Adaptive Program

We don't care about your disability!  We care about your ability - ability to have fun, learn, and do the unexpected!

• We provide the most advanced and personalized adaptive ski instruction to the adaptive guest at a discounted rate.
• We assess all individual needs prior to arrival to ensure that the correct equipment is available.
• We provide experienced adaptive ski instructors for one-on-one private instruction.

Adaptive skiing applies to ski/snowboard instruction for individuals with special needs. It's about adapting the ski equipment for each person's unique needs and adapting the instruction as well. The Beaver Creek Adaptive Ski Snowsports School program is recognized as a leader in providing first-class instruction and training to people of all disabilities, both physical and cognitive. We provide instruction in alpine skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Rental equipment is based on availability (usually reserved with the lesson.)

Contact the Adaptive Office for booking and information (970) 754-5465
Lessons include ski equipment but not lift ticket
Advanced reservations required

Adaptive 3-Day First Time Series

Contact the Adaptive Office for booking and information (970) 754-5465
Lessons include ski equipment and lift access
Advanced reservations required
Lessons must be used within a 5-day period

Ski Buddy Program
Beaver Creek can provide trained guides to assist the more experienced disabled skiers. The guide would 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. We require a minimum of 48 hours advance notification if you are requesting ski buddy assistance.

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, Theresa Scala at (970) 754-5465, or email tscala@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 at (866) 860-0972.