a better skier than I was before. Thank you Dr. Pugh for giving us the opportunity that everyone should be given. It was like none other. I hope that this class grows into one of the most popular class at Indiana University." "I think this trip changed not only my ability to ski, but my life as well. I have met some of the most wonderful people and have had the experience of a lifetime...I definitely recommend the program to anyone who thinks they might try it." "As a whole I couldn't have imagined what this trip would have given to me in a positive aspect. I had more than a wonderful time and can't wait to take this class next year." "It is reassuring to know that this week was the best I've ever felt skiing and that I know I can do it again. It was also quite fascinating to witness and experience the benefits of the methods and advice from the books we've read this semester. I am further confident that they didn't just prepare me for this week of simply skiing; they're a resource I will use for all sorts of applications and situations for much time to come." "I had a wonderful time in Aspen, and would like to thank you Dr. Pugh for the opportunity to take such an amazing class. I plan on enrolling in E396 next year and independent study the following year." "I don't know what else to say, but that I would not trade this experience for anything in the world... This was the best college course I have even taken." "I really miss Aspen, but I know this experience has truly shaped me...this was truly a trip of a lifetime." "This was one of the best weeks of my life. I learned how to ski, I learned about Aspen, Colorado, one of the more beautiful places in the world, and I met a lot of people different from me I now miss...I am forever appreciative, and will always remember this class/trip." "The things that I have learned in this class I will take with me through out my life as skiing. I was taught by some of the best skiers in the world, and I was taught in the class room by a long time skier and a Professor." "I think that that is the most important thing I learned this week; to have confidence in myself and my ability to ski. I am so thankful that we had a great program that was so well organized that we could take through Indiana University. I had a great time and am looking forward to coming back there and enjoying the beautiful mountains, wonderful weather and great people." For more information on HPER E296 - Basic Alpine Downhill Skiing click here. For more information on HPER E396 - Intermediate Alpine Downhill Skiing click here. Go back to IU ski course information, click here.