Too old to take up skiing

Hi,

I am new to the site and just after some advice. I am a snowboarder myself!!

I am off to Chamonix in 2 weeks and my mother is coming with me, she said she is happy to look for alternative things to do although she has said she might try a lesson.

Is 65 to old to take up skiing (having not done it myself not sure what muscles are used or what risks it has to someone slightly older)

She is reasonably fit for her age and walks regularly and goes to the gym a couple of times a week.

I personally think she should give it a go, but I don't want to persuade her to do something that may cause her injury.

Thanks in advance

Steve

has she thought of going to the snowdomes and having a private lesson she if she likes it? good on her if she does never to old for anything sounds fitter than me

Welcome to the forum. Take it from me, they are a friendly bunch of nutters. There is someone else new to the forum who took up skiing at 59. I know your mum is a few years beyond there, but if she is physically fit, why the hell not. Tell her to get some lessons and give it a go. You'll have her come along with you every year from now on until in her 80's I'm sure

Guys were learning at 70something the other week, never too old!

Just re read, as long as she gets an understanding instructor who can cater exactly to what she needs then that is cool. Would not recommend a group lesson.

I would say suck it and see I don't think age should stop you skiing :wink:

aaaawww eljay you getting your bus pass next year hee hee :shock:

Welcome to J2ski :D

From your post, I think your Mother will have a great time. She will likely be a lot fitter than many learners half her age, literally. Chamonix has many diversions, and she may not want to ski all day, so consider suggesting half day tuition so she does not feel too tired. A friend of a friend is skiing again this winter on 2 replacement knees (yes I know it's different) but age is no barrier.

steve3502 wrote:

She is reasonably fit for her age and walks regularly and goes to the gym a couple of times a week.

:shock: She sounds a lot fitter than me!

Welome to j2ski by the way :wink: