Using skis to move across snow is called skiing. Basic transportation, a leisure pastime, or a competitive winter sport are examples of purpose variations. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Ski Federation both recognize a variety of competitive skiing events (FIS).

People who lived in climates with snow for a significant portion of the year developed skiing in some way. The Sami (Lapps) claimed to have created skiing, and they were well known for using skis for hunting as early as the Roman era. In addition, from the ninth through the eleventh centuries, the Vikings utilized skis. In remote regions of Russia and the Scandinavian nations, skis are still occasionally used for travel.

Additionally, skiing has long been used in the military. Before the Battle of Oslo, Norwegian soldiers were observed on skis (1200). From the 15th to the 17th centuries, skis were used in battle in Finland, Norway, Russia, Poland, and Sweden. Ski troops were also employed in Sweden in 1452. In 1733, Capt. Jens Emmahusen penned the first guidebook on skiing for Norwegians. There has been a military ski since 1767. Competitions with cash awards. It’s possible that biathlons, which combine skiing and target shooting, had their origins in these games. The usage of military skiing for scouts and a form of mounted infantry with a first-strike advantage against minor targets lasted into the 20th century where snow conditions and topography favored it. Particularly, ski troops participated in both World Wars I and II. After returning to civilian life, many veterans, particularly those of World War II, were very active in promoting the sport of skiing.

Let’s take a brief look at the different types of skiing:

Snow Skiing : include snow-covered skiing. For snow skiing, a variety of competitive events are held. Cross-country, ski jumping, Nordic Combined, alpine skiing, and freestyle skiing are a few of the prominent competitions. The main competitions for snow skiing are the Winter Olympics and various World Cups.

Water Skiing : is a form of surface water skiing. Slaloms, jumps, and tricks are three distinct disciplines that are included in major championships. In addition, the sport hosts marathons and direct races.

Grass Skiing : is a form of downhill skiing on grass that requires specialized skis. Alpine skiing courses are comparable to the one being used.

Sand Skiing : is a sport that is only played in deserts since skiing is possible there because the sand is so fine. Sandboarding (see)

Equipment

Equipment used in skiing includes:

•Skis that may have skins, be textured for grip on inclines, or have wax added to reduce sliding friction. Twin-tip skis can be used to travel either forward or backward.
•Boots and bindings
•Poles
•Helmets
•Ski suits
•Ski goggles
•Skiing gloves
•Ski masks

Competition
The following disciplines are sanctioned by the FIS. Many have their own world cups and are included in the Winter Olympic Games.
•Cross-country
•Ski jumping
•Freeriding skiing
•Alpine skiing
•Speed skiing
•Freestyle skiing
•Snowboarding
•Skiboarding
•Telemark
•Grass skiing