WINTER PROGRAM 2013
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Winter 2013 Program Information
At the Winter Day Camp we enjoy 5 days of skiing and snowboarding at one of the world’s premier, family-friendly ski resorts.
5-Day Ski Program Includes:
- 5-day on-mountain skiing/snowboarding*
- One-to-one private lesson with an Aspen Skiing Company professional who specializes in teaching those across the autism spectrum
- Additional support from ski buddies will also be provided through out the day
- Ski/Snowboard equipment (skis or board, boots, poles, helmet)
- Lift tickets
- Lunches and daytime snacks for camper Monday-Friday
- Breakfast for camper and one (1) guest (eg parent, aide) at Monday Meet and Greet
- Friday awards ceremony for camper and one (1) guest with light appetizers and beverages◊ Additional guests are welcome at the breakfast and Friday awards dinner. This option may be purchased below.*severe weather and camper sickness may require substitute activities
Program Description
Extreme Sports Camp is excited to offer our Winter Day Camp for the 2013 season! This program is held in Snowmass, Colorado, one of the world's premier, family-friendly ski resorts just a few miles outside of Aspen. Our day camp is designed for people anywhere on the autism spectrum, and we are now offering two separate programs tailored to fit the needs of the Youth population (15 years of age and below), and Young Adults (16 years of age and up). For your convenience, these two programs are offered simultaneously at the same locations. Our pioneering methods which combine relationship-based, social-emotional supports, embedded motivators, positive reinforcements, and sports proficiency instruction and analytics are effective for ANY skill level!
You will be welcomed with a meet-and-greet breakfast Monday morning and then enjoy 5 days of skiing and/or snowboarding. Each session welcomes a maximum of eight campers, each of whom is carefully matched with an Aspen Ski Company Professional Instructor. Participants and their instructor will ski/ride at their terrain level, and be assisted by ESC trained ski buddies. Campers join our ski staff each morning and enjoy lunch together at one of the Snowmass restaurants, on the mountain. At the ski day's end, campers are dropped off at home base for pick-up and join ESC buddies for our autism-specific après-ski program.
In order to ensure a successful experience with smooth transitions, Extreme Sports Camp has partnered with local vendors in Snowmass Village to allow campers and their families to coordinate and enjoy lodging, meals, caretaking and activities in the immediate Snowmass community. Many of these components are a la carte, so families can select the options that best fit their needs.
Scheduled ski camps for the 2013 season
December 31 – January 4 (New Year's)
January 21- 25 (MLK Week)
February 11 – 15 (Valentine's) February 18 – 22 (President’s Week)
March 4 – 8 (Early Spring Skiing) March 11 – 15 (St. Patty's Week) March 18 – 22(Spring Skiing)
March 25 – 29 (Spring Break)
April 1 – 5 (Spring Break)
Check-in for camp takes place at 8:00am Monday morning. We will have a meet-and-greet breakfast, outfit ski equipment, and be skiing by 9:30am. Camper pick-up after skiing will be between 3:00-3:15pm, with the possibility to add apres-ski activities until 6:00pm on Monday-Thursday, if desired and selected below. The end-of-week Awards Dinner takes place from 3:30-5:00pm on Friday. The camp officially ends at 5:00 on Friday evening.
Registration Fee: 5-day program – $1950
Early Bird Discount: Any registration before December 10th and
- $500 deposit – $25 discount
- 50% deposit receives – $50 discount
- Paid in full – $100 discount
Deposit: $500 -A $500 deposit is due at the time of registration. The deposit will be applied to your winter camp cost. All fees are due 21 days prior to the start date of camp.
Group Discounts & Multiple Week Discounts are available – contact the ESC office to find out more!
Equipment rental discounts for family and friends: ESC campers' friends and family members can receive 15% discount vouchers on equipment rentals that are for 4 days and more.
Scholarships Available - Click here to apply
(Note: External scholarships are available as well. Autism Care and Treatment Today offers scholarships to families, which priority going to military and families with more than one child affected with autism. See http://www.act-today.org/index
Additional Options
Overnight Accommodations
ESC has made arrangements with Snowmass Hospitality for your lodging needs. There are several options in all price ranges – one should fit the needs of most families! Discounts from the Viceroy, coming soon!The sooner you reserve your spot, the better the chance the room(s) will still be available. As with camper registration, all lodging arrangements need to be made 21 days prior to first date of occupancy.
Colorado Mountain Express
Extreme Sports Camp has made arrangements with Colorado Mountain Express to provide a discounted rate for their transportation services. They provide transportation from the Denver airport, Eagle/Vail airport and the Aspen airport, to Snowmass Village, and will drop you off right in front of your hotel or condo. Click Here for reservations. Discounts are available for travel days between Dec 26, 2012 and April 3, 2013.
Additional Breakfast/Dinner Guests
- Additional Monday Breakfast: $12 per person
- Additional Friday Awards Dinner: $15 per person
Apres-Ski Activities
$200 Monday-Thursday 3:00 – 6:00 PM If you choose this option, campers can stay with an ESC trained buddy after the normal 3/3:15pm end of the program day until 6:00pm. They will participate in a variety of after-ski activities including swimming, jacuzzi, games, movies, computers, and music. ESC has also enlisted local school and youth group volunteers to provide peer interaction and mentoring. Dinner will be included with this option. This option promotes social, emotional and communications engagement.
Overnight Supervision
Please note that ESC does not provide overnight supervision for campers during the winter program. Upon request, ESC will provide a list of people who are authorized to contract separately with parents/guardians to provide supervision of campers outside of ESC Winter Program hours. Parents/guardians must complete the required waiver acknowledging that ESC is not liable for any activities or incidents that occur while anyone other than an ESC staff member is supervising campers outside of ESC Winter Program Hours and Activities.
Individual Pro Lessons/Buddy Supported Skiing/Riding
Please choose this option if you would like to schedule an individual lesson outside of an existing winter camp program week. Individual lessons are subject to instructor availability. ONLY our ski pros provide instruction. Our Ski Buddies provide assistance and support to your camper. Please use our convenient online registration to pay for your lesson, but you must call our office 970.927.3143 to schedule it. Daily lift tickets must be purchased as well. Pro full-day (9:00 – 3:00) $395, includes lunch Pro half-day (9:00-12:00 or 12:30 – 3:30) $275 Pro full week private lessons (Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 3:00) – $1700, includes lunches Buddy Supported full day (9:00 – 3:00) $175, includes lunch Buddy Supported half day (9:00–12:00 or 12:30–3:30) $100 Buddy Supported full week (Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 3:00) – $850 Daily Lift ticket $75
Overnight Supervision
Please note that ESC does not provide overnight supervision for campers during the winter program. Upon request, ESC will provide a list of people who are authorized to contract separately with parents/guardians to provide supervision of campers outside of ESC Winter Program hours. Parents/guardians must complete the required waiver acknowledging that ESC is not liable for any activities or incidents that occur while anyone other than an ESC staff member is supervising campers outside of ESC Winter Program Hours and Activities.
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