| Agency: |
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National Ability Center |
| Program name: |
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National Ability Center |
| Description : |
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The National Ability Center offers a wide variety of year-round activities, which include alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, swimming, cycling, waterskiing, horseback riding, rafting and camping trips, challenge course activities, leadership development training, and more. Last year individuals participated in 15,545 lessons and outings! Because safety is the first priority, instruction is provided by professional, certified instructors and complemented by volunteer assistants, interns and AmeriCorps members who contribute nearly 27,000 hours annually. Many of the instructors are also individuals with disabilities and serve as role models for our participants. |
| Hours of Operation: |
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none |
| Eligibility Requirements: |
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Individuals of all ages and abilities take part in the Ability Center's programs, including those with orthopedic, spinal cord, neuromuscular, visual and hearing impairments, as well as those with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Specially designed equipment is available for many of the activities. Adaptive saddles, hand cycles, and customized ski equipment, such as bi-skis, mono-skis and outriggers, enable participants to enjoy each activity comfortably and safely. In an attempt to eliminate the isolation of individuals with disabilities, friends and family members are also encouraged to participate. |
| Intake Procedure: |
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Fill out application online |
| Insurance Information: |
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none |
| Languages Spoken: |
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English |
| Fees: |
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Individual ($20), Family ($30), Business ($50), Lifetime ($500) |
| Primary Contact: |
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Dale Schoon, Chief Executive Officer, (435) 649-3991, (email)
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| Address: |
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Post Office Box 682799
Park City, UT 84068
(See a map) |
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