Event Details

Date

10 & 16 March 2027

Host

WheelPower / Disability Snowsport UK

Location

Hemel Hempstead & Tamworth

Adaptive Skiing for children aged 5+

Try adaptive skiing in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment! Join us for a free taster day designed for disabled children and young people aged 5 to 17 who want to discover the thrill of skiing. No experience is needed.

When and where are the events?

Learn to Ski with WheelPower on 10 March 2027 at Snow Centre, Hemel Hempstead or on the 16 March 2027 at SnowDome, Tamworth

Timetable

Session	Snow Centre, Hemel Hempstead	SnowDome, Tamworth
Session One	10:30am – 11:30am	10:00am – 11:00am
Session Two	12:30pm – 1:30pm	11:30am – 12:30pm
Session Three	2:30pm – 3:30pm	2:00pm – 3:00pm
Session Four	4:00pm – 5:00pm	3:30pm – 4:30pm

What you’ll do

Our friendly and experienced adaptive skiing instructors will help you:

Learn the basics of balance, control, and steering.
Try different adaptive equipment.
Build confidence on the snow in a supportive environment.
Have fun with new friends while learning a new skill!

All sessions are tailored to individual needs so everyone can take part at their own pace.

Who can attend?

Physically disabled children and young people aged 5 – 17.
Anyone who weighs under 16 stone 8 pounds.
No previous skiing experience is required.
Parents, carers, and siblings are welcome to watch and cheer you on.

Please note that booking priority will be given to people who have not attended a previous Learn to Ski Day.

If you’re unsure whether this event is right for you, we’ll be happy to chat through your needs.

📧 Email: sport@wheelpower.org.uk
📞 Call: 01296 395995

Once registered a member of the WheelPower Sports Team will contact you to ask your first and second choice of session times. Please arrive 20 mins before your agreed time slot.

What to bring

All adaptive equipment will be provided according to your needs and for your comfort and safety. Participants are advised to wear warm comfortable sports clothing as the slope is cold!

Why Join Us

Experience the joy and freedom of snowsport in a safe setting.
Meet other young people who share your interests.
Build confidence and physical skills.
Discover a pathway into adaptive snowsports. Many of our participants go on to ski clubs or regular sessions!

Cost:

This is a FREE event, but participants will be required to pay a £15 deposit to secure their place. This will be refunded after the event.

Images of people trying out adaptive sit skiing

"Thank you to everyone for an absolutely amazing experience. You are all stars. I felt alive again and I am most definitely thinking about taking up mono skiing. It was so much better than wheelchair rugby!" (Hassan)

The Learn to Ski event from WheelPower is delivered in partnership with our friends from Disability Snowsport UK

Disability Snowsport UK’s vision is of mountains and ski slopes free from barriers. We believe that all people have the right to access the unique physical, mental, and social benefits of snowsport, regardless of disability, injury, or experience.