Our staff will work with you to determine which type of course/instructional program (private, semi-private, or group) is most suitable for you. We offer a wide variety of programs and special camps and we can custom design services to meet your needs.

It is our belief that a healthy family life may help contribute to the success of our participants. Therefore, for some of our programs, this has lead us to encourage one or both parents, siblings or a spouse join their adapted skier's program prior to the end of an instructional program. This way, the adaptive outdoor participant (snow sports, water sports, wilderness sports) then has the opportunity to teach and share with you (with the guidance from our staff) the skills learned throughout the instructional program which they attended. We have found this to be an incredibly enriching experience for all members of the family. We would like to discuss this option with all interested family members to ensure that we maximize the positive experience for all.

Tuition and Other Expenses

Please refer to our course schedule and specific brochures for the cost of OITC programs. Tuition for most OITC instructional courses is calculated on a daily rate. The tuition includes instruction, lift ticket, ski rental equipment and any adaptive equipment/ assistive technology which may be necessary in order for the individual to ski at his/her optimal level of independence.

An equipment deposit is required. The deposit covers the student's projected equipment rentals (skis, boots, poles, and any adaptive equipment which may be necessary). Your actual cost could be more or less than this depending on how much equipment you already have and how much you choose to purchase.

Other expenses which vary with each individual and are not included with the tuition include: transportation to and from the course location, spending money for before and after course expenses (ground transportation, food, emergencies, etc.)

Although we rarely need to do so, we reserve the right to cancel a course and change a course duration, tuition, or location. OITC is not responsible for costs associated in these cases. We recommend that you consider refundable air-plane tickets and trip insurance.

SCHOLARSHIPS

To be considered, students must be enrolled for a course and file a scholarship application and supporting materials one month prior to the scheduled course date.

OITC offers scholarships to students who show potential to forward the school's mission and who would be unable to attend a course without financial assistance. No one has ever been denied the opportunity to participate in any of our programs due to financial limitations. Please call for a scholarship application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Outdoor Independence Training Centers does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in the administration of its admission or employment policies.

RESERVATIONS

Advance reservations are required for all instructional courses. We accept reservations by mail and by telephone. Upon receipt of your registration, we will send you a personal equipment list and other specific information pertaining to your course. Our courses fill quickly so register early to avoid disappointment.

To Register By Mail:

Complete the registration form.

Enclose the correct deposit (check or money order) for each course. The balance of the course cost is due 15 days prior to the start of the course. If we do not receive the balance due on time we reserve the right to treat your reservation as if you cancelled.

Deposits:

$25.00 per person for each 1-day course
$50.00 per person for each 2-day course
$50.00 per person for all Private Instruction & Guiding

If you wish to pay by VISA, Matercard, Discover, AMEX, or Pay Pal you must provide payment in full at the time of your registration.

To Register By Telephone or FAX. Full payment of the course cost by VISA, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, or Pay Pal is required at the time of registration.

To Register On Line: Full payment of the course cost by VISA, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Pay Pal is required at the time of registration.

OUR GUARANTEES

Student to instructor ratios will never exceed those specified in a course description or determined by private arrangement.

We will not run a course with more than two sections. This means that no course will ever have more than six students and three instructors, most are smaller. We limit many of our courses to a single section of just two students with one instructor.

We will not cancel course due to insufficient registration. Once you have registered for a scheduled course you can be sure it will run, at the cost we advertise, even if you are the sole registrant. Please not that Private Instruction & Guiding rates are based upon the number of persons you actually provide.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Our courses make perfect gifts and we will be happy to provide gift certificates for a specific dollar amount or for a particular course. Please contact us for more information.

We do not cancel course due to insufficient registration.

In the unlikely event that we are unable to complete a course due to inclement weather or other circumstances beyond our control, you will receive a pro-rated refund or credit (your choice) based upon the percentage of the course we could not complete.

If we confirm a tranfer or a change in your itinerary at least 30 days before the start of a course, a $15.00 per person transfer fee will apply. If you notify us less than 30 days prior to the start of a course, transfers and itinerary changes will be treated as cancellations.

If you cancel, in all cases there will be a cancellation fee.

Please refer to the information below for the amount of the cancellation fee.

Cancellation Fees:

$25.00 per person for each 1-day course
$50.00 per person for each 2-day course
$50.00 per person for all Private Instruction & Guiding

If you cancel and we receive written notice in our office at least 15 days prior to the start of the course, you will receive a refund of any pay-ments you have made, less the cancellation fee.

If you cancel and we receive written notice in our office at least 72 hours, but less than 15 days, prior to the start of a course there will be no refund. We will, however, credit any payments you have made, less the cancellation fee, toward the tuition for another course. This credtit will remain valid for a period of one year from the date you cancel.

If you cancel less than 72 hours prior to the start of a course there will be no refunds or credits of any kind.

