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ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS OF A LIFETIME FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE WITH AN ILLNESS OR DISABILITY CRITERIAMETHOD OF SKIING - SNOW SLIDER SKI FRAMEAGE - 8 TO 9WEIGHT - UNDER 6 STONE CONDITION - USER OF ZIMMER OR ROLATOR POSSIBLE USER OF STICKS OR ELBOW CRUTCHESSki boots act as splints whilst skiingINJURY: DISABILITY OR ASSOCIATED ILLNESS WHAT IS EXPECTED OF THIS CHILD? This child/young person will ski only with this specialised Snow Slider Ski Frame. This method enables the skier to have 4 points of contact with the snow, as both of their feet have skis on as do the frame. The child’s ski tips are secured to a front bar connected to the frame's two skis. All the child needs is enough stamina to stand up and hold on. This child must be able to comprehend instruction to learn how to carve their own turns in the snow by transferring their body weight onto the frame's outer skis. 
SUITABLE ONLY FOR Must have r easonable grip in both hands to hold and operate frameAbility to stand and walk with frame or sticks for long periods of time - at least 30 minutes or more at any one time Ability to wear the ski boots without the skin breaking down on the foot or ankle and just up to below the knee Ability to access stairs would help No in-turned feet, as feet and skis must run parallel. Soles of both feet should be flat to the floor Must be able to comprehend instruction to operate equipment Strong will to achieve NOT SUITABLE FOR Profound learning difficulties and challenging behaviour regarding safety on the mountainAny child over 6 stone ********** Time to download, study and complete the application form - thank you If unsure please telephone Martin or Michelle on 0151 928 7595 or send us an e.mail
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