All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding

Bonus. Catch-Up Session + Hot Take

In this mini-episode of 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,' hosts Brian Donovan, Matt Larson, and Chris Rogers return after a busy period of team and regional training. They share updates about their recent activities, including travel and new gear. The conversation shifts to the excitement of the snowboarding season, the challenges of early season conditions, and their thoughts on the evolution of snowboard tricks. The hosts debate the merits of stylish, slower grabs versus highly technical spins in the pipe, and discuss their personal favorite tricks. They also touch on their upcoming schedules and encourage listeners to engage on social media and check out their merchandise. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:24 Busy Schedules and Team Training 01:47 New Gear and Exciting Updates 06:22 Snowboarding Tricks and Hot Takes 18:34 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts Calls to Action: * Subscribe, share, and leave a review! * Check out the merch on our website: http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  * Send your questions for future mailbag episodes to info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com * Follow us on socials @LearnedFromSnowboarding Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com [info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com]  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/learnedfromsnowboarding/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/capnr3dbeard/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/slippery___slopes/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/livewntr/]

83. Demystifying ATML

In this episode, hosts Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan dive into the ATML model (Approach, Takeoff, Maneuver, Landing) used for teaching and analyzing freestyle snowboarding. They discuss the importance of breaking down tricks into these four zones, providing insights on how understanding each phase can improve performance and troubleshooting. The conversation blends nostalgic references to classic TV shows and historical elements that have influenced snowboarding. The hosts also share their 'Mount Rushmore of Snowboarding,' highlighting influential figures in the sport. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of freestyle snowboarding and its pedagogy. 00:00 Nostalgic Beginnings: Sesame Street Memories 00:24 Introducing the Hosts and Episode Theme 00:34 ATM and L Model: An Overview 02:33 Defining the ATM and L Model 03:03 The Importance of Approach, Takeoff, Maneuver, and Landing 07:36 Coaching Insights and Practical Applications 23:36 Freestyle Snowboarding Standards and Fundamentals 28:21 Global Adoption of the ATM and L Model 34:47 Recognizing Maneuver Zones 35:40 Analyzing Takeoff Techniques 37:15 Speed, Pop, and Spin in Snowboarding 38:04 Phases of the Turn 38:43 Hot Takes: Mount Rushmore of Snowboarding 46:05 Dirtbag Mount Rushmore 50:35 Merch Store Shoutouts 51:48 Wrapping Up and Future Episodes This Week’s Hot Take: Is snowboarding physical, emotional, or spiritual? Next Week: Matt, Brian, and Chris are at Team Training. We’ll try to get an episode out, but there may be a delay! Calls to Action: * Subscribe, share, and leave a review! * Check out the merch on our website: http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  * Send your questions for future mailbag episodes to info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com * Follow us on socials @LearnedFromSnowboarding Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com [info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com]  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/learnedfromsnowboarding/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/capnr3dbeard/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/slippery___slopes/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/livewntr/]

82. Understanding Fitts and Posner's Stages of Motor Skill Development

In Episode 82 of the 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding' podcast, hosts Matt Larson, Chris Rogers, and Brian Donovan explore the Fitts and Posner model of motor skill development. They discuss its application to snowboarding and skiing instruction, breaking down the stages of cognitive, associative, and autonomous learning. The trio delves into the history of motor skill development within their organization and explains how these stages correlate to their one-through-six assessment scale used for instructor feedback. They further debate whether Fitts and Posner implies proficiency and how the model can help understand students’ learning stages better. Additionally, the hosts touch on the emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects of snowboarding and share insights on how the model relates to their experiences as instructors and coaches. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:25 Understanding the Fits and Posner Model 02:25 Motor Skill Development in Snowboarding 04:18 Listener Milestones and Gratitude 04:54 Deep Dive into Cognitive, Associative, and Autonomous Stages 15:10 Applying the Model to Teaching 21:55 Instructor vs. Coach: A Detailed Discussion 33:33 Instructor-Student Dynamics and Learning 34:45 Personal Learning Experiences 36:37 Teaching Techniques and Skill Development 39:49 Skill Proficiency and Motor Learning 50:08 The Emotional and Spiritual Aspects of Snowboarding 55:08 Closing Thoughts and Announcements This Week’s Hot Take: Is snowboarding physical, emotional, or spiritual? Calls to Action: * Subscribe, share, and leave a review! * Check out the merch on our website: http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  * Send your questions for future mailbag episodes to info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com * Follow us on socials @LearnedFromSnowboarding Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com [info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com]  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/learnedfromsnowboarding/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/capnr3dbeard/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/slippery___slopes/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/livewntr/]

