The NSCD adaptive ski school offers a variety of private and group lessons in adaptive alpine skiing, snowboarding, ski biking, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. Click on the title of the activity you are interested in below to view more detailed information. Participants must be independent and manage self-care or bring a care-giver to provide assistance.

Private Daily Lessons

Adaptive Alpine Ski, Snowboard and Ski Bike Lessons
Adaptive Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Lessons
Inclusion Ski and Snowboard Lessons
Equipment Appointments

Group Weekly Programs

Access Ski and Snowboard Program
Alpine Ski and Snowboard for Groups
Nordic Ski and Snowshoe for Groups
Friday Fun Club

Competitive-Oriented Programs

Bridge Program
Grand County Special Olympics

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Private Daily Lessons

Adaptive Alpine Ski, Snowboard and Ski Bike Lessons

At the NSCD, we provide private lessons with highly trained adaptive instructors. Lessons are tailored to meet the needs or goals of each individual participant. Lessons are available for two-track, three-track, four-track, slider ski, ski bike, mono-ski, bi-ski and snowboard. Individual, Family and Group lessons are available.

 *Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs.

Click here to watch a video on what to expect when your arrive for your lesson!

Individual lessons provide one on one instruction for a participant with a NSCD instructor.

Family lessons provide an opportunity for a parent or adult to learn proper techniques for assisting the family member with special needs while on the slopes. The family member must be a proficient and independent skier with a higher level of ski or snowboard ability than the participant. One adult member with the participant maximum.

All lessons include instruction, all equipment needed and lift ticket(s). A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons at Winter Park Resort on National Forest land.

*Prices are subject to change

To obtain a discounted Season Pass without lessons, medical documentation is required each ski season. For more information about discounted season passes,  please contact NSCD Customer Service at (303) 515-NSCD (6723) before you arrive to Winter Park Resort.

Location: Winter Park Resort, CO
Dates: November 23, 2022 – April 23, 2023

Time:
Half day lesson: 8:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m – 3:45 p.m.
Full day lessons: 8:45 a.m. and end at 3:45 p.m.

Ages: 5 & up.

Military Veterans – Call (303) 515-NSCD (6723) to receive the discount code before booking online.

If your date is unavailable to book, please select “Click Here to Add Yourself to the Waitlist!” on the booking screen or call the NSCD Customer Service team at (303) 515-NSCD (6723) to check availability. 

Need to get your equipment fitted? Click here to book your equipment room appointment.

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Adaptive Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Lessons

At the NSCD, we also offer a sensory-friendly alternative to downhill skiing. We can accommodate stand and sit skiers with our cross-county ski and snowshoe programs. Family lessons are also available.

 *Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs.

All lessons include instruction, all equipment needed and ski pass. If you are booking a lesson less than 72 hours in advance, please call (303) 515-NSCD (6723) to check availability.

Location: Devils Thumb Ranch | Tabernash, CO
Dates: January 2 – March 31, 2023

Time
Half day lesson: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full day lessons: 10:00 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m.

Price:
Half day lesson: $35
Full day lesson: $60

Ages: 5 & up.

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Inclusion Stand Ski and Snowboard

Children ages 5 to 13 who have disabilities participate in Winter Park Resort Ski & Ride School’s Kids Lessons with an NSCD instructor. AM and full day lessons are available.

Location: Winter Park Resort 
Dates: November 23, 2022 – April 23, 2023

Time:
Half day lessons: 8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Full day lessons: 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Price: See daily lesson rate chart above (Adaptive Alpine Ski, Snowboard and Ski Bike Lessons)
Ages: 5 – 13

A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons at Winter Park Resort on National Forest land.

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Equipment Fitting Appointments

Need help with equipment? Have a question on an equipment rental? We can help! Book an equipment fitting for assistance with equipment or to get fitted properly to rent equipment.

