Whistler Adaptive Sports Program

06/23/2026

We're looking for volunteers to support our summer adaptive sports and recreation programs across the Sea to Sky. No prior experience is needed, just a willingness to learn, pitch in, and support others.

Whether you're helping with equipment, guiding participants on the trails, assisting with transfers, or simply providing a reassuring presence, you'll play an important role in making adventure accessible for everyone.

We are particularly seeking volunteers in Squamish and Pemberton.

We're currently in our training season, making this a great time to get involved. New volunteers can join upcoming training opportunities to build skills and confidence before summer programs begin.

There is no minimum time commitment required. Whether you'd like to support a single program, volunteer at a camp or event, or get involved regularly with our weekly activities, we'd love to hear from you.

Volunteer opportunities this summer include:

• Weekly biking programs in Squamish and Whistler
• Paddle sports in Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton
• Hiking in Whistler and Pemberton
• Open water swimming in Squamish
• Yoga in Whistler
• Spinal Cord Injury BC Adrenaline Weekender (Under 30) — 10–12 July
• Spinal Cord Injury BC Adrenaline Weekender (All Ages) — 7–9 August

If you're looking for a meaningful way to give back, spend time outdoors, and help create inclusive recreation opportunities in the Sea to Sky, join our volunteer team this summer.

Register: https://whistleradaptive.com/volunteer/



Images 1 & 2: Oisin McHugh Photography

06/22/2026

New Riders. New Trails. New Bikes!

This summer, Whistler Adaptive Sports Program is extending its adaptive biking program, creating more opportunities for riders to experience the fun, freedom and adventure of biking.

From valley trails to bike park flow lines, participants can explore a wider range of riding experiences, including new 2- and 3-wheel adaptive mountain bike lessons at Whistler Mountain Bike Park.

We're also excited to be growing our adaptive bike fleet with two new additions: the Bowhead Reach and the ReActive Adaptations Wildcat T1 adaptive handcycle, helping more riders of different ages and abilities access the trails.

A huge thank you to The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation for their generous support of this initiative. Their investment is helping us grow our fleet, and create more opportunities for participants to ride this summer and beyond.

Whether you're new to riding or looking to build your skills on new terrain, we'd love to help you get rolling this season.



Image Caption: Coaches and riders desend a trail Alice Lake Provincial Park during the 2025 Whistler Adaptive Sports Program and Squamish Adaptive Mountain Biking Association AMTB 'Try-It-Day' Oisin McHugh Photography

From valley trails to bike park flow lines, this summer Whistler Adaptive Sports is expanding its biking program, creating more opportunities for first-time riders, opening up new terrain experiences…

06/16/2026

From afternoons at Alice Lake to paddling, swimming, and exploring the outdoors, opportunities to enjoy the water are part of what makes the Sea to Sky so special.

Knowing how to safely navigate these environments is an essential life skill. Beyond recreation and fitness, water safety builds confidence, independence, and can help save lives. For children with autism, these skills are especially important, with research showing they are at a significantly higher risk of drowning, highlighting the need for safe, supportive aquatic learning environments.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our Summer Open Water Swim Program, starting with a free Open Water Safety “Try It Day” at Alice Lake Provincial Park on July 3.

For more information and to register visit: https://whistleradaptive.com/building-water-confidence-in-the-sea-to-sky/

Living in the Sea to Sky means being surrounded by water, from lakes and rivers to coastal environments that shape how we play, explore, and connect outdoors. Learning to swim is more than recreation…

06/11/2026

As our spring programs come to a close, we're reflecting on a season of adventure, growth, and connection.

From hiking local trails and building confidence in the pool to developing physical literacy skills and exploring the outdoors, participants have been learning, challenging themselves, and discovering new possibilities through sport and recreation.

While sport may be the vehicle, connection, confidence, and belonging are often the destination.

Every program creates opportunities for friendships to form, confidence to grow and community to flourish. Through shared experiences, encouragement, and plenty of fun along the way, participants build skills that extend far beyond the activity itself.

Thank you to our participants, volunteers, coaches, and supporters for making this spring season so memorable. We look forward to continuing the journey through a busy summer of programs.

Head to our website www.whistleradaptive.com to get involved as a participant, volunteer or to make a donation to our registered charity.

06/08/2026

Training season is here!

Over the next few weeks, our staff and volunteers will be refreshing skills and building new ones as we gear up for a busy summer of adaptive sport programs.

A big thanks to Chris Clark and Whistler Adventure School for getting things rolling with a fantastic bike mechanics refresher. Here's to a summer of learning, adventure, and helping more people get active outdoors!

06/05/2026

This National Accessibility Week is a chance to reflect on progress made and the ongoing work needed to build communities where everyone can participate, belong, and thrive.

At Whistler Adaptive we’re proud to have representatives on both the Whistler and Squamish Accessibility Committees, helping ensure lived experience and community voice are part of local planning and decision-making.

