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Adaptive Lessons

In partnership with the Outdoor Recreation and Community Access Program (ORCA) at Southeast Alaska Independent Living (SAIL), Eaglecrest offers adaptive ski and snowboard lessons to people experiencing physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities.

Whether it’s simply an exposure to mountain snowsports or advancing skills to carve down the mountain, adaptive ski and snowboard lessons offer an unmatched opportunity for children and adults with disabilities to build confidence, independence, improve fitness levels, make new friends and have fun!

Eaglecrest and ORCA offer adaptive lessons in the following areas:

• Two-track: skier is able to stand independently
• Three-track: disability of one leg.
• Four Track: disability of both legs but able to stand with support
• Mono-ski: disability of both legs, has good upper body strength
• Bi-ski: disability of legs, little or no upper body strength
• Blind/low vision: little or no visual sight
• Snowboard: student is able to stand independently

Weekend Adaptive Lessons with ORCA

The Outdoor Recreation and Community Access Program (ORCA) at Southeast Alaska Independent Living (SAIL) will offer adaptive ski and snowboard lessons on Saturdays and Sundays. Half and full day lessons are available, and are open to all ages and abilities.

For more information or to schedule a class group, call Lindsay Hallvik at (907) 790-2000 x227 or email at lindsay_hallvik@ci.juneau.ak.us.

Volunteer with ORCA Adaptive Ski & Snowboard Program

The ORCA Program is always looking for patient, responsible and excited volunteers interested in sharing their passion for skiing and snowboarding with students with disbailities. Volunteers work with a diverse range of students primarily assisting with ski/snowboard techniques, safety, and appropriate terrain choice. Volunteers receive a complimentary lift ticket or Eaglecrest Ski or Snowboard lesson for every day they volunteer!

If you are interested, please click here to download a registration form and return to ORCA at:

3225 Hospital Dr. Ste. 300 , Juneau, AK 99801

Weekday Adaptive Lessons

Private weekday adaptive lessons with ORCA and Eaglecrest Instructors are also available upon request. Please click here for Adult Private Lesson rates or click here for Youth Private Lesson rates.

For more information or for reservations, call the Snowsports School at 907-790-2000 ext. 211

Accessible Transportation

Accessible transportation to and from Eaglecrest is available through the Outdoor Recreation and Community Access (ORCA) program at Southeast Alaska Independent Living (SAIL). Roundtrip transportation is available from January 2 - March 28. Other dates and times are available upon request. Please call the ORCA program at907-586-0104 to arrange a pick-up time and location.

ORCA Bus Rates:

Mid-Week School Program

Eaglecrest also offers adaptive instruction for children with special needs attending the Eaglecrest School Program with their elementary and middle school classmates. One-on-one adaptive lessons are available and are designed to meet the interests of all ability levels.

Adaptive lessons allow students with disabilities to learn to ski alongside their classmates; building confidence, independence, and acquire invaluable skills in balance, coordination, movement, sensation, personal space and communication.

For more information or to schedule a class group, call Lindsay Hallvik at (907) 790-2000 x227 or email at lindsay_hallvik@ci.juneau.ak.us.

Nordic Lessons for Visually Impaired

Eaglecrest's certified instructors are excited to begin offering adaptive lessons in nordic skiing for students with visual impairments. All ages and abilities are welcome!

For more information or for reservations, call (907) 790-2000 x227 or email lindsay_hallvik@ci.juneau.ak.us.

Be sure to arrive at least 1/2 hour before lessons or programs to ensure you have enough time to sign in and gear up!

Questions about your first day? Check out our New Skier FAQ's!

The Eaglecrest Snowsports School is a team of very talented professionals who are dedicated to creating a fun and exciting learning experience. We are members of the Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors. Get the most out of your skiing or snowboarding experience and GO with a PRO!

For information and reservations, call the Snowsports School at (907) 790-2000 x211.