ADAPTIVE SKI ASSOCIATION OF WEST MICHIGAN
"If I can do this, I can do anything!"
Join us on the slopes!
It is our goal to make the hill a more accessible place for all and share our love of the sport with people of all abilities.
ASA-WM Athletes
Please note, registration for the 2027 season will open on Sunday, November 1st 2026 at 8:00am.
For questions, or to be added to our contact list, please email us at info@asa-wm.org
Adaptive Ski Season Information:
ASAWM offers a 5-week format consisting of one two-hour lesson each week. Lesson times are at the same time and with the same instructors each week.
Lesson times are:
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Tuesday: 6 pm – 8 pm
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Wednesday: 6 pm – 8 pm
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Thursday: 6 pm – 8 pm
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Sunday: 1pm – 3pm, 2pm – 4pm, 3pm – 5pm
Season costs are as follows:
$295 fee includes:
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5-weeks two-hour lessons
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Lift ticket
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Equipment rental (if needed)
*Signup is for the entire 5 week season. We do not currently offer single lessons.
Our program is designed to help athletes expand their horizons, master new skills, make new friends, and increase motor coordination. Most importantly, participants experience growth in self-confidence and independence and strengthen all aspects of their lives.
We welcome anyone, regardless of the type of disability or age, to fill out a student application.
NOTE: 175lb weight limit for athletes.
Is ASAWM for me?
ASAWM works with individuals six years of age or older who have a wide range of physical, mental, and developmental disabilities.
We teach out of four main lesson formats:
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Developmentally Disabled: For individuals with mental and / or physical impairments and learning disabilities.
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Sensory Impaired: For individuals who are deaf or hearing impaired, visually impaired, or blind.
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Mono-Ski: For individuals who have good upper body strength, balance and trunk motion, specifically paraplegics and high level amputees.
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Bi-ski: For individuals who have less upper body strength, balance and trunk motion, specifically quadriplegics, high level paraplegics and persons with more severe impairments.
Events & Schedule
Our 2026-2027 season:
Season Highlights:
Registration opens Sunday, November 1at at 8:00 AM - athlete spots fill quickly, be sure to mark down the date and time on your calendars!
Lessons begin Sunday, January 10th - Lessons end the week of Sunday, February 7th
2026-2027 Event Schedule
Athlete & Volunteer Registration Opens Online | Sunday, November 1st at 8:00 AM EST
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Blizzard Bash Fundraiser | Friday, November 6th
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6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
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Event features:
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Live entertainment, games and activities
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Plinko Game to win prizes
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Silent auctions featuring a wide variety of items to bid on
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Prizes include Bill and Paul’s Sporthaus Gift Card
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Past items have included ski gear, home goods, sports memorabilia, VIP cruise packages and other donated items.
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Delicious food and cash bar
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For more information and ticket sales, visit: https://teddyknapefoundation.org/blizzardbash/
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The B.O.B. 20 Monroe Avenue Northwest , Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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*Time & location subject to change
Lessons Begin | Sunday, January 10th , 2026
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Mary Free Bed Clinic | Saturday, January 30th 2027
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In partnership with Mary Free Bed Wheelchair & Adaptive Sports and Kentwood Parks & Recreation, ASAWM hosts a 1-day clinic for adaptive athletes to experience adaptive downhill skiing.
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For more information, visit: https://maryfreebed.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/maryfreebed/event.jsp?event=5288
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Cannonsburg Ski Area, Belmont, MI
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Teddy Fest Fundraiser | Saturday, February 13th 2027
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For more information and ticket sales, visit: https://teddyknapefoundation.org/teddy-fest/
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Crystal Mountain Resort, Thompsonville, MI
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End of Season Banquet | Sunday, February 28th 2027
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Bingo Brunch Banquet to celebrate another successful season!
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RSVP through flyer posted here & shared via email, closer to the date!
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