Women in Snowboarding

The book explores the role of women in the origins, development, and contemporary landscape of snowboarding, focusing on organised and professional snowboarding. It examines the significance of women as participants, coaches, leaders, and high-profile sport stars, and discusses the history, organisation, facilities, competition formats, injury risk, safeguarding, training, and coaching. Three elite snowboarders are introduced to shed light on the main themes of the book.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking book delves into the captivating world of women's involvement in the origins, development, and vibrant contemporary landscape of snowboarding. With a keen focus on organized and professional snowboarding, it uncovers the profound significance of women as active participants, influential coaches, pioneering leaders, and renowned sport stars.

The book embarks on a comprehensive exploration of snowboarding's historical roots, the intricate organization of international snowboarding events, the challenges associated with facilities, competition formats that are equitable for both female and male riders, and the crucial aspects of injury risk management, safeguarding, training, and coaching. Before the concluding chapter, three elite snowboarders, each representing different eras and unique riding styles, are introduced. Their narratives provide valuable insights into the central themes of the book, shedding light on the rich tapestry of women's contributions to the sport.

Spanning a wide range of topics and academic disciplines, from medicine and biomechanics to the social sciences and sport governance, this book is firmly rooted in sociology and gender studies. It offers captivating insights for scholars and students with a keen interest in the sociology of sport, coaching, sport management, sport history, or interdisciplinary perspectives in sport science. Moreover, it resonates with anyone who possesses a deep passion for snowboarding, whether they are seasoned enthusiasts or newcomers to the world of this exhilarating sport.

Weight: 230g
Dimension: 144 x 224 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367440152