Bromley, Stratton and The Hermitage
At Bart Adaptive Sports Center, the well-being of our participants has remained at the forefront of our minds throughout the COVID-19 crisis. The question we now face – how do we safely and effectively return to in-person programs in the winter operations, while protecting the health and wellness of our community?
According to the CDC, “Disability alone may not be related to a higher risk for getting COVID-19 or having severe illness. Most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from COVID-19. However, some people with disabilities might be at a higher risk of infection or severe illness because of their underlying medical conditions. Adults with disabilities are three times more likely than adults without disabilities to have heart disease, stroke, diabetes, or cancer than adults without disabilities.” This information alone, reminds us to proceed with a higher level of caution, and that being “first” in your community should be avoided. We will take the benefit of some time to learn from other effective strategies, plan carefully, train your providers and form local partnerships that help prepare for the safest possible environment.
Bart Adaptive Sports Center will follow CDC and the Vermont Department of Health, as well as any guidelines set forth from Bromley / Stratton for winter operations. All volunteers and participants need to abide by VT’s travel restrictions to participate in programming. This is subject to change based on updates from the Vermont Department of Health. https://accd.vermont.gov/covid-19/restart/cross-state-travel#map
Bart Adaptive Sports typically does not start ski and snowboard lesson until December 26th. Lessons, prior to the December date is based on instructor availability and terrain.
According to the CDC, “Disability alone may not be related to a higher risk for getting COVID-19 or having severe illness. Most people with disabilities are not inherently at higher risk for becoming infected with or having severe illness from COVID-19. However, some people with disabilities might be at a higher risk of infection or severe illness because of their underlying medical conditions. Adults with disabilities are three times more likely than adults without disabilities to have heart disease, stroke, diabetes, or cancer than adults without disabilities.” This information alone, reminds us to proceed with a higher level of caution, and that being “first” in your community should be avoided. We will take the benefit of some time to learn from other effective strategies, plan carefully, train your providers and form local partnerships that help prepare for the safest possible environment.
Bart Adaptive Sports Center will follow CDC and the Vermont Department of Health, as well as any guidelines set forth from Bromley / Stratton for winter operations. All volunteers and participants need to abide by VT’s travel restrictions to participate in programming. This is subject to change based on updates from the Vermont Department of Health. https://accd.vermont.gov/covid-19/restart/cross-state-travel#map
Bart Adaptive Sports typically does not start ski and snowboard lesson until December 26th. Lessons, prior to the December date is based on instructor availability and terrain.
Skiing & Snowboarding
Lessons are taught at both Bromley and Stratton mountains by trained volunteers who work to provide each individual the best possible experience. We use the latest in adaptive equipment and up to date methods to provide opportunities that range from recreational skier to paralympic hopeful. Instructions are available for all ability levels and disabilities.
Adaptive Junior Ski Instructor Program
(JISP)
Adaptive JISP / Kap program is Instructional program in skiing and snowboarding for individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities at Bromley Mountain on their designated school day afternoon early release.
Registration For Adaptive JISP/ KAP is Now Closed for 2019 -2020 Season.
Registration For Adaptive JISP/ KAP is Now Closed for 2019 -2020 Season.
Volunteering
Want to become a volunteer at Bromley or Stratton with Bart Adaptive Sports Center?
Please Join us and help people of all ages with disabilities have a great time on the Snow!
Junior Volunteers are welcome. This is a great way opportunity to work on your resume for college and do community service. Must be 15 years or older.
Please Join us and help people of all ages with disabilities have a great time on the Snow!
Junior Volunteers are welcome. This is a great way opportunity to work on your resume for college and do community service. Must be 15 years or older.