Shared Ski Adventures:

• 8-week program beginning in early January
• 3-hour lesson every Saturday morning at Swain Ski Resort (9am-12 noon)
• Private lesson structure with 2:1 instructor to student ratio
• Adapted equipment as needed (limited availability)
• Program is supported by trained volunteer instructors
• Ski equipment rental available
• Discounted family tickets available

Our Goal

• To promote personal growth, development and self-esteem
• To increase physical and mental capabilities
• To acquire outdoor skills & environmental awareness
• To promote independence & participation in non-exclusive activities
• To have fun and make friends
• To encourage social interaction
• To improve teaching, leadership and communication skills
• To make a difference through rewarding experiences

Our Vision

• To make SSA affordable to people with disabilities
• Be a known recreational option for disabled people in Western NY
• Create an expandable program, capable of accommodating community needs
• Provide accredited instructors to all students
• Purchase latest equipment to best enable our students
• Further expose disabled people to outdoor physical activities which is beneficial to health & morale
• To increase skier exposure through field trips to other ski resorts
• Promotional events: open house, fund raising
• Be an introductory program for people interested in learning more