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Making snow sports accessible for everyone

Adaptive Ski & Snowboard Lessons

Our Adaptive Lessons makes skiing and snowboarding accessible for guests with physical or cognitive challenges. You’ll work one-on-one with a trained instructor and use specialised equipment where needed, so you can experience the freedom of sliding on snow, at your own pace.

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One-on-one coaching

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Specialist equipment

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Priority lift access

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SSNZ member discounts

Ready to progress?

Book an Adaptive Lesson

Reach out with questions, requests or enquiries and speak directly to our Adaptive Coordinator.

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Are Adaptive Lessons right for you?

Adaptive lessons are designed for guests with physical disabilities, cognitive or neurological challenges. Every lesson is shaped around you: your ability, your goals and how you learn. With a dedicated adaptive instructor, you can expect:

  • Patient, supportive one-on-one coaching

  • A plan that matches your learning style

  • More independence on the mountain

  • The thrill of moving confidently on snow

You’ll leave feeling capable, included and excited to keep progressing.

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One-on-one coaching

Adaptive Lessons

  • One-on-one adaptive specialist instructor

  • Personalised teaching plan

  • Priority lift line access

  • Equipment guidance

  • Clear next-step recommendations

Lift passes and rentals are booked separately.

Adaptive rentals (per day):

  • Sit Ski – $45

  • Outriggers – $25

Rental sets:

SSNZ members receive 50% discount of our Core Rental Bundle, which includes skies or snowboard, boots and poles or wrist guards.

  • Adult set – $31.50 (with SSNZ discount)

  • Child set – $25.50 (with SSNZ discount)

Let us know your needs in advance so we can prepare your equipment.

Snow Sports NZ adaptive members receive exclusive savings including:

  • 40% off Adaptive Private Lessons

  • 40% off Ride Tribe Kids Programme

  • 50% off Single Day Passes

  • 50% off Season Passes*

  • 50% off the regular rental fleet (adult and child ski/snowboard sets)

  • Cardrona’s adaptive volunteers provide free on-snow support for SSNZ members

A current SSNZ membership ID must be shown at the time of purchase. If you’re not yet a member, you can join Snow Sports NZ as an Adaptive Member here.

*Season Pass discount is based on Drop 2 pricing of Unlimited Season Passes.

Choose your lesson duration from just 1 hour, to a full day.

  • 1 hour

  • 1.5 hours

  • 2 hours

  • 3 hours

  • 6 hours

An adult ski instructor in a red snowsuit branded "Cardrona" is guiding two young children on a snowy mountain slope. The children, wearing helmets and ski gear, are standing on skis with poles in hand, listening attentively to the instructor. One child is dressed in a gold snowsuit, while the other wears a red and grey snowsuit. The snow-covered mountains stretch into the background under a bright blue sky, with ski lifts and slopes visible in the distance.

Multi-day Kids Programme

Ride Tribe Adaptive

Ride Tribe Adaptive is a multi-week programme designed especially for kids who want to grow their skills and confidence on snow.

Running over five weeks, this programme blends structured skill development with mountain adventure and plenty of fun. Kids build their skiing or snowboarding ability while learning alongside the same instructor and group each week.

With a consistent team and supportive coaching, kids develop confidence, independence and strong mountain skills, all in an environment that feels encouraging and enjoyable.

Adaptive Facilities

Everything you need is located within our Base Area. If you’re unsure of the best route on the day, our team is happy to guide you.

“Great facilities for adaptive”

Great facilities for adaptive. Love support and discounts for adaptive that make skiing more viable, and easy.

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Frequently
Asked Questions

To book an adaptive lesson, please fill in and submit our Inquiry Form.

We recommend booking your adaptive lessons at least a week in advance so we can make sure the right instructor and equipment are ready for you.

We recommend adaptive guests become Snow Sports New Zealand (SSNZ Adaptive) members, as you’ll save 50% off day passes/ rental equipment and up to 40% off lessons at Cardrona. Visit the Snow Sports NZ website to become a member.

If you have any questions, volunteer requests or would like to enquire about group lessons, please email adaptive@cardrona.com to speak to our Adaptive Coordinator.

  • Sit ski rental is $45 per day

  • Outriggers rental is $25 per day

SSNZ members receive 50% off the above prices.

Cardrona’s adaptive volunteers provide free on-snow support for SSNZ members. We need about a week's lead time to organise a volunteer. While we cannot guarantee to have a volunteer available on the day we will always try our best.

Snow Sports NZ adaptive members get 50% off per day no matter how many days you purchase - this applies to all other fare types. Members need to show a current membership ID at the time of purchase.

Are you passionate about making skiing and snowboarding accessible to everyone? The Cardrona Adaptive Programme is looking for volunteers to help people with disabilities experience the joy of snow sports.

Whether you're an experienced instructor or simply have a positive attitude and willingness to learn, we'd love to have you on our team.

Make a difference on the mountain while developing new skills, meeting inspiring people, and being part of an incredible community. No previous adaptive ski/ snowboard experience is necessary and full training is provided.   Get in touch with adaptive@cardrona.com to learn more about volunteering opportunities.

You can join Snow Sports NZ as an Adaptive Member here.

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