A downhill course is a type of course used in skiing, sledding, and other winter sports. SLALOM is a type of skiing where the skier navigates between poles or gates, often arranged in a zig-zag pattern. SCHUSS is a type of skiing where the skier moves down the mountain in a straight line. LUGE is a type of sledding where the rider lies on their back and steers the SLED using their feet and body weight. SLED is a type of vehicle used for sliding down a hill, usually pulled by a horse or motor vehicle. Skirun is a type of skiing where the skier runs down the mountain, usually with the aid of poles. All of these activities can be done on a downhill course.