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REGISTRATION for this season is NOW CLOSED. Please visit the site October 2026 to join VASS. You are welcome to make a profile so we will ensure to make sure you stay up to date. Directions are below.
Welcome!
Our ski, sit ski, and snowboard programs are designed for everyone aged 5+, from beginners to experienced participants. Most programs run for 6 weeks, and you can find a complete list of all programs below. Our mission is to provide inclusive and adaptive snow sport lessons for all students.
We offer lessons at Grouse Mountain, Mt. Seymour, and Cypress Mountain and our programs rely on volunteer instructors. To increase our volunteer pool, we encourage parents, family members and family friends to become volunteers – on or off the mountain!
Programs We Offer
| MONDAY | Grouse Monday Night Learn-to-Snowboard Grouse Monday Night Learn-to-Ski January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23 2026 6:00 – 8:30 pm |
| TUESDAY | Grouse Tuesday Night ASD Learn-to-Ski Cypress Tuesday Night Intermediate Ski January 20, 27, February 3, 10,17, 24 2026 6:00 – 8:30 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | Grouse Wednesday Afternoon – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Ski & Snowboard Grouse Wednesday Learn-to-Ski Seymour Wednesday Night Learn-to-Sit Ski January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25 2026 6:00 – 8:30 pm |
| THURSDAY | Grouse Thursday Night Intermediate Sit Ski January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26 2026 6:00 – 8:30 pm |
| SATURDAY | Grouse Saturday Morning Learn-to-Ski January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28 2026 8:30 – 11:00 am Seymour Saturday Morning Learn-to-Sit Ski Seymour Saturday Afternoon Learn-to-Sit Ski January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28 2026 (choose 3 days only) 10:00 – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm-3:00 pm |
| SUNDAY | Grouse Sunday Morning Learn-to-Ski Grouse Sunday Morning Learn-to-Snowboard January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1 2026 8:30 – 11:00 am |
Family & Friends Program
A program where a family member, a friend or a support person can join a student in their program and also receive lessons themselves beforehand.
Blue Streaks Race Program
A program designed for intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders with physical or intellectual disabilities who have a keen interest in racing.
Prices & Membership
- $250 – the price for most of our programs
- $62 – CADS/BCAS membership & insurance (required) This can be done when making a student profile on our registration site.
- Included – lift passes, as many instructors as needed for support, rental equipment if needed (preferred, if you have your own equipment)
How to Register
Registration Day:
October 19 2025 @ 8 AM
RETURNING STUDENTS will have a pre-existing profile. On registration day, choose your program and submit your application. You’ll receive notification and an invoice a few days later. Be sure to review every page and ensure all details are correct.
NEW STUDENTS should create a profile before registration day. At 8am on registration day, log in, choose your program, and submit your application.
Below is a registration tutorial video and step-by-step written instructions. If you have challenges, please call us before registration day: 604-646-8277.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Go to vass.skiportal.org
- Programs: All student program information including times and dates can be found under ‘Become a Participant‘
- Select Participant Type: Click ‘Become a Participant‘ and then select ‘Student‘
- Enter Student Information: Fill in your student’s name and the email address you would like all correspondence sent to.
- Create a Snowline ID: You can create a Snowline ID using your student’s name (e.g., John Doe = JDoe) or simply use the email address again.
- Set a Password: Choose a secure password for the account.
- Complete the Profile: Starting with the red blocks at the top of the page, complete each section of the profile. Your goal is to turn all red blocks to green blocks, indicating the information is complete.
Additional Resources
FAQ
What is the age range for students to participate in VASS programs?
Minimum age is 5 years old and there is no maximum age.
Do I need prior skiing, sit skiing, or snowboarding experience to join a program?
No – our programs offer lessons to all abilities!
What information do I need to provide about my abilities or medical conditions when registering?
There is no pressure to disclose anything you are not comfortable revealing to us. Your lesson is tailored to your needs, so it would be beneficial to disclose abilities or conditions that might impact your lesson.
What happens if the program I want is already full – is there a waitlist?
There is a waitlist for ski, snowboard, and sit ski lessons. Depending on the time you registered and added yourself to the waitlist, we will work down the list and give you call when there is an opening.
Can a parent attend a lesson?
It is preferred that a student experience the lesson without parents attending. Parents are more than welcome to have a nap in their vehicle, or grab a coffee, or even go skiing or snowboarding themselves while their student is learning.
Can I register for multiple programs?
We have many students wanting to experience snow sports, so only 1 program is allowed per student.
When and how do I receive confirmation of my lesson placement?
Once a student’s profile has been reviewed and accepted, an email confirmation is immediately sent out to the email address listed in their profile.
Making the mountains accessible to all
