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RETHINK
ABILITY

Founded in 1970, the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) helps people with disabilities access adventure and the great outdoors.

Together, we’re empowering our participants and the world to #RethinkAbility.

Adventure With Us
NSCD staff belaying a group of adaptive climbers
Outdoor Experiences that Rock

OUR PROGRAMS

From skiing and snowboarding to mountain biking, climbing, horseback riding, paddling, and more, the NSCD offers year-round programs for youth, teens, and adults with any type of disability.

Whether you’re trying a sport for the first time or pushing toward new personal goals, our programs build confidence, independence, and community through the power of outdoor adventure. We provide all adaptive equipment, coaching, support, and good vibes. Simply sign up and join us today!

Explore Our Programs
George's Story

Regaining
"the Boys
Shred Trips"

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Year-Round Programming

FROM MOUNTAIN TO METRO​​

Based in Winter Park and Golden, Colorado, we provide year-round adaptive programs that help our participants experience the mountains, trails, rivers, and more.
  • A split photo featuring two young athletes enjoying adaptive outdoor activities. On the left, a child wearing a pink helmet stands beside a brown horse during a horseback riding activity. On the right, a child wearing a ski helmet and blue goggles rides a sit-ski through a sunny, wooded mountain setting. The Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day logo appears in the center.

    DOUBLE
    Your Impact

    SAVE THE DATE! Starting September 1 at 6 p.m. MT, your gift to the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) can be MATCHED dollar-for-dollar, up to $150,000, through Colorado Youth Sports Giving Day.

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  • Adaptive mountain bikers riding in Moab, Utah

    Camp Away
    in Moab, UT (Ages 18+)

    Get ready for an epic desert adventure and a first for NSCD! Join us for our first-ever camp outside of Grand County as we head to Moab, Utah for an unforgettable overnight experience packed with adventure.

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  • Photo of veteran with his dog in front of participants climbing

    Weekly
    Military
    Programs

    Join our weekly Military Appreciation Days! Every week, we honor and support Veterans and active-duty military members with adaptive sports and outdoor activities, creating a space for camaraderie and adventure.

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Our 2025 Impact

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