The updated Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) Access Whistler Map is available to download now (link in bio), making it easier to navigate accessible routes and facilities across the community.

Over the past year, we've been excited to see accessibility improvements take shape across our communities, including:

Adaptive mountain bike trail upgrades in Whistler's Interpretive Forest, where the RMOW and WORCA - Whistler Off Road Cycling Association have been improving sections of Farside, Farout, and Flashback, (check the RMOW social feeds for the details of these updates.)

An upgrade to a permanent ramp on the northmost accessible dock at Wayside Park, Whistler.

District of Squamish Brennan Park Recreation Centre upgrades, including universal washrooms, elevator access, hearing loop installation, and improved accessible viewing areas in the arena

Ongoing work through the District of Squamish Accessibility Committee to help guide the next three-year Accessibility Plan, improving access to recreation, parks, trails, and community spaces.




📷:

1. Members of the Squamish Accessibility Committee holding posters sharing a visual progress report of delivered actions from the Accessibility Plan.

2. Adaptive Mountain Bike Trail Updates. Whistler Adaptive Sports Program coach and rider captured by photographer Justa Jeskova.

3. The new reception area at Brennan Park Recreation Centre.

06/01/2026

After 10 incredible years with , we are saying a huge thank you and wishing the very best of luck to our Head Coach and Equipment & Facilities Manager, Adria Flor, as he moves on to his next chapter.

Adria has been one of the driving forces behind the growth of our organization, helping shape WAS into the vibrant multi-sport charity it is today. The list of skills and talents he brought to the role is long and impressive — coaching participants, mentoring volunteers, supporting families, developing coaches, and continually exploring innovative adaptive equipment and technology are just a few examples. His impact has been felt across every corner of our community.

Through his dedication and leadership, countless athletes and families have had the opportunity to build confidence, develop skills, gain independence, form lasting friendships, and discover a lifelong love of sport and the outdoors.

Beyond the programs and projects, we will miss Adria’s uplifting energy, humour, problem-solving mindset, unwavering commitment to inclusion, and the genuine care he brought to the people around him every single day.

Thank you for the early mornings, late nights, event days, powder days, trail days, race days, road trips, and all the unseen work in between that helped make our programs possible.

Your legacy will live on through the athletes, volunteers, staff, and families whose lives you have touched, and through the stronger organization you helped build.

From all of us at WAS, thank you for an incredible decade of service, passion, and dedication. We wish you and your family every success and happiness in the years ahead, and we can't wait to see where your next adventure takes you.

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05/28/2026

We’ve been out on two wheels this spring, in Pemberton, Whistler and Squamish, exploring everything from flowing singletrack forest trails to the pump track, building skills, confidence, and plenty of smiles along the way.

It’s been a great season of adaptive riding, with riders of all abilities getting into rhythm on varied terrain, progressing at their own pace, and enjoying the freedom of being back on bikes in the valley.

More sessions rolling out as the season continues, warming us up for summer sends!

05/25/2026

Volunteer spotlight ✨

Meet Gary Raymond from Scottsdale, Arizona, a long-time supporter of Whistler Adaptive Sports Program who has been whipping our annual No Limits Gala attendees into a fundraising frenzy since 2018.

Each year, Gary generously volunteers his time and travels to Whistler at his own expense to lead our live auction and paddle raise, bringing energy, humour, and heart to one of the most important nights of our year. Armed with plenty of auctioneer tricks of the trade, Gary has an incredible ability to inspire generosity in the room, even personally matching donations at times to help encourage even greater support for adaptive sport in the Sea to Sky.

The live auction has become one of the most exciting and memorable parts of the evening, creating momentum, connection, and a shared sense of purpose as our community comes together to raise funds for inclusive sport and recreation opportunities.

This year’s live auction was made possible thanks to the generosity of:

WestJet
Burrowing Owl Estate Winery
Whistler Blackcomb
Wild Blue Restaurant + Cocktail Bar
Blackcomb Private Chefs

Thank you, Gary, and thank you to all of the donors, volunteers, sponsors, bidders, and supporters who continue to show the many different ways a community can come together to make adaptive sport possible 💙

📷: Oisin McHugh Photography who also generously volunteered his time and skills to support our fundraising efforts. Thank you Oisin!!!

05/11/2026

Summer is back, and so is another exciting season with Whistler Adaptive Sports Program across the Sea to Sky!

Come join us starting July 6th and enjoy the beautiful outdoors and our inclusive sports programs in Whistler, Squamish, and Pemberton.

Start planning your summer activities here: https://whistleradaptive.com/from-alpine-hikes-to-forest-rides-summer-starts-here/

Registration starts on May 18th at 9 am. Get in touch at [email protected] for any program enquiries.

Summer is back, and so is another exciting season with Whistler Adaptive Sports across the Sea to Sky! Come join us starting July 6th and enjoy the beautiful outdoors and our inclusive programs in…