What is Ski Jumping? Ski Jumping is a sport in which skiers go down a takeoff ramp, jump, and attempt to… Read More
Is Ski Jumping a Safe Sport? Ski jumping is a safe, non-contact sport. Ski jumpers develop jumping skills at their own pace. Each… Read More
Explanation of Jump Suit Belts What is the purpose of belts on ski jumping suits? The purpose of the belt is to… Read More
Steps to Become a Certified Coach Coaching Certifications and Trainings Needed Listed below, are the steps, education and training that are required to… Read More
Ski Jumping Terms The Start: All ski jumps have different starting positions at the top of the jump. All modern… Read More
Explanation of USANS What is USA Nordic Sport (USANS)? USA Nordic is a 501 (c)(3) and the National Leadership Organization… Read More
USA Nordic Sport Membership Information Become a USA Nordic Sport Member! Register online for your annual membership: USANordic.org/membership Why should I have… Read More
Jump Ski Length & Binding Placement Ski Length U20 & U18: Skis cannot exceed 145% of a skier’s height.U16 & Below: Skis cannot… Read More
USANS Membership Join USA Nordic Sport! Register online for your FREE annual membership at USANordic.org/membership Member Benefits Welcome LetterMembership… Read More
What is Nordic Combined? Nordic Combined athletes compete in Ski Jumping and Cross Country skiing. The competitions begin with Ski Jumping,… Read More
Parents, Have You Checked Your Child’s Equipment? Ensuring the safety and functionality of equipment is a shared job, regardless of who owns the equipment.… Read More
Ski Jumping 101: Four Phases of a Ski Jump The sport of ski jumping, like any other activity, has its own terminology. For spectators, it is… Read More
Ski Jumping & Nordic Combined Glossary of Terms Bar Starts – The jumper sits on the bar before he/she goes down the… Read More