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.

Registration will open for the 2024/2025 season on October 1st.

Private Daily Lessons

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

Group Weekly Programs

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

Competitive-Oriented Programs

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.

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 accompanying adult must be a proficient and independent skier or snowboarder with a skill level higher than that of the participant. Please note that this lesson is focused on teaching the family member how to assist the participant and does not include ski or snowboard instruction for the family member. One adult member with the participant maximum.

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

Military members: First lesson is free, subsequent lessons are 50% off published pricing. This activity is for military members, active or Veteran, of any age who have a disability. Call (303) 515-NSCD (6723) to receive the discount code before booking online.

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.

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.

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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.

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

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Mountain Guide
The Mountain Guides program is specifically designed to provide independent skiers with a trained guide capable of helping with small aspects of the day and skiing process, showing the guest around the mountain, as well as providing support in the event of an emergency.

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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.

Athletes must register with the NSCD to compete.

Regional Competition: February 2, 2025 at Eldora
State Competition: March 2, 2025 at Copper Mountain
Training Time: 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Training Dates: Jan 12, 19, 26, 2025; Feb 9 &23, 2025

*Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs.
**Includes coaching, race course access, equipment and lift ticket/ski pass
***Competition registration, lodging, travel, food, etc. NOT INCLUDED in registration costs
****A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons at Winter Park Resort on National Forest land.

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SCI Alpine Ski Camp

This day camp is designed for participants with spinal cord injuries, including spinal bafida. Spend a day learning and building skills on the slopes of Winter Park Resort! Transportation from Denver and a group lunch is provided. Participants requiring financial support for this camp can call (303) 515-NSCD (6723).

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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.
**Includes transportation, 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.

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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 4 weeks long. Space is limited and these programs fill up fast. All lessons include instruction, all equipment needed and lift ticket(s).

*Not open to individual reservations. Only open to groups of 5 or more.
**Sit Ski only – Maximum weight is 200 lbs. 
***A 2.59% Forest Service fee will be added to all lessons on National Forest land.

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