December 8 - 14, 2024 | Breckenridge, CO
Arrive Sunday | Depart Saturday
THE HARTFORD Ski Spectacular, hosted by Move United at the Beaver Run Resort in Breckenridge, Colorado, is one of the nation’s largest winter sports festivals for people with disabilities, with more than 800 registered participants annually. For over three decades, thousands of participants have experienced the transformational power of #SkiSpec
The title sponsor of the event is THE HARTFORD Financial Services Group. THE HARTFORD has been an advocate for the adaptive sports movement and sponsor of athletes with disabilities for more than 25 years, and the Presenting Sponsor for the last 30 years. As a leading disability insurer, the company has a long-held belief that sports are an important part of physical rehabilitation following a disabling illness or injury.
Ski Spec’s host chapter is Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center.
The programs offered during this week-long event include learn to ski and snowboard lessons, a week-long race camp, Level I Race (Ski Spec Challenge Race), Nordic skiing, free clinics (in Nordic skiing, biathlon, and sled hockey), Ski Spectacular Instructor Academy (formerly PSIA-AASI National Adaptive Academy) for Instructors, banquets, and other social/networking events.
THE HARTFORD Ski Spectacular strengthens and expands adaptive snow sports programs in communities throughout the U.S. and helps identify and train youth, wounded warriors, and others with disabilities who strive to be winter Paralympians.
Sports make us more. Join us and experience the power of #SkiSpec.
To view the full 2023 event schedule, click here.
Early Bird Registration, before October 3: $60 event registration (additional program fees may apply)
Starting October 3: $80 event registration (additional program fees may apply)
Registration closes on November 1, 2024. Refunds, including those for sickness, are not available after registration closes.
ATTENTION: You will be requested to pay by credit card when registration is complete. You cannot submit registration without a payment. If you are unable to pay by credit card, please contact James Arnold at jarnold@moveunitedsport.org or (240) 268-5372.
Learn how to Ski and Snowboard (lessons offered in downhill ski, snowboard, sit-ski, 3-track and 4-track).
Come out and try Nordic Skiing & Biathlon, Sled Hockey, and Adaptive Yoga for free.
A high-level training opportunity for athletes to learn how to race or advance their skills.
For anyone interested in learning about adaptive snowsports instruction and receiving continuing education credits. The Ski Spectacular Instructor Academy is endorsed by PSIA-AASI.
Come and showcase your winter adaptive sports equipment.
Help us with transporting athletes to and from events, setting up and breaking down, and/or administrative duties.
Learn about program requirements, on-snow guidelines, lessons, and lift operations.
When and where to check-in, plus event waivers.
Where we recommend you stay during this year’s Ski Spectacular, including discounted rates.
Some options for you to get to and from the slopes. Find out where you can park your car while you're on the slopes
Information on discounted lift tickets or the adaptive ski pass.
Information on equipment rental, adaptive equipment, and guides for the visually impaired.
Participants & visitors may be experience altitude sickness due to the increased elevation and may experience some adverse reactions. Click here for more information.
Learn more about the frequently asked questions for the event.