WATCH: Woodriffe learns how to ski at Vertical Drop Ski Shop

CLARKSTON, Mich. (WJBK) - FOX 2's Woody Woodriffe went out to Clarkston, Michigan to try Vertical Drop Ski Shop's newest toy, the SkyTechSport Ski Simulator.  Vertical drop owner Bob Thomas and his daughter Elli gave him a crash course in learning how to ski.

It is the same simulator used by the U.S. Olympic Ski Team and professionals throughout the world.  It also is used by local high schools trying to stay fresh when conditions aren't right outside or wanted to work on their craft.  

If you'd like to know more head to www.verticaldropskishop.com.  The price is $65 for an hour or you can buy a punch card of 4 one-hour sessions for $180.  They also offer a full line of top-rated equipment and apparel, as well as expertise on ski tuning.