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An equipment fitting appointment is required for any equipment rental. If possible, book your equipment fitting appointment the day before you want to use the equipment. Equipment rentals are subject to equipment availability. NSCD lessons take priority over equipment rentals. All equipment rentals must be paid in full at the time of the rental. A credit card deposit is also required for damaged, lost or stolen equipment. The replacement value of the equipment will be charged if the equipment is lost, stolen or severely damaged.

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Grand County Special Olympics

Join the Grand County Special Olympics Team and have fun training for alpine ski or snowboard and cross-country or snowshoe racing. Have fun learning new ski racing techniques, running the gates at the practice course and skiing with teammates. Athletes times will be recorded at practice and submitted to Special Olympics. Participants must have their own equipment and be able to meet at the base of the Arrow Lift.

 *Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs.

Athletes must register with the NSCD to compete.

Training Locations: Winter Park Resort (alpine), Devils Thumb Ranch (nordic)

Training Dates:
January 13th, 20th, and 27th, 2023
February 3rd and 10th, 2023

Regional Competition: February 13th at Eldora
State Competition: March 4th and 5th at Copper Mountain
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Price:
$630 for alpine (7 sessions)
$385 for nordic (7 sessions)

Includes: Coaching, racecourse access, equipment and lift ticket/ski pass
Ages: 8 & up.

A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons at Winter Park Resort on National Forest land.

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Race Camp for Special Olympics

Get an edge on the competition, meet new friends and strengthen your racing skills. Join the NSCD for this three-day race camp for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
For more information, click the link below!

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Group Weekly Programs

Access Ski and Snowboard Program

Do you want to ski or snowboard with the NSCD but need a ride? Consider joining our Thursday Access Program for adult individuals. Space is limited and registration is required. Pick up location information will be provided when you register.

 *Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs.

Dates:
January 12th, 19th, 26th
February 2nd and 9th, 2023

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Price: $450 for 5 sessions
Includes: transportation, instruction, all equipment needed and lift ticket(s)
Ages: 18 & up

A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons at Winter Park Resort on National Forest land. 

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Alpine Ski and Snowboard for Groups
Nordic Ski and Snowshoe for Groups

Do you have a group that wants to come learn how to ski, ride, snowshoe or Nordic ski together? Groups of five or more are welcome to join the NSCD for our weekly group programs. We offer two sessions over the winter, and each session is 5 weeks long. Space is limited and these programs fill up fast. All lessons include instruction, all equipment needed and lift ticket(s).

 *Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs.

Not open to individual reservations. Only open to groups of 5 or more. 

Location: Winter Park Resort, CO (Alpine Ski and Snowboard) | Devils Thumb Ranch, CO (Nordic Ski and Snowshoe)
Dates: 5 lesson days, limited availability in January, February and March 2023
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Price:
$450 per person for alpine ski or snowboard
$275 per person for Nordic ski or snowshoe

A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons on National Forest land.

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Friday Fun Club

Spend your Friday’s this winter exploring the beautiful trails of Winter Park & Snow Mountain Ranch through our five-week Nordic Ski & Snowshoe Program.

Location: Devils Thumb Ranch

Dates:
January 7th – February 10th, 2023
February 25th – March 17th, 2023

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Price: $275 for 5 sessions
Includes: instruction, all equipment needed and lift ticket(s)
Ages: 5&up

Competitive-Oriented Programs

Bridge Program

The NSCD Bridge Program is designed to assist an athlete’s transition from recreational skiing to race training in the NSCD Competition Program with coaching from past Paralympic athletes. Athletes receive support in a development program that will potentially feed the NSCD and U.S. Adaptive Ski or Snowboard Teams. Instructors assist an athlete’s transition to full independence so they may enjoy the hill with their loved ones.

Locations: Winter Park Resort, CO
Dates: Call to select your five dates
Price: $1,150 for 5 lessons plus a season pass
Includes: Winter Park season pass and instruction

A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons at Winter Park Resort on National Forest land.

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