What are the para alpine skiing events?
B · Beginner · Racing · 2 of 3Downhill is the longest, fastest course, with compulsory timed training. Super-G is one run over a shorter drop. Giant slalom and slalom are two-run technical events with more, tighter gates. Alpine combined adds a speed run to a slalom run. Parallel races put two skiers side by side, and team events pit mixed teams in knockout heats.
How it works
- Downhill: 450 to 800 m drop; training needed.
- Super-G: 400 to 600 m, one run.
- Giant slalom: 300 to 450 m, two runs.
- Slalom: 140 to 220 m, two runs.
- Combined: speed run plus slalom.
- Parallel: two courses side by side.
- Team: mixed, knockout heats.
- Team pairs: different sport classes.
The glossary has the downhill, the super-G, the giant slalom, the slalom, the alpine combined and the team event.
Tricky cases
Is downhill training optional?
No. At least one timed run is needed.
Does the combined count for super-G points?
The super-G run does.
Must a team include several categories?
At least two of three, and both genders.
Is single-gate giant slalom used at the Paralympics?
No.
Why the rule exists
A range of events tests speed and technique, as in able-bodied alpine skiing.
Where it differs
| Where | What changes | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Downhill | Training run | R 705 |
| Slalom | Two runs | R 801 |
| Team | Mixed | R 1240 |
From the rule book
FIS, International Competition Rules, Joint Regulations for Para Alpine Skiing (July 2026), articles 701 to 1240. Checked 14 October 2026. Official documents: FIS para alpine rules, points rules, classification rules and equipment regulations.