NEHSA

Monthly Board Meeting
2021-02-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Monthly NEHSA Board Meeting
Via Zoom
All are invited to attend
Please contact Carly Bascom for login credentials

36th Annual Ski & Ride-A-Thon
2021-02-06 08:00 | New England Healing Sports Association, 180 Mount Sunapee Rd, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Save the Date
2021 Ski/Ride – a – Thon
February 6, 2021, 9 AM – 4 PM

The event will take place in person at Mount Sunapee Resort OR virtually at a mountain of your choice. Open to Skiers & Snowboarders of all ages & abilities.
Proceeds go to support NEHSA’s year-round adaptive snow & paddle sports programming.
REGISTRATION
Online Registration: $100 in-person INCLUDES lift ticket & lunch
Virtual Ticket: $50
👉🏽 Click here
DAY OF
👉🏽 Be ready to hit the slopes! Turn in your pledges, grab your bag lunch, swag & ticket.
👉🏽 Start times will be scattered this year…(please be sure to wear your mask & social distance)
Have SO MUCH FUN!
👉🏽 Raffle Tickets for purchase
👉🏽Virtual/Online silent Auction
Best Costume, Most Runs, Best Flare!🌟
Raise $500 + WIN a NEHSA Backpack or Blanket
Raise $1000 + WIN a NEHSA Backpack, Blanket & be entered to win a Grand Prize (Bose Speaker)!
OBTAINING PLEDGES
Pledge yourself first! It’s easier to get others to sponsor you if they can see your commitment.
Ask your family, friends, co-workers, companies, everyone!
People give when they know you & believe in your passion for a cause & when they are asked.
👉🏽Always collect pledges in advance. Start collecting your pledges today! CrowdRise (crowdrise.com) & First Giving (www.firstgiving.com/21334) are great tools to set up your fundraising page.
👉🏽 Share to your social pages!
👉🏽 Click here for a printable Flyer

2021 Winter Sports Clinic for Disable Veterans
2021-01-11 08:00 - 2021-01-14 17:00 | New England Healing Sports Association, 180 Mount Sunapee Rd, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Canceled
January 11th – 15th 2021
More details to come soon!

#28 - Movement Analysis 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
In this clinic, you will investigate the common movement patterns for the beginner to intermediate skier. Join this active
group while skiing to understand the terminology, concepts, and movements of the skiing progression. Learn how to
develop a critical eye while participating in various skiing exercises. Also, practice setting plans for how and when to
make necessary changes for your adaptive athlete’s success.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org

#27 - Stand-Up Tethering
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This clinic will focus on practicing the skills needed for effective stand-up tethering. Included will be skiing drills which
will improve your ability to tether, proper tethering positioning, and how to use the terrain to better assist your athlete.
Practicing these techniques will ensure that you can better help the skier be safe on the slope and advance their own
skiing. *Attendees will want to utilize NEHSA skis with eye bolts for this clinic.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org

#26 - Teach Mono-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This clinic is an introduction to mono-skiing, including the assessment of the participant, fitting the athlete, and setting
up the mono-ski, the initial progression, and, if time and participation permits, lift loading and unloading.
*Participants must have some experience with the sit-ski program to participate in this clinic.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org

#25 - Advance Bi-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This clinic is meant for those of you who have a few years under your belt behind the sit-ski and is designed to further
your skill as a lead instructor. We will work on tethering techniques as well as in-depth training to engage your
participant by teaching them how to initiate turns and to use outriggers to give them more independence.
*Participants must have some previous experience with the bi-ski to participate in this clinic.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org

#24 - Intermediate Bi-Ski
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | New England Healing Sports Association, 180 Mount Sunapee Rd, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Already have some experience behind a bi-ski or as an assistant on a sit-ski lesson? This clinic is designed to give you
more hands-on training. You will learn how to safely navigate behind the workhorse of the sit-ski program, the bi-ski.
*Participants must have some previous experience with the bi-ski or have taken Intro to Sit-Ski to participate in this clinic.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org

