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Adaptive Program
The Beaver Creek Adaptive program provides first class instruction in alpine skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing to individuals with disabilities. Equipment is adapted to each individual’s specific needs, and adaptive instructors are trained to utilize that adaptation and help each individual realize the joy and challenge of skiing and snowboarding.  Adaptive instruction is offered on a one-on-one basis at a discounted rate.  Prior to the lesson's commencement, individual's needs are assessed to ensure the correct equipment and instruction is available. 

Ski & Snowboard School Adaptive Lessons 07-08
Adaptive full day lesson including equipment*	$400
Adaptive half day (AM or PM) lesson including equipment*	$280

Restrictions apply - advanced reservations required by telephoning (970) 754-5300

*For assessments, application forms or more information on any of the above call the Beaver Creek Adaptive Ski Program  (866) 231-0667.

Ski Buddy Program
Beaver Creek provides trained guides to assist  more experienced disabled skiers. The guide can help with chairlift loading, integration into children's ski school classes and for general orientation on the mountain.  Please note this service should not be utilized in place of a ski lesson or a personal aid. The daily fee does not include equipment. Minimum of 48 hours advance notice.

Adaptive Ski Pass
Vail Resorts offers an Adaptive Ski Pass to people with permanent disabilities at a significantly discounted price. Purchasers of the five-resort season pass are eligible to purchase one discounted companion lift ticket daily.  To qualify for an Adaptive ski pass an individual must be legally blind, deaf, or have an amputation, physical condition or cognitive disability that requires the use of adaptive equipment or techniques to ski. Having a disability or illness alone does not qualify an individual for an adaptive ski pass. For more information, contact Vail Resorts Adaptive Program Manager, Ruth DeMuth at (970) 754- 3264, or email vailadaptiveprogram@vailresorts.com.

Foresight Ski Guides
Foresight is a nonprofit organization that provides ski guides to people who are blind or visually impaired and wish to ski or snowboard with a guide. For more information call Foresight Ski Guides (866) 860-0972.