Since 1975, Ignite Adaptive Sports has offered outdoor recreational experiences to people with physical and cognitive disabilities. Additionally, we now operate a very successful program for disabled Veterans which is especially vital to the many Veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan returning with with traumatic brain injuries, amputations and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Our lessons take place at Eldora Mountain Resort near Nederland, CO, and includes alpine and Nordic skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing.  Ignite’s very existence is based upon our belief that everyone should be able to enjoy winter sports regardless of having a disability. Ignite students have special needs that cannot be met by traditional on-snow teaching methods, but that does not mean they should not participate. They enjoy the thrill of winter sports in a safe and supportive environment. Their lives are enhanced physically, emotionally and spiritually through their own accomplishments ultimately building self-esteem, learning self-reliance and garnering trust among peers.

Ignite’s daily fees are the lowest in Colorado, yet many of Ignite’s participants are still unable to cover the fee which includes a ski or snowboard lesson, lift ticket, specialized equipment and instructor. Unfortunately, most participants would not be able to attend without financial assistance as families with disabled children, adults with physical or cognitive disabilities and disabled Veterans often struggle financially because of the cost of their ongoing care.