Free Soul Ski Method™
Multi-Day Ski Performance for Serious Skiers
You’ve planned the trip. Now prepare to enjoy every day of it.
Personalized guidance for the travel, mountain days, and recovery that make up your ski trip.
Ski in Rhythm. Live in Flow.
Thoughtful preparation. Every part of your trip.
- Fueling
- Hydration
- Altitude
- Sleep
- Recovery
- Pacing
- Travel
- Mobility
Former Emergency Physician
Holistic Nutritionist
Ski Instructor, Palisades Tahoe
The Multi-Day Problem
Day 1 Isn’t the Goal. The Whole Trip Is.
You’ve made time for the mountains. You want to enjoy the final day as much as the first. But travel, altitude, changing routines, and consecutive ski days can ask more of you than expected.
By Day 2 or Day 3, you may feel less energetic, less comfortable, or less ready for the terrain you came to ski.
Know what to prioritize before departure—and what to adjust along the way.
Prepare for the whole trip. Make room to enjoy it.
DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
DAY 4
- Fueling
- Hydration
- Altitude
- Sleep
- Recovery
- Pacing
- Travel
- Mobility
What Is Free Soul Ski Method™?
A Smarter Way to Prepare for Consecutive Days on Snow
Free Soul Ski Method™ connects your destination, schedule, and skiing goals with eight areas of preparation. Turn them into practical decisions before departure, on the mountain, and between ski days.
- Fueling
- Hydration
- Altitude
- Sleep
- Recovery
- Pacing
- Travel
- Mobility
Not fitness—timing.
The Method
The Free Soul Performance Rhythm™
One trip. Four connected phases.
01
Prepare
Travel, sleep, mobility, altitude considerations, and the actual demands of the trip.
02
Perform
Fuel intelligently. Hydrate consistently. Pace for more than one day.
03
Recover
Support the hours between ski days with nutrition, hydration, movement, and sleep.
04
Return Ready
Review the day. Adjust the plan. Prepare for tomorrow.
Prepare → Perform → Recover → Return Ready
Who It’s For
Is Free Soul for You?
Free Soul is built for serious adult skiers who travel for destination skiing, ski several days in a row, and care about the quality of the whole trip—not just the first morning.
You just need to care about skiing well.
Multi-Day Skiing
- Destination trips
- Consecutive ski days
- Quality time on snow
- Preparation for the whole trip
Mountain Demands
- Altitude
- Sleep
- Recovery
- Travel
Better Preparation
- Fueling
- Hydration
- Pacing
- Mobility
Skier Perspectives
What Skiers Are Saying
A plan built around the actual trip
“I had the flights, lodging, and lift tickets handled. What I hadn’t connected was how a late arrival, altitude, and an ambitious first day fit together. Ryan helped me turn the itinerary into a practical preparation plan. I left knowing what to prioritize before departure and during the trip.”
TravisAge 52
A fresh perspective for an experienced skier
“I’ve skied for decades. I didn’t need another reminder to get in shape. The useful insight was looking at the hours between ski days—when I ate, how I recovered, and what I carried into the next morning. Ryan gave me a clear way to review the day and decide what to adjust.”
SherwinAge 56
Useful guidance without overcomplicating vacation
“I didn’t want a ski vacation governed by schedules and rules. Ryan helped me identify a few priorities that could work around restaurant meals, changing plans, and different energy levels. The plan was clear enough to follow and flexible enough to use.”
CarmenAge 48
Preparation centered on her own goals
“I wanted to enjoy the whole trip without letting the strongest skier in the group set every decision. Ryan helped me think through my own priorities and pacing. I came away with a clearer basis for deciding when to keep going, take a break, or adjust the next day.”
HillaryAge 62
Preparation that fits your trip
For Individual Skiers
Choose focused guidance or a complete trip package with follow-up support. Both include a personal session with Ryan.
Performance Session
Multi-Day Ski Performance Session™
$295
One focused conversation. Clear priorities for your next ski trip.
Best For
Focused guidance on your multi-day skiing priorities.
Session
Short intake and a personalized 60-minute conversation.
Your Plan
Individualized recommendations in a one-page Ski Performance Plan.
Follow-Up
One follow-up email or one 15-minute check-in within 10 days.
Choose your session time and complete checkout on Stan.
Featured
Trip Package
Ski Trip Performance Package™
$495
A personalized trip plan, with support before departure and after you ski.
Best For
A specific destination and travel dates, with support around the trip.
Session
Trip-specific intake and a 60-minute strategy session.
Your Plan
A personalized 2–3 page Trip Performance Map, plus relevant Free Soul resources selected for your trip.
Follow-Up
A 20-minute pre-trip check-in, a 20-minute post-trip debrief, and up to two asynchronous questions during the agreed support period.
Choose your session time and complete checkout on Stan.
Planning for a club, group, or organization?
Explore Group ProgramsOrganized Group Programs are built around the skiers you already serve.
Before You Book
A Few Useful Answers
Which service should I choose?
