Community Programs

Community Kids

Organized through the Gunnison and Crested Butte school systems, the Community Kids Program is open to all special education students who would like to alpine ski. Students receive one-on-one instruction with an Adaptive instructor. The Community Kids Program is a much-needed, unduplicated program for Gunnison County youth with disabilities.

This program engages local children with disabilities in outdoor recreation. By participating in successful outdoor activities the community kids incorporate physical activity into their daily lives, and they develop confidence and communication skills. The skills, self-confidence and empowerment gained while participating in these activities transfer into their daily lives and help them to become healthier, happier, and more productive students and individuals. The program introduces children with disabilities to new ways of being healthy and active. In the winter, kids get to participate in skiing and snowboarding.

For more information, call 970.349.2296 or email Emily Smith at emily@adaptivesports.org.

Ski for PE

Organized through the Gunnison and Crested Butte school systems, the Ski for PE Program is designed for students who would benefit from additional instruction during their group Ski for PE lessons or from one-on-one instruction with an Adaptive instructor.

For more information, call 970.349.2296 or email Emily Smith at emily@adaptivesports.org.

Six Points

The Six Points Program is open to all Six Points clients interested in alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, or snowshoeing. Lessons are offered on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

For more information, call 970.349.2296 or email Sophie Chiado at sophie@adaptivesports.org.

Special Olympics

Compete in Alpine, Nordic, and Snowshoe events. Equipment rentals, transportation, lodging, and food included. Participants must participate in Regionals to go to States.

REGIONALS: $200.00
January 29 - January 31 at Sunlight
STATES: $200.00
February 27 - March 1 at Copper