81. Snowboard Boots, Cross-Training, and The Great Socks Debate | Hot Takes 4

In Episode 81 of the 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding' podcast, hosts Chris Rogers, Brian Donovan, and Matt Larson share listener feedback and dive into a series of hot takes. They discuss various snowboarding topics, including the optimal snowboard boot size, effective off-season cross-training activities like foil surfing and play boating, and the best type of snowboard socks. The hosts also address listener questions about start-of-season goals, teaching switch riding, and the debate on whether Level 3 instructors should teach beginner lessons. The episode is a lively discourse filled with insights and humor, reflecting on both technical and fun aspects of snowboarding culture. 00:00 Dinosaur Jokes and Golf Mishaps 01:41 Listener Shoutouts and 35,000 Foot Challenge 02:50 Merchandise and Halloween Costumes 05:40 Hot Takes Introduction 06:27 Boot Size Debate 10:24 Off-Season Training: Surfing and Play Boating 14:59 Foil Surfing and Air Chair Experiences 19:13 Level Three Instructors for Beginners? 28:01 Skiers vs. Snowboarders: Who Scratches More Snow? 29:54 Stealing Tricks from Skiers 31:51 The Art of Teaching Snowboarding 35:42 Switch Stance: The Great Debate 42:24 Thin vs. Thick Snowboard Socks 51:34 Headphones While Riding: Yay or Nay? 56:42 Final Thoughts and Season Prep This Week’s Hot Take: It’s all hot takes! Next Week’s Episode: Fitz & Posners Calls to Action: * Subscribe, share, and leave a review! * Check out the merch on our website: http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  * Send your questions for future mailbag episodes to info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com * Follow us on socials @LearnedFromSnowboarding Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com [info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com]  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/learnedfromsnowboarding/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/capnr3dbeard/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/slippery___slopes/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/livewntr/]

80. Decoding Down-Unweighting and Retraction | Commonly Misunderstood Pt. 6

In episode 80 of 'All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,' hosts Brian Donovan, Matt Larson, and Chris Rogers dive into the intricacies of down-unweighting and retraction, common snowboarding skills that are often misunderstood. They clarify the nuanced differences between these two movements, explore their applications in certification contexts, and discuss the technical skills required for each. The episode also includes personal anecdotes, like struggles with retraction demos, and practical advice for both freestyle and alpine snowboarding. Additionally, they touch on the importance of industry leadership, discussing whether having a CEO who rips on a snowboard adds value to a company.  00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:25 Listener Questions: Down Unweighting and Retraction 03:17 Defining Down Unweighting 07:07 Technical Nuances of Down Unweighting 17:15 Introduction to Retraction 21:35 Retraction in Freestyle and Carving 27:22 Practical Applications and Training Tips 31:30 Mastering Snowboard Flex and Retraction 33:18 Building Forces and Timing in Snowboarding 35:02 Analyzing Turn Techniques and Forces 37:59 Visual Differences in Snowboard Turns 39:30 Hierarchy of Snowboard Turns 40:04 Choosing the Right Turn for the Terrain 44:19 The Role of Snowboard Company Leaders 46:07 The Importance of Passion in Snowboarding 53:03 Upcoming Topics and Closing Remarks This Week’s Hot Take: Importance of CEOs who snowboard. Next Week’s Episode: Fitz & Posners Calls to Action: * Subscribe, share, and leave a review! * Check out the merch on our website: http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  * Send your questions for future mailbag episodes to info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com * Follow us on socials @LearnedFromSnowboarding Thanks for listening and being part of our community. We love your questions and feedback—keep them coming! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Hosts: Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan Website:http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com [http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com/]  Email: info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com [info@learnedfromsnowboarding.com]  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/learnedfromsnowboarding/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/capnr3dbeard/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/slippery___slopes/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/livewntr/]