robin maxwell 0 Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 I am traveling to japan in January 2012 for 10 days skiing (we are staying around Mt Naeba). My friend uses a wheelchair and skis in a mono ski. How accessible are resorts and how familiar with adaptive skiing are people going to be? We think we will bring her mono with us but might reconsider if there was hire equipment available. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted July 14, 2011 Share Posted July 14, 2011 Hi robin Sounds like you are coming to the region I live in. When you say around Mt Naeba you mean you will be up in Naeba/Kagura, or close-by in Yuzawa town? Really not sure about what you are asking, though I wouldn't be too sure about hire equipment. Might be best to contact the resort directly and pose the question to the,. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted July 14, 2011 Share Posted July 14, 2011 I have only ever seen a couple of disabled skiers, so I'd definitely bring her own gear to make sure. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted July 15, 2011 Share Posted July 15, 2011 actually it was in Shiga I saw them 2. 1 guy on a chair with a big ski under it and this 1 legged guy with a regular ski snd mini skis attached to the bottom of his poles Link to post Share on other sites
EustabiaChiq 0 Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 There is a small adaptive school in Yuzawa (npo-neige adaptive) though not sure they rent out their gear. Might be worth an ask, though I would imagine you would be better off bringing your own mono if you can transport it. There is also another school in Minakami who might be worth an email. Link to post Share on other sites
FISS 1 Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Japan produces many of the best adaptive ski racers in the world and pretty much cleaned up the medal tally last paralympics. Unfortunately there aren't many adaptive programs in Japan and hiring mono skis will be a challenge. I would recommend either taking your own over or if you were thinking of upgrading it maybe buying a Nissin mono ski (made in Japan and probably the best sit ski in the world going on world cup results) and taking it home. On a more positive note the japanese people in resorts will be very helpful and most of the bigger hotels and establishments will be wheelchair friendly although there isn't the same legal requirements to make properties accessible as many other countries, so it would pay to contact the places you were thinking to stay in advance to ensure you pick somewhere accessible. It also shouldn't be too hard to find adaptive ski instructors while over there if needed. Another thing to consider is your transportation to resort if its by bus maybe drop them an e-mail so see how easy getting on and off the bus is. Japanese Rail is exceptional and may be an easier option if changing train multiple times isn't required to get from the airport to resort. If you do bring your Mono ski with you it maybe worth considering Takubin (parcel delivery service in Japan) and sending it from the airport to resort and back to save carrying it. The Takubin service is cheap and the Japanese take great care of things they are delivering unlike sending things in other countries. Link to post Share on other sites
BagOfCrisps 24 Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 Interesting how they do so well but there aren't many programes. Does that imply that there's even less programs in other countries, or are the ones here just doing better with them? Link to post Share on other sites
taguchi 0 Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Hiring will definitely be a problem, need to keep that in mind. Link to post Share on other sites
FISS 1 Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 The Japanese success in disabled snowsports I believe can be attributed to their education system and the great funding the National Team enjoys. The Japanese have great systems in place to cater for individuals with disablities while being included in the mainstream education system so there isn't the need for separate programs, this theme is carried over a little into snowsports. Japanese children have an amazing work ethic and children with disabilities are actively encouraged to join in all P.E. classes at school and also play games with able bodied children. This gives the Japanese a great talent pool of people with skills that potentially cross over into many sports. Other factors at play maybe the size of their population, the small size of the country and the amazing transportation systems making it easier for large numbers toget to the mountains Other countries do have great programs, the US has probably some of the best adaptive programs in the world and some of the best adaptive racers. Europe has programs too and also enjoys success on the would stage. You will be pleased to know "BagOfCrisps" that Britain has some great disabled athletes and will maybe bring you home some medals next paralympics! Link to post Share on other sites
BagOfCrisps 24 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Interesting, cheers. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 The kids, well lots of them, sure do work hard at their club activities here. Always find it wild seeing them going to school in their uniforms on holidays, to do the club stuff. Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 The kids, well lots of them, sure do work hard at their club activities here. Always find it wild seeing them going to school in their uniforms on holidays, to do the club stuff.My kids often go to school for extra curricular stuff after school hours, on weekends and during school holidays... It's not common, but it does happen elsewhere around the world. Have seen a fair few sit skiers at Thredbo this season. Spotted someone today who I THINK might have been on skis with two sets of bindings - like a tandem ski - I assumed it was a guide and blind skier, but I didn't get a long enough look. Link to post Share on other sites
LiquidX 0 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Do they go EVERY DAY, in their school uniforms, Mamabear? Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Do they go EVERY DAY, in their school uniforms, Mamabear?Hmmm..mostly.If they are attending a school activity, unless they are instructed to wear 'free dress' then, yes. Usually full formals, if it is sport..then the specific sport uniform. Link to post Share on other sites
hellyer 216 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 A fine looking bunch of lads Hmmm which one looks the most bearish? Link to post Share on other sites
LiquidX 0 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Posh! Link to post Share on other sites
BagOfCrisps 24 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Can hardly imagine that happening here in a normal high school. Is this a normal school or a nice and proper posh private school kind of environment? Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 None Snowjunky.. That's the current leadership group. Yr11 and 12s. (yes it's a private school, few proper posh but mostly just kids with parents who are committed to pay for the extra stuff they get taught over and above the local public school offerings) Any hoo that is off topic. Back to current programming I was checking out some pics of tandem skis This one looks interesting... Link to post Share on other sites
BagOfCrisps 24 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 What does "none" mean? Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 What does "none" mean? Edited. Sorry was replying to Snowjunky and in the meantime 2 more posts. None of the boys looks 'bearish', coz none are mine Link to post Share on other sites
BagOfCrisps 24 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 OK got it. Link to post Share on other sites
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