Adaptive Programs
Wachusett Mountain Adaptive Program - Opening the outdoors to everyone.
At Wachusett Mountain, we work to help everyone enjoy the outdoor winter excitement of skiing.
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The Wachusett Mountain Adaptive Program uses up-to-date techniques and equipment to create a unique lesson environment which helps individuals build confidence and self-esteem while promoting independence and personal growth. Our objective is to provide an experience that will bring joy and a feeling of freedom to our students.
The Wachusett Mountain Adaptive staff consists of trained and certified instructors who present skiing in an atmosphere that is enthusiastic and upbeat. Our staff works with students to:
• Identify their challenges.
• Set attainable goals
• Introduce new skills
• Work with the students to refine skills and gain confidence
• Enjoy the outdoors and have fun
Since 1984 the Wachusett Mountain Adaptive Program has grown to be one of the finest in Massachusetts and is respected throughout New England.
Lesson Times and Prices:
We offer lessons by reservation only. Fees are determined by:
• Lesson requirements (ie: private or class lesson)
• Type of area ticket needed
• Equipment required
All lessons come with a free Passport which offers $8 off lift, rental and lessons for the season.
Our instructor staff is trained in dealing with physical, cognitive, hearing, visually impaired and developmental disabilities. For more information or to schedule a lesson, please call 978-464-2300 ext 3308.
The Wachusett Mountain Adaptive Program is affiliated with Ability Plus Inc., a non-profit organization which provides fundraising opportunities to the mountain. Through fundraising and donations, Wachusett Mountain is able to purchase adaptive equipment as well as provide training for our instructors. Other ski areas affiliated with Ability Plus include: Attitash/Bear Peak, NH; Bretton Woods, NH, Gunstock, NH, King Pine, NH, Mount Snow, VT, Nashoba Valley, MA; Stowe, VT and Waterville Valley, NH, Crotched Mountain, NH.
We are proud to be associated with Ability Plus and the above ski areas for their commitment to adaptive sports.
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