ALPINE SKIING & SNOWBOARDING

Alpine / Downhill Skiing
Experience the freedom and control of gliding down the slopes. Programs are designed to meet the interests of all ability levels, beginner to racer. Lessons are offered at The Summit at Snoqualmie, Crystal Mountain, and Stevens Pass.

Stand-up Skiing
Standing skiers may use two (standard skis, boots, and poles), three, or four-track skiing techniques. These techniques often use outriggers for balance and are named after the number of tracks left in the snow. These skiing methods can accommodate participants who have balance difficulties, amputations, hearing and visual impairments, and developmental disabilities.

Sit, Bi, and Mono Skiing
Individuals who use wheelchairs, including those with paraplegia and quadriplegia, bilateral lower extremity amputations, significant balance issues, or developmental disabilities, ski using these adaptive equipment. All offer exciting opportunities for beginning and expert skiers.

Competitive Race Programs
Participants who would like to apply their intermediate or advanced skiing skills to a competitive level should apply for these teams. Call the office for more details. SKIHAWKS Alpine racing team is comprised of athletes with developmental disabilities who train and compete in Special Olympics ski races. Ski For Speed Sunday race team is comprised of participants with physical disabilities who train for and compete in timed races.  SKIHAWKS Program Brochure

Snowboarding
Come feel the smooth sensation of gliding down the face of a mountain while riding a snowboard. Find out why this sport’s popularity has skyrocketed. Snowboarding is a great option for people who are more ambulatory including those with developmental or visual disabilities, or head injuries.