He slid his feet into the bindings, then got to his feet smoothly, all practice and looking good. Then, he grandly beckoned to the hill. "Don't feel bad if it takes you a few runs to get the hang of it. That's normal. Start by turning easily, straightening up, then turning the other way. You're most likely to catch an edge when you're straightening, so coming out of the turn is the part that needs the most practice.