Training for family members and/or friends to become ASSP participant guides will also be available on a request basis, subject to the availability of volunteers.

ASSP programs make use of a number of different methods to make skiing and snowboarding accessible to as many people as possible and will tailor programs to suit the needs of the participants:   

• Sit Skiing (Bi-Skis and Mono-skis): Anybody can try this method. This popular equipment makes skiing possible for many people including those with limited lower body strength, people who use wheelchairs, including those with paraplegia and quadriplegia, bilateral lower extremity amputations, or developmental disabilities.
• Stand-Up Skiing: Standing skiers use various methods including one, two, three, or four-track skiing techniques. These techniques often use outriggers for balance, and are named for the number of tracks left in the snow.
• Visually or Hearing Impaired: A guide and/or instructor provide instruction and/or direction.
• Developmental/Learning Disabilities: A guide and/or instructor provide instruction and/ or direction.

ASSP programs are offered at no cost to participants and family members/friends from Kamloops and surrounding communities.  Lesson programs for guests visiting from outside the Kamloops can also be arranged through the Sports School.

As the key partner with ASSP, the Sun Peaks Resort Corporation has extended complimentary lift privileges to ASSP program participants, and 50% reduced rate lift tickets to family members/friends when acting as an ASSP participant guide.

Registration
For more information, registration for the community lesson program, or to arrange a drop-in lesson please phone 250-578-5419.