No shows or cancellations after the scheduled start of a course will receive no refunds or credits of any kind.

Trip Cancellation Insurance

We do not make exceptions to our cancellations/ refunds/ transfers policy for any reason whatsoever. Therefore, we suggest you consider trip cancellation insurance in case you are forced to cancel unexpectedly. This inexpensive insurance is readily available through a travel or insurance agent.

1. Choose a date(s)

2. Call Outdoor Independence Training Centers (OITC) at (804) 295-3973 voice/fax to make sure the date you choose is available. A Registration Fee in the amount of $25 per/person per/day for each participant (i.e. 4 skiers $100) is required to hold a Group Reservation for any session. Refunds will be made based on the guidelines of our enclosed Reservation/Cancellation Policies. Confirmation will be sent once your deposit is received.

3. Use this trip planner, the enclosed brochure and other information to set up your trip.

4. We suggest you set a sign-up deadline 3 weeks before your trip and collect payments before the deadline to ensure everyone's commitment.

5. Complete the enclosed application, medical, and rental forms before your arrival. A drivers license and/or credit card are required as (security deposit) for adaptive equip- ment rental. Adult signature [Over 18] required for all rentals.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME:

• Allow plenty of time to get to destination site of your adaptive outdoor program! The earlier you arrive before your scheduled session time the better we can serve you. We suggest one hour prior to your scheduled session so that we may help fit you with necessary adaptive equipment -- an 8 a.m. arrival for the DAY session; 11:30 a.m. for TWILIGHT skiing; and 4:00 for the NIGHT session.

• Bring your payment for the Balance Due. We accept cash or checks. (No Credit Cards) Make checks payable to: Massanutten Adaptive Snow Sports. We do have an ATM at the resort for your convenience.

• Double check the number in your group so that we have an accurate count for: # of Lift Tickets, # of Rentals, and # of Lessons BEFORE your arrival to the Massanutten Adaptive Snow Sports - Group Check In.

• Double check your directions to Massanutten. Call us if you need to review them.

WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT MASSANUTTEN:

• Bring your confirmation form and payment to the Massanutten Adaptive Snow Sports - Group Check In. We will print your tickets.

• Return to the Group Check In Area where we will distribute all lift tickets, make staff instructor/guide assignments, and fit you with your adaptive skiing/snowboarding equipment.

• Enjoy a wonderful time at Massanutten. Be sure to check with us if you need anything during your session.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Please register soon! Early reservations help to secure the date(s) you desire as well as help us to plan the best possible program for you. The availability of Group Course dates are limited and will fill quickly on a first-come, first-served basis.

To register for an Outdoor Independence Training Centers (OITC) - Group Clinic, please complete the following:

Contract Services Agreement (signed by each party)
Group Registration Form
Individual Application Form (for each participant)
Medical Form (for each participant)
Adaptive Equipment Rental Form (for each participant)

Send To:
Mark A. Andrews, Director
Outdoor Independence Training Centers

P.O. Box 4668
Charlottesville, VA 22905-4668
(804) 295-3973 voice/fax

DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS:

1. A Registration Fee in the amount of $25 per/person per/day for each member of your group (i.e. 4 adaptive skiers = $100) is required 14 days prior to your scheduled Group Adaptive Snowsports Session. The Registration Fee will be applied to the overall tuition. ** Please note that multi- day sessions require $25 per/person per/day. The Balance Due for your group must be Paid In Full the date of your scheduled Adaptive Snowsports Session unless other arrangements have been made.

** Unless a group billing arrangement has been pre-approved, full payment is due upon arrival on the day of your scheduled group session.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY:

1. Cancellations made 15 days or more prior to the scheduled Adaptive Snowsports Session will receive full refund.

2. Cancellations made 2 to 14 days prior to the scheduled Group Adaptive Snowsports Session will receive No refund. However, all fees paid may be transferred to another available Adaptive Snowsports Session within one year of the cancellation date. (Please reschedule your date(s) early to confirm availability)

3. No Refunds or Transfers will be made for cancellations occurring within 24 hours of a scheduled Adaptive Snowsports Session.

4. After the cancellation periods listed above and once a course begins, no refunds or transfers are available. We recommend that you obtain trip cancellation insurance to protect yourself.

TRANSFERS:

1. In the event that you must cancel during the 2 to 14 days prior to a scheduled course date, fees paid may be transferred to another available Adaptive Snowsports Session within one year of the cancellation date.

LATE REGISTRATION CHARGE:

1. If you register late, within thirteen (13) days prior to the beginning of a program, your Course Tuition will be subject to a 10% Late Registration Charge. We recommend you register for all programs before the balance due date.

RESCHEDULING:

** Massanutten Adaptive Ski School reserves the right to reschedule a course due to inclement weather or inadequate registration.