There are a lot of myths about skiing: anyone who’s halfway decent started when they were barely old enough to walk. It costs an arm and a leg. If you’re not good enough, it could literally cost you an arm and a leg. But there are plenty of ski style options for beginners that won’t result in tumbling down a hill and becoming a rapidly expanding human snowball.

So, what will it be: cross-country, alpine, freestyle, or backcountry skiing? Take our quiz, and we’ll give you tailor-made suggestions based on your skill level and need for speed.