Sports & Recreation — Snow Skiing
Chapter Office
12200 East Iliff Ave.Ste 107
Aurora, CO 80014-5376
303-597-0038
Email: info@mscpva.org
Today, almost everyone can enjoy the freedom and excitement of downhill skiing. Adaptive equipment and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) have paved the way for most people with a physical disability to enjoy the thrills of this winter sport. Specially designed skis, known as mono-skis and bi-skis, allow individuals with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy downhill skiing. These adaptive skis allow skiers to ski sitting down instead of standing. Each ski is equipped with a bucket type seating apparatus. The skier uses two outrigger skis (rather than ski poles) to maneuver down the slopes. Generally, a beginner will usually need to be tethered to a certified ski instructor (known as a ski buddy) until he or she feels comfortable on the slopes.
Where to go...
Adaptive ski lessons range from $50 to $120 — or even zero
dollars a day — depending on the resort. All the ski areas
listed below rent mono-and bi-skis. All offer lessons that include
equipment rental and lift ticket; all also offer non-lesson rentals.
Some offer a discount to disabled skiers or their ski buddies.
Call or email for exact prices and details.
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DSUSA VETS PROGRAMThanks to the generosity of the DSUSA we are able to offer this program FREE OF CHARGE!Designed for individuals of any age who have served in the US military and now have a disability and want to learn to ski or snowboard, or improve existing skills. Five Week Programs Session I- January 9, 23, 30 February 6, 13 Session II- February 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 9am-4pm Full Day Lessons Can't commit to five weeks? We also offer a two consecutive week program. What's Included: Transportation from the following locations: VA Center, 1055 Clermont St, Denver- 6:30am departure/5:30pm return Denny's Restaurant, 1605 Federal Blvd, Denver- 7am departure/5:15pm return Denny's Restaurant, 565 Union Blvd, Lakewood (6th and Simms)- 7:15am departure/5pm return • Lift Ticket • Full Day Lesson • Equipment Rental Space is limited! To register or for more details call 303-316-1544 or pmccarthy@nscd.org |
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NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER FOR THE DISABLED SKI & SNOWBOARD FIVE WEEK BUS PROGRAM Bus leaves from Fort Collins and stops at several locations in Denver before heading up to Winter Park Cost- $50 (Includes lift, lesson, equipment and transportation) Family Members are welcome to join Program runs one day a week for five weeks Space is limited For details contact 970-726-5514 or 303-316-1544 The NSCD can accommodate almost any physical and developmental disability.
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12200 East Iliff Avenue
Suite 107
Aurora, CO 80014
303-597-0038
1-800-833-9400
Fax: 303-597-0039
Email: info@mscpva.org