Choose the $295 Performance Session for focused guidance and a concise plan. Choose the $495 Trip Package when you have a destination and dates and want a more detailed map with pre-trip and post-trip support. You can book the package directly; the session is not a prerequisite.
What do I receive?
The session includes a one-page Ski Performance Plan and one follow-up email or a 15-minute check-in within 10 days. The package includes a 2–3 page Trip Performance Map, selected resources, two 20-minute check-ins, and up to two asynchronous questions during the agreed support period. Both begin with an intake and a 60-minute conversation.
What happens after booking?
Your booking confirmation provides the next steps and intake instructions. Complete the intake before your session so the conversation can focus on your priorities. Check the appointment time and time zone shown in your booking.
When should I book before my trip?
For the Trip Package, book once you know your destination and dates so preparation can begin before departure. If your trip is approaching soon, contact Ryan to confirm availability and time for the pre-trip check-in before purchasing.
Is this ski instruction or medical care?
These are educational services and personalized preparation strategies. They do not include on-snow instruction, guiding, medical diagnosis, treatment, or medical clearance. Individual medical questions belong with an appropriate licensed healthcare professional.
Can you work with my club or group?
Yes. The $750 Organized Group Program offers approximately 60–75 minutes of live education, customized audience content, questions and answers when appropriate, and takeaway resources. Start a conversation to discuss your audience, format, timing, and group size before arranging a program.
Simple by Design
How It Works
01
Tell Ryan about the trip.
Destination, dates, travel, ski schedule, goals, and what matters most.
02
Identify the demands.
Look at the factors surrounding the ski days—not just the skiing itself.
03
Build the strategy.
Prioritize what is most relevant to this trip and this skier.
04
Put it into practice.
Use the plan before departure and throughout the trip.
05
Observe and adjust.
Multi-day skiing is dynamic. Your strategy should be practical enough to adapt.
Clear enough to use. Specific enough to be useful.
Ryan J. Kime, MD, MBAFounder, Free Soul Ski Method™
Why Ryan?
Experienced judgment.
A whole-trip perspective.
Ryan connects emergency medicine experience, holistic nutrition, and a dedicated skier’s perspective to help you turn preparation into practical decisions.
Former Emergency Physician
Nearly 20 years in emergency medicine shaped Ryan’s understanding of human physiology under stress and his ability to recognize changes and identify priorities. He brings that grounded judgment to educational strategy for skiers.
Holistic Nutritionist
Connecting fueling, hydration, sleep, and recovery with travel, altitude, and the demands of consecutive days on snow.
Ski Instructor, Palisades Tahoe
A dedicated skier’s perspective on mountain demands and pacing, with respect for your goals and the experience you want from your trip.
Groups & Partners
Help Your Skiers Arrive Better Prepared.
Give your members or guests a clear plan for preparing for the trip ahead.
Complement the travel, lodging, or instruction you already provide with practical education tailored to your skiers.
For ski clubs, ski councils, trip leaders, travel organizations, destination operators, and complementary ski businesses.
Pre-Trip EducationPrepare members or guests for consecutive mountain days.
Group ProgrammingCustomized education around fueling, hydration, altitude, sleep, recovery, pacing, travel, and mobility.
Destination PreparationAdd useful preparation before the traveler arrives.
Optional Individual SupportGive interested skiers a way to receive trip-specific guidance.
Thoughtful preparation starts before your guests arrive.
Organized Group Program
$750
For ski clubs, resorts, hotels, and travel groups. Give your audience a shared preparation framework and practical resources to take away.
- Live Group SessionApproximately 60–75 Minutes
- Customized ContentDesigned For Your Audience
- Questions & AnswersWhen Appropriate
- Takeaway ResourcesPractical Preparation Guidance
Stay Connected
Stay in the rhythm.
Practical ideas for preparing, skiing, and recovering across consecutive days on the mountain. Join the Free Soul newsletter for thoughtful guidance you can put into practice.
Partner Inquiry
Start a Conversation
Tell Ryan about your group, destination, and plans. Together, explore a practical program for the skiers you serve.
Send a short inquiry. Ryan reviews your plans and follows up personally. No payment or newsletter subscription is required.
Scope
Scope of Free Soul Ski Method™
Free Soul Ski Method™ provides educational services and personalized performance strategy.
It is not medical diagnosis or treatment, physical therapy, injury rehabilitation, medical clearance, emergency altitude care, or a guarantee against fatigue, illness, soreness, injury, or performance decline.
It is also not an on-snow guiding or ski-instruction service through this website.
Symptoms and individual medical conditions should receive appropriate evaluation from a licensed healthcare professional.
Free Soul Ski Method™ is an independent educational business and is not operated by, sponsored by, or endorsed by Palisades Tahoe. Ryan Kime’s work with Free Soul Ski Method™ is independent of his ski-instructor role.
Your Next Trip
Your next ski day starts before the first chair.
Prepare for the trip you actually want to ski.
Ski in Rhythm. Live in Flow.
