Programs in Central Vermont
Counties: Washington, Lamoille, & Orange
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Nordic Skiing
Offered to all Vermont residents with disabilities at Craftsbury Outdoor Center.
All equipment is free of charge to scholarship recipients
Options for one-on-one lessons or a day/season pass for independent skiing
Ski & Ride
Offered to youth and adults with disabilities at Stowe mountain resort
Apply for a series of adaptive lessons led by a specially trained adaptive ski instructor, or for a day, or for a season pass to enjoy independent skiing or riding.
**Capacity has been reached for 24/25 ski season - applications generally open in October
Tetra Ski and Snow'Kart at Stowe
Tetra ski offers independent skiing for people with complex physical disabilities by independent turning and speed variability through the use of a joystick or with breath control
Snow'Kart allows individuals to ski almost independently and is best for individuals who lack strength or coordination in their upper limb and/or have limited balance
$25 registration fee and tax donations are appreciated and go toward program development.
Swimming
Offered to youth and adults with disabilities at Green Mountain Community Fitness in Berlin and The Swimming Hole in Stowe
Provides acclimation to the aquatic environment, stroke work, and competition swimming
Apply for scholarship ($25 application fee) for 5 lessons.
Kayaking
Offered to youth and adults of all ability levels.
Runs for 8 weeks from mid June-mid August
This Program is regularly held at Waterbury Reservoir but occasionally offers programs throughout VT and NY
Applications open May 15th ($25 application fee)
Indoor Rock Climbing
Offered to youth and adults of all ability levels at Stowe Rocks Climbing Center
Scholarship based ($25 application fee)
Movement Classes
Offered to youth and adults with a disability wishing to participate in movement programs at Elevate Movement Collective in Stowe
Classes include agility, strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, and endurance
Scholarship based ($25 application fee)
NDAA offers several different adaptive sports and recreation programs across Vermont. Check their Facebook for current events and programs.
Archery
Biathlon
Bocce
Cross-Country Skiing
Handcycling
Kayaking
offered from June-October in various locations in Northern VT and New York
Open to all individuals who have mobility challenges
Contact:
Power soccer
Sailing
Offered from late May-September at Moorings Marina in Colchester
Boats can also be controlled with a sip ‘n’ puff switch, granting sailors with significant mobility or dexterity impairments the chance to captain independently.
Contact:
Preferred contact method: text Sam Chambers (802) 279-4179 or Al Pierce (201)-745-3440
Sled Hockey
Offered weekly from December-mid March
Available to all ages and abilities
Players sit on sleds and propel themselves by using modified hockey sticks. Participants with significant mobility or dexterity limitations have the option to have a pusher propel their sled.
Practice schedule is updated on NDAA Facebook page
Tennis
Smuggler's Notch offers both winter and summer adaptive sports for all ages and abilities
Winter Ski Program
Half day and full day lessons available
Adaptive ski equipment includes mono-skis, bi-skis, and a slider. Snowboarding is also offered.
Each participant will be evaluated by highly trained instructors to determine appropriate adaptive equipment and to set goals.
Summer Adaptive Program
A variety of activities are offered in this program including arts & crafts, hiking, kayaking, mini golf, nature time, S.T.E.M., and swimming
Special Olympics Vermont provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Capital Region (Montpelier)
Capital Region (Montpelier)
Programs Offered:
Basketball
Softball
Contact:
Russ Ashe
russashe14@yahoo.com
Jayson Capobianco
jaysoncapobianco@gmail.com
Central Vermont (Barre)
Central Vermont (Barre)
Programs Offered:
Swimming
Athletics (Track & Field)
Soccer
Basketball
Bowling
Contact:
SOVT Office
(802) 863-5222
Lamoille County
Lamoille County
Programs Offered:
Soccer
Bowling
Basketball
Athletics (Track & Field)
Contact:
Connie Plante
conrad64@aol.com
Randolph
Randolph
Programs Offered:
Basketball
Bowling
Contact:
Karen Warner
802-272-6045
Angela Bent
mombent05@gmail.com
Smuggler's Notch
Smuggler's Notch
Vermont Adaptive provides year round adaptive sports and recreation programs to youth and adults throughout Vermont.
Snowsports
Offered to youth and adults with disabilities at Sugarbush Resort/ Mt. Ellen in Waitsfield, VT
Activities offered include alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, & snowshoeing
Scholarships available
Reservations are required
Summer/ Spring/ Fall Programs
Offered at various program locations around Vermont including Sugarbush Resort/ Mt. Ellen, Mad River Valley, Waterbury, and Montpelier.
Reservations are required
Paddle sports: canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding
Tandem Cycling
Mountain Biking (lift access & trail riding)
Hiking
Environmental Programs
Adventure Weekends
Group Outings: special experiences for groups
Mountain Biking
Trail and lift-access mountain biking for all abilities, offered at various program locations around Vermont
Bike fleet includes 15 three wheeled bikes, and over 40 two wheeled bikes
Programs run mid June- mid September
Reservations are required
Veteran Programs
Offered to injured service members, veteran's with disabilities, and their families
Equipment, lessons, and tickets are free of charge
Reservations are required 48 hours in advance for independent athletes and 14 days for anyone requiring assistance
Veteran Ventures activities can be found on "Events" page
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