About
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is a nationally recognised nonprofit that has been empowering people of all abilities through inclusive sport and recreational programming since its founding. Operating at four Vermont ski areas — Killington, Pico Mountain, Sugarbush Resort, and Bolton Valley — the organisation serves participants from across the United States and internationally.
What It Does
Vermont Adaptive provides adaptive alpine skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, and snowshoeing instruction at its four Vermont ski area locations. Year-round programming also includes kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, cycling, hiking, tennis, horseback riding, and CORE Connections wellness retreats. All instruction is provided regardless of ability to pay, with a robust scholarship and financial assistance programme.
Who It Helps
Vermont Adaptive serves individuals with physical, cognitive, developmental, and emotional/behavioural disabilities of all ages. The organisation integrates environmental and holistic wellness philosophies into its programming and has built a welcoming, community-centred culture known across the adaptive sports world.