APRIL 13-18, 2025 | BIG SKY, MONTANA 

Adaptive Academy is an annual gathering of the country’s best adaptive instructors from across the United States Combined with National Academy (alpine) and Telemark Academy, this event is an opportunity to ski or ride big terrain in a supportive environment, learn from and network with your peers both on- and off-mountain, stay up on innovations shaping our industry, grow your community, demo new equipment, and get inspired.  

Whether you just got your Level I or have been an adaptive guide for decades, there’s something for everyone. Current and former National Team members help shape the agenda and will be there to coach on-hill sessions. You will leave the event a better skier or rider, and a better instructor! 

Open to current PSIA-AASI Members, only. Provides 30 CEUs! Register before prices increase on Feb. 1, 2025. 

Register Here

What Happens at Adaptive Academy?

Here’s a sample of a daily schedule from last year’s event. The 2025 schedule will be released closer to the event. 

  • Breakfast 
  • Equipment demos 
  • Break into on-mountain groups based on skill level, learning outcome, topic, or the use of different equipment types 
  • Lunch 
  • Indoor session: Biomechanics and equipment design 
  • Official supplier après party  

Adaptive Academy Event Details

Dates: April 13-18, 2025
Price: $1,650.00
Includes welcome reception on April 13, closing dinner, and breakfast and lunch during the on-snow days. Event price does not include lift tickets, lodging, travel, or transportation. Closer to the event date, PSIA-AASI will provide discount lift ticket and lodging info to registrants, but individuals are responsible for booking these on their own. PSIA-AASI does not provide or handle tickets, lodging, or travel for this event. 
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): 30. Event is open to current PSIA-AASI Members, only.
Deadlines: Registration ends Thursday, March 13, 2025, or when the event is at capacity. Rates increase by $200 on Feb. 1, 2025.
Location: Big Sky Resort is just 50 miles from Bozeman, Montana, and is accessible from the airport via regular shuttle bus service.
Pass Info: Big Sky is part of the Ikon and Mountain Collective Passes
Cancellation Policy: 

  • Cancel before Jan. 31 – Full refund
  • Cancel Feb. 1-Feb. 29 – $250 penalty
  • Cancel March 1 and later – No refund 

Questions? Please contact

Big Sky Resort Fun Facts

  • Summit elevation: 11,166 feet 
  • Vertical drop: 4,350 feet (from top of the tram) 
  • Skiable terrain: 5,850 acres 
  • # of terrain parks: 5 
  • If you choose ticket access to the world-famous Lone Peak Tram, you can ride it as a foot passenger to enjoy the views at the summit; no need to ski down if you’re not comfortable on that terrain 

Learn more about the event by listening to podcasts or reading blogs from last year’s events.

PODCASTS

BLOGS  

Event Sponsors + Demo Equipment Providers 

National Academy attendees can expect a wealth of interactive on- and off-snow experiences at Big Sky, Montana thanks to the association’s Official Suppliers. Check out the highlight reel from the last event! More details to come about who will be joining the upcoming event!

These Official Suppliers supported the previous Adaptive Academy:

Atomic | Aflac | Booster Strap | Cardo | Carv | CEP | Head/Tyrolia | Hestra | Leki | MDV | Nordica | Phoozy | Phunkshun | Pure Mountain Fun | Rossignol/Dynastar/Lange/Look | Sidas/Therm-ic | Stockli | Technica/Blizzard | The North Face | TwentyTwo Designs | WSI | GIRO | Scarpa | Swany | Toko | Faction | Grabber | Breckenridge Distillery