#23 - ATS
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
To better understand the fundamentals of Alpine skiing, we will show you ways to develop your own personal skiing.
This clinic will review the American Teaching System foundation and then demonstrate how to adapt these principles to
meet the needs of athletes with disabilities. *Participants must be able to ski various terrains on the mountain.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#22 - Ski Bike 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Ski Bikes are now allowed at Mount Sunapee! Ski Bikes are a fantastic tool for a wide variety of our athletes. Learn the
ins and outs of this new offering in our equipment line up. Try it for yourself and learn how to make any Ski Bike lesson a
success!
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org

#21 - Advanced Adaptive Snowboard 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Come to this clinic to advance your adaptive snowboard instruction techniques. Whether you are interested in fine
tuning your tethering skills, or increasing your maneuverability on the Rider Bar, you won’t want to miss out on this
experiential learning opportunity.
*Skiers welcome and encouraged!*
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#20 - Movement Analysis 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
In this clinic, you will investigate the common movement patterns for the beginner to intermediate skier. Join this active
group while skiing to understand the terminology, concepts, and movements of the skiing progression. Learn how to
develop a critical eye while participating in various skiing exercises. Also, practice setting plans for how and when to
make necessary changes for your adaptive athlete’s success.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#19 - Teaching Stand Up Skiers
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Teaching successes happen because we know our athletes. In this clinic, we will review the various disabilities we see
with our stand-up skiers, physical and cognitive assessments, learning styles, and teaching methods. The teaching
progression, tethering techniques, and appropriate adaptive assists will also be included. Insights and activities to make
the focus on safe and fun skill development will be shared.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#18 - Teaching Skiers with VI 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This session will introduce the basics of skiing with athletes with visual impairments. Learn about vision diagnoses, safety
concerns, teaching strategies, and guiding techniques that will help the skier find success. Discover how to develop
an awareness of the athlete’s needs which will establish trust and a close bond with your VI skier.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#17 - Advanced Bi-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This clinic is meant for those of you who have a few years under your belt behind the sit-ski and is designed to further
your skill as a lead instructor. We will work on tethering techniques as well as in-depth training to engage your
participant by teaching them how to initiate turns and to use outriggers to give them more independence.
*Participants must have some previous experience with the bi-ski to participate in this clinic.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.
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#16 - Intermediate Bi-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Already have some experience behind a bi-ski or as an assistant on a sit-ski lesson? This clinic is designed to give you
more hands-on training. You will learn how to safely navigate behind the workhorse of the sit-ski program, the bi-ski.
*Participants must have some previous experience with the bi-ski or have taken Intro to Sit-Ski to participate in this clinic.
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#15 - Intro to Sit-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | New England Healing Sports Association, 180 Mount Sunapee Rd, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
If you are interested in exploring the sit-ski program at NEHSA, this clinic will introduce you to the equipment and
discuss the benefits of each type (bi-ski, dual-ski, mono-ski) relative to specific disabilities. You will learn the skills to be a
helpful assistant, how to safely load and unload from the lift, and the different techniques for coaching your participant.
To Register send an e-mail to into@nehsa.org.

#14 - Tetra-Ski (Tentative) 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | New England Healing Sports Association, 180 Mount Sunapee Rd, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This clinic is tentative. Learn about one of the most technologically advanced pieces of adaptive equipment out there,
the Tetra Ski! Learn from the University of Utah’s New England Rep and ASPNC Program Manager, Nate Hanson. The
Tetra Ski uses robotics to allow individuals to ski as independently as possible. Learn about who benefits from this
amazing piece of adaptive equipment and give it a try!
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#13 - Movement Analysis 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-17 09:00 - 16:00 | New England Healing Sports Association, 180 Mount Sunapee Rd, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

