SHEDARES EMPOWERMENT
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Shedares Empowerment 是一个致力于帮助更多女性进入户外运动领域的公益组织。
我们的核心公益活动——女子滑雪接力，通过“学习，成长，回馈”的循环，为女性滑雪者打造独特的支持体系。新加入的学员在通过学习后，考取教练资格证书。她们积累教学经验，再回到项目中以教练的身份带领、支持下一任学员，实现真正的“接力”。
我们希望通过一届届的接力，帮助更多女性进入这个行业，推动户外运动领域更加多元、女性友好。
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SHEDARES EMPOWERMENT is a non-profit organization committed to opening the doors of outdoor sports to more women.
At the heart of our mission is the “Pass the Pole” — a one-of-a-kind program built on the cycle of learning, growing, and giving back. Each new skier begins as a learner, earning her instructor certification and building real teaching experience. She then returns as a mentor, guiding the next generation of women on their journey — creating a powerful chain of support.
With every handoff, we envision more women breaking into the industry, reshaping the culture of outdoor sports into one that is more diverse, inclusive, and empowering for women everywhere.
Season1 Participant Demi
Season1 Participant Riley
Season1 Participant Zoey
Season1 Participant Qu Jingyi
Workshop before season starts
Workshop before season starts
Workshop before season starts
Workshop before season starts
Season2 Participants Lingqi, Quinie, Quinn
Having fun in the mountains
Sponsored gloves for participants
Qu Jingyi receiving her CASI pin
FAQS
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女子滑雪接力是是一项专为女性打造的公益成长计划。自2023年夏季启动以来，我们始终致力于帮助更多女性加入滑雪行业。
每年九月至十月，我们开放学员招募。入选者将参与季前培训，用一个雪季系统精进滑雪技术、学习教学方法，并考取教练认证。
随后，她们进入行业积累实战经验，最终以导师身份回到项目中，助力新一代女性踏上雪道、突破自我——让我们共同将勇气、技能与支持传递，持续推动户外运动文化更加多元、平等，并陪伴每一位女性走向更广阔的山野。
本项目为公益性质，仅收取用于覆盖基础成本的报名费与保障名额有效利用的押金。
学员完成全周期参与后，押金将全额退还，助力更多女性无负担地踏上雪山征程。
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可以。对已经有滑雪基础，专注精进细节、学习教学部分的学员，完成接力的时常是两个雪季：第一年作为学员学习，第二年作为教练提供指导。
对新手来说，这个时长将被拉长：您可能会用两、三个雪季的时间学习。我们不希望有学员在没有准备好的情况下着急考取证书，或是过度练习、损伤关节。
具体进度与学习时长因人而异。
教练证书只是进入行业的起点，我们希望女子滑雪接力的每一个学员都可以在教练一路走得长远。
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是的。
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有。我们要求学员一周至少来雪场两次，保证学习进度。
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会的。我们会辅导大家进行报名与考前培训。
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可以。许多人通过carpool的方式往返雪场。不过我们建议开车，会比较方便。
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交通、滑雪装备与雪票自理。我们目前进行教学的雪场是Mount St. Louis Moonstone，学员需要购买银卡。
滑雪装备包括滑雪服、雪裤、滑雪袜、手套等配件。滑雪头盔必须穿戴。雪具可以购买，或者选择季节性租赁。（如果学员选择购买，教练会辅助挑选。）
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“Pass the Pole" is a mountain journey of growth and empowerment, designed specifically for women.
Each year, from September through October, we accept applications from new participants. Those who are selected will take part in pre-season training to prepare for the upcoming snow season. Throughout the winter, participants engage in systematic development of their skiing or snowboarding skills while also learning fundamental teaching methods. When prepared, they will take the examination to earn certification as ski or snowboard instructors.
After gaining professional experience working in the industry, they return to the program as mentors. In this role, they guide the next generation of learners, passing on not only skills but also courage and ongoing support.
As a non-profit initiative, we charge a registration fee to cover basic operational costs and a deposit to secure participation. The deposit is refunded in full upon completion of the program.
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Yes. Participants who already have a skiing or snowboarding foundation and wish to refine their skills while learning to teach can typically complete the full “Pass the Pole” cycle in two seasons: the first as a learner, and the second as a mentor.
For complete beginners, the timeline will be longer. We don’t encourage anyone to rush certification or over-practice at the risk of injury. Each person’s progress and learning pace will vary.
Earning an instructor certificate is only the beginning. We hope every woman in “Pass the Pole” continues to grow and thrive long-term in the industry.
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Yes.
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Yes. We require participants to come to the ski hill at least twice a week to maintain steady progress.
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Yes. We provide guidance throughout the registration process and offer pre-exam training.
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Yes. Many carpool to the resort. That said, driving is more convenient.
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You are responsible for your own transportation, equipment, and lift passes.
The current training location is Mount St. Louis Moonstone. Participants need to purchase either a Silver or Bronze Pass, depending on the training schedule.
Skis or snowboards can be purchased or rented. Instructors can assist in selecting suitable gear if you choose to buy.
Required equipment also includes a jacket, pants, ski socks, gloves, and other accessories. A helmet is mandatory.