The Swix Harness enables an adult to control a child’s descent when alpine skiing, and to assist a child by towing during cross country skiing. The Tow Strap is suitable for children between 2 and 5 years of age. The Swix Tow Strap includes a children harness and a carrying pouch for the 5.5 meter (6 yard) strap having a hook on each end to connect a child with a grown-up. The tow strap is designed with the addition of shock cords to ease sudden movements while towing.