Freestyle Skiing

Speed, acrobatics and adrenaline. On skis. This is a young sport that debuted as a demonstration sport at the 1988 Calgary Games. Freestyle skiing was created in the 1960s, during a time of social change and a growing desire for more freedom of expression, even in sports. This led to the development of new and exciting skiing techniques. Freestyle Skiing was initially called 'hotdogging' because it involved a mix of acrobatic moves, aerials, and adrenaline. In 1979, the International Ski Federation (FIS) recognized freestyle skiing as a sport. They introduced new rules to make it safer, and the following year, the first FIS World Cup series took place.