Join us as we explore Sam Xu’s journey from childhood in China to becoming a Level 4 CASI instructor and a competitor on the Freeride World Tour. Discover insights on training, competition, injury recovery, and the importance of mentorship in the snowboarding community.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

02:54 - Sam's Early Life and Introduction to Sports

05:52 - Transition to Canada and Overcoming Language Barriers

08:44 - Career Beginnings in Snow Sports

11:51 - Coaching Experience and Its Impact

14:43 - Injury and Recovery Insights

17:37 - Advice for Fellow Athletes on Injury Recovery

20:39 - Sam's Certification Pathway in CASI

23:36 - Reflections on the Exam Process and Support

26:45 - Achieving Level Four

27:09 - Understanding Evaluation and Success

28:45 - The Role of an Evaluator

30:07 - Home Mountains and Teaching Locations

32:16 - Exploring Other Interests Beyond Snowboarding

38:31 - Palette Cleanser

44:55 - Key Turning Points in Career

51:57 - Mentorship and Influential Figures

55:29 - The Importance of Community in Snowboarding

59:09 - Fundamentals of Free Riding and Technique

01:00:43 - Mentorship and Learning from Legends

01:03:42 - Mental Preparation Strategies for Success

01:08:54 - Career Aspirations and Future Goals

01:15:02 - Role in the Snowboarding Community

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HOSTS (Instagram)

• Rob Whelan @robwhelanrides
• Jeff Chandler @jeffch