Adaptive Ski Programs
Regardless of ability, skiing and riding is for everyone. Find the nearest ski mountain that offers an Adaptive Ski Program and get on the slopes!
Find an Adaptive Program
Catamount Ski Area
STRIDE Adaptive Sports
Adaptive ski and snowboard lessons through the STRIDE Adaptive Sports program.
Gore Mt.
Adaptive Private Lessons
Private one-on-one ski and snowboard lessons for people with disabilities. Trained instructors, bi-skis and outriggers are available.
Greek Peak Mountain Resort
Greek Peak Adaptive Snowsports (GPAS)
Home of Greek Peak Adaptive Snowsports (GPAS), with reduced-price lift tickets during the GPAS Sunday program.
Holiday Valley Resort
Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program
Adaptive lessons through the Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program.
Holimont
Phoenix Adaptive Program
Adaptive lessons through the HoliMont Snowsports School Phoenix Adaptive Program.
Whiteface Mt.
Adaptive Snowsports Program
An Adaptive Snowsports Program for adults and children with disabilities who want to learn to ski or snowboard.
Windham Mountain Club
Adaptive Sports Foundation
Adaptive lessons run by the Adaptive Sports Foundation.
More Adaptive Programs
Double H Ranch
Free adaptive winter sports for children ages 6 to 16 with chronic and life-threatening illnesses, January through March. Alpine skiing and snowboarding with one-on-one volunteer support, plus Family Sleepover Weekends. Participation requires medical approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can people with disabilities ski in New York?
Seven+ SKI NY ski areas run adaptive ski and snowboard programs: Catamount, Gore, Greek Peak, Holiday Valley, HoliMont, Whiteface and Windham. The Adaptive Ski Programs page links to each program and links to Double H Ranch as well.
Which regions of New York have adaptive ski programs?
All five. Western New York has the most, with five programs at Bristol, Holiday Valley, HoliMont, Kissing Bridge and Swain. The Adirondacks have two, at Gore and Whiteface. The Catskills (Windham), Central New York (Greek Peak) and the Hudson Valley (Catamount) each have one.
Are there adaptive ski programs for veterans in New York?
Yes. Bristol Mountain in Canandaigua offers adaptive skiing for military veterans through Outdoor Adventures for Sacrifice in Service (OASIS). Contact the program directly for dates and eligibility.
Are there free adaptive ski programs for children?
Yes. Double H Ranch offers free adaptive winter sports, January through March, for children ages 6 to 16 with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. Children ski or snowboard with one-on-one volunteer support, and participation requires medical approval.
What equipment is used in adaptive skiing?
Adaptive programs match equipment to each skier, such as bi-skis and outriggers, with instructors trained to use it. Gore Mountain, for example, offers one-on-one private adaptive lessons with this equipment. Contact the program before your visit so the right gear and instructor are ready.
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