#12 - Assisting Snowboarders 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Participation in NEHSA’s ski program is thriving, but our snowboarder population is growing too! In this clinic, NEHSA
hopes to provide the opportunity for ski instructors and snowboard instructors to come together to provide the best
snowboard experience possible for our athletes. This clinic will focus on everything from snowboard selection, to
adaptive snowboard equipment, to tethering a snowboarder down the mountain. Whether you identify as a skier or a
snowboarder, bring the equipment you feel most comfortable on and get ready for an awesome afternoon. *Skiers
welcome and encouraged!*
To register send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#11 - Intermediate Bi-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States

#10 - Slider 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
In this clinic, you will view the basic physical evaluation of skiers who may use the slider and get hands-on experience on
how to properly set up this piece of equipment. You will also have the opportunity to practice skiing and tethering the
slider while learning the teaching progressions used with his device. The snow slider facilitates the needs of many standup skiers but is often viewed as a final device. Learn how to implement developmental plans for your athlete to move
from the slider towards outrigger use or independence on any hand-held adaptive equipment.
Please register by sending an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

Monthly NEHSA Board Meeting
2020-12-16 16:30 - 18:30 | Zoom
Monthly NEHSA Board Meeting via Zoom
Please send an e-mail to carly.bascom@nehsa.org for the access information

#9 - Teaching Skiers with VI 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-15 09:00 - 16:00 | NH
This session will introduce the basics of skiing with athletes with visual impairments. Learn about vision diagnoses, safety
concerns, teaching strategies, and guiding techniques that will help the skier find success. Discover how to develop
an awareness of the athlete’s needs which will establish trust and a close bond with your VI skier.
To register please send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#8 - Stand-Up Tethering
2020-12-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
This clinic will focus on practicing the skills needed for effective stand-up tethering. Included will be skiing drills which
will improve your ability to tether, proper tethering positioning, and how to use the terrain to better assist your athlete.
Practicing these techniques will ensure that you can better help the skier be safe on the slope and advance their own
skiing. *Attendees will want to utilize NEHSA skis with eye bolts for this clinic.
Please register by sending an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#7 - Intro to Sit-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
If you are interested in exploring the sit-ski program at NEHSA, this clinic will introduce you to the equipment and
discuss the benefits of each type (bi-ski, dual-ski, mono-ski) relative to specific disabilities. You will learn the skills to be a
helpful assistant, how to safely load and unload from the lift, and the different techniques for coaching your participant.
Please register by sending an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

# 6 ATS and the Adaptive Connection 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
To better understand the fundamentals of Alpine skiing, we will show you ways to develop your own personal skiing.
This clinic will review the American Teaching System foundation and then demonstrate how to adapt these principles to
meet the needs of athletes with disabilities. *Participants must be able to ski various terrains on the mountain.
Please register by sending an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#5 Canceled - Slider 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Canceled
In this clinic, you will view the basic physical evaluation of skiers who may use the slider and get hands-on experience on
how to properly set up this piece of equipment. You will also have the opportunity to practice skiing and tethering the
slider while learning the teaching progressions used with his device. The snow slider facilitates the needs of many standup skiers but is often viewed as a final device. Learn how to implement developmental plans for your athlete to move
from the slider towards outrigger use or independence on any hand-held adaptive equipment.
Please register by sending an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#4 Canceled - Intermediate Bi-Ski 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00
2020-12-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Canceled
Already have some experience behind a bi-ski or as an assistant on a sit-ski lesson? This clinic is designed to give you
more hands-on training. You will learn how to safely navigate behind the workhorse of the sit-ski program, the bi-ski.
*Participants must have some previous experience with the bi-ski or have taken Intro to Sit-Ski to participate in this clinic.
Please register by sending an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.

#3 Canceled - Intro to Sit -Ski
2020-12-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Canceled
If you are interested in exploring the sit-ski program at NEHSA, this clinic will introduce you to the equipment and
discuss the benefits of each type (bi-ski, dual-ski, mono-ski) relative to specific disabilities. You will learn the skills to be a
helpful assistant, how to safely load and unload from the lift, and the different techniques for coaching your participant.
To register, please send an e-mail to info@nehsa.org.
