Whistler Adaptive Sports Program

Adaptive Alpine Race Development Program

This program is for intermediate to advanced skiers with a physical disability who have gate training experience and understand the basics of ski racing.  The goal of this program is to develop each athlete’s skills and ski technique so they are capable of advancing into further competitive opportunities.

During the 2009-10 winter season, each athlete will receive one-on-one feedback, video analysis and an introduction to the many aspects of becoming a high performance athlete such as mental and physical training techniques.  On-hill focus will be on improving free ski technique and the technical events of slalom and giant slalom.

When:  The 2009/10 season commences Dec 3rd. The day will comprise skills development and assessment with our coaches, as well as an orientation session from 5 to 7pm (location TBD) with Diana Rochon – Athlete Services Coordinator at the Canadian Sport Centre Pacific. 
Thursdays: Adaptive Alpine Race Program
Saturdays: Intro to Adaptive Ski Racing Program
Where:  Meet 8:30 a.m. outside Essentially Blackcomb unless otherwise instructed. 

Price List (2009-2010)

• Please note – you need to be a WASP member ($5) to access this program. Join online.
• You will also need to have an active Disabled Skiers Association of BC membership – please visit www.disabledskiingbc.com
• All race program participants must become DSABC members and BC Alpine members.
• The above prices do not include a lift ticket.  Discounted lift tickets available to Program participants.  Please contact us for more details.

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Adaptive Alpine Race Development Program

Sit-skiing (Bi-Skis and Mono-skis): Anybody can try this method. This popular sport makes skiing possible for many people including those with limited lower body strength, people who use wheelchairs, including those with paraplegia and quadriplegia, bilateral lower extremity amputations, or developmental disabilities.

Stand-up Skiing: Standing skiers various methods including one, two, three, or four-track skiing techniques. These techniques often use outriggers for balance and are named for the number of tracks left in the snow.

Visually or hearing impaired: A guide and/or coach provide instruction and/ or direction.

Bursary Assistance

We do offer bursary assistance for athletes that cannot afford the above prices. You will be required to detail your financial situation to qualify for bursary assistance. Please contact us if you would like to be sent a Bursary Application Form.

How to find our Check-In Location

We are located inside a store called "Essentially Blackcomb". To find this store first locate the Whistler Gondola in the Whistler Village, then turn with the gondola directly to your back and you will be facing Essentially Blackcomb. Our check in counter is located at the rear of the store, you will see our Whistler Adaptive Sports Program sign. The wheelchair access is on the left side of the building (with the gondola to your back) take the door to your right at the immediate top of the ramp and follow the signs, this sounds confusing but we are very easy to find.

What to bring for your WASP: Adaptive Alpine Race Development Program

1. A DSABC (Disabled Skiers Association of British Columbia) and BC Alpine Membership is mandatory and must be purchased prior to the lesson. The DSABC membership is purchased online at www.disabledskiingbc.com and can be paid for by credit card or cheque. This is then valid for the entire season. By indicating that you are also registering for Zone 5 (WASP) of DSABC, you indicate you are participating with the Whistler Adaptive Sports Program.
The BC Alpine membership is purchased through a local sanctioned club, visit http://bcalpine.com/memberupdate/, click on the sanctioned club link, select your area and then join a local club (note Whistler Mountain Ski Club is in the Coast zone).
2. Warm clothing, including a hat, good water proof gloves and goggles.
3. Money to buy lunch, or bring a lunch.

Medication and Personal Care

Please Note: Our coaches and volunteers are not able to administer medication or cater to specific personal toileting needs. If you need help with these areas please arrange to have a family member or caregiver to meet you throughout the day as required.

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