IGNITE PERSONAL GROWTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND CONFIDENCE
Ignite Adaptive Sports is the only adaptive snowsport program located on Colorado’s eastern slope. It’s also the only program accessible by RTD’s public transportation system. For other transportation options there is also Via Mobility.
Our Mission
Ignite’s mission is to provide snowsport opportunities to people with disabilities.
We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy winter sports, regardless of skill or ability level.
THE HISTORY OF IGNITE
In the 1970s, ten passionate University of Colorado students saw an opportunity to enhance the lives of other CU students living with disabilities by providing them with access to Colorado’s great winter sport of skiing. In 1975, this dedicated group gained permission from Eldora Mountain Resort to create an Alpine Adaptive Skiing program for ten Athletes with disabilities.
Our Impact
300+ Athletes
each year
Outdoor sports enthusiasts of all ages and abilities are welcome to take part in our nationally recognized program at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort.
15,000+
volunteer hours
Our team of 250+ Volunteers donates their time and energy each year to provide private snowsports lessons to people living with disabilities.
15+ Years
serving veterans
In 2009, we expanded to serve wounded active duty and military Veterans through the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee.
Ignite’s new World Headquarters
In just 18 months, we went from breaking ground to completing construction on our new World Headquarters. The dream of having this fully accessible building has been a LONG time coming. In addition to top-notch accessibility features, the building will allow Ignite to get even more Athletes out on the slopes!
Get Involved
Hit the Slopes
Outdoor sports enthusiasts of all ages and ability levels are welcome to take part in Ignite’s nationally recognized program. Ranging from six years old to over ninety, Ignite Athletes have varying disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, use of prosthetics, paralysis, low vision, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Many Athletes live with more than one disability.
Become a Volunteer
Our work at Ignite Adaptive Sports is powered by Volunteers. This dedicated group of individuals provide 100% of our Athlete lessons and support every aspect of the organization.
“To me Ignite means that anyone who comes in that door is treated with respect, love, and caring.”
— Nancy Bell, Ignite Volunteer Instructor