First-timer:
-This is your first time on skate skis or first time on classic skis

Beginner:
-You are new to the sport and/or are working on moving down the track on skis. 

Intermediate:
–You are familiar with the equipment.
-You are able to get from point A to point B, but would like more coaching/practice on efficiency and different gears.
-You can control the center of mass over feet in fore/aft (if classic skiing) and side-to-side planes (if skate skiing)

Advanced:
-You feel comfortable skiing all terrain (uphill and downhill).
-You want to work on power and efficiency in the different gears.
-You want to learn advanced techniques
-Could be race oriented.