Remember those early days? The wobbles, the tumbles, and the desperate, pizza-shaped plea for the skis to just… stop? We all start somewhere on the slopes, usually with a generous dose of flailing and a heartfelt prayer to the snow gods. But for Anish Pujar, those days are officially in the rearview mirror, replaced by the satisfying whoosh of carving through Alpine powder!

Anish has officially smashed through the Ski Kinder Fortgeschritten (Intermediate Children’s Ski) level at the legendary Freisinger Skischule. This isn’t just a certificate; it’s a badge of courage earned on the steep, chilly slopes of Bavaria.

What Does “Intermediate” Actually Mean?

It’s the transition from “surviving” to “shredding.” Based on his progress card, Anish didn’t just participate—he dominated. Here is the breakdown of the mountain-sized skills he mastered:

• The Weight-Shift Wizardry (Pflugkurven): Anish moved beyond the basic “pizza” brake. He’s now using subtle weight shifts to guide his skis, turning the snowplow into a steering mechanism rather than just an emergency stop.

• Need for Speed (Steigern des Tempos): If Level 1 was a slow crawl, Level 2 is a sprint. Anish learned how to let the skis run flat and handle the wind in his face without panicking.

• The Red-Run Renegade: Perhaps the biggest milestone! He graduated from the flat, easy “Blue” runs to the steeper, more challenging Red Slopes. This requires nerve, better edge control, and a whole lot of confidence.

• Ninja Navigation (Schrägfahren & Seitrutschen): He mastered the art of the “side-slip”—a vital safety skill that allows a skier to slide sideways down steep or icy sections they aren’t quite ready to turn on yet. It’s the ultimate “get out of jail free” card on the mountain.

• Catching Air (Pistentricks): To build balance, Anish even started hitting small ramps and practicing “piste tricks.” Because what’s skiing if you can’t show off just a little bit?

The Rules of the Road

Beyond the physical skill, Anish also learned the FIS Rules of Conduct. He knows that the skier in front has the right of way and where it’s safe to stop. He’s not just a fast skier; he’s a smart and safe one, too.

What’s Next for the Alpine Ace?

With Level 2 almost fully checked off, Anish is already eyeing the Level 3: Allrounder category. The goal? Perfecting those elegant parallel turns and ditching the “pizza” shape forever.

So, if you’re at the resort and see a blur of blue and red zooming past you with perfect form, don’t be surprised—it’s probably just Anish Pujar heading for the black runs.

Congratulations, Anish! Keep your tips up, your goggles clear, and may your post-ski hot chocolate always be extra frothy.