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The World’s Premier ADHD and LD Adventure Programs

SOAR is an accredited ADHD Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp, Boarding School, and GAP Year Program. Our outdoor adventure based programs provide academic instruction, experiential education, and life skills development for youth and young adults ages 8-25.

45

Years of Adventure

12,432

SOAR Participants

54

SOAR participants graduate college or university

3 Ways to SOAR

AGES 8-25

SUMMER CAMP

GRADES 7-12

THE ACADEMY

AGES 18-24

GAP YEAR

10 Reasons to SOAR

What Parents Say

SOAR FAQs

Is SOAR for everyone?

No. In order to provide an effective environment for participants and staff we do not accept students with suicidal or self-harm ideations or attempts within the last 12 months, psychotic symptoms, acute/chronic violence, or active substance abuse issues. Participants with significant behavioral challenges are discouraged from applying. Medical conditions such as diabetes (insulin-dependent), epilepsy, cardiac conditions, or other conditions may prevent students from being accepted.

SOAR welcomes youth and young adults diagnosed with ADHD and/or Learning Disabilities (and their siblings) of any race, religion, sexual orientation or identity, national or ethnic origin, and disability (assuming the disability permits safe participation in the essential activities of SOAR courses as currently defined).

What is the typical profile of a SOAR participant?

SOAR serves youth and young adults, ages 8-25, with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder. SOAR participants generally enjoy the out-of-doors, are energetic and active, and thrive in a small group environment.

SOAR participants are high functioning, intelligent, and struggle with issues such as impulsivity, disorganization, oppositionality, inattention, challenges with social skills, etc. Some participants may have additional diagnoses such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Tourettes, Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder, among others. Although participants may have experienced lowered self-esteem and academic frustration prior to attending SOAR, they are essentially well-adjusted individuals.

Is SOAR a therapeutic program?

No. SOAR is not a therapeutic boot camp or wilderness therapy program. Whereas these programs typically serve youth with severe behavioral or psychological issues or drug problems, SOAR serves youth who are generally well behaved, but may get into trouble due to impulsivity or social skill related conflicts.

Is SOAR accredited?

Yes. SOAR’s U.S. based camp programming is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), the nation’s definitive organization for summer camps. SOAR chose ACA accreditation because of the intense and rigorous standards it requires for its camps and because of the quality information it provides for parents seeking reputable camp experiences for their children.

The Academy at SOAR which includes the study abroad program is accredited by Cognia, the accrediting body for charter schools, independent schools, and public school systems.

What is SOAR's behavior management philosophy?

SOAR utilizes a variety of techniques to help young people get the most from this experience. We have found that utilizing our philosophy of natural and logical consequences, in conjunction with generous amounts of praise and positive feedback for successful performance, has been instrumental in supporting healthy behavioral dynamics at SOAR.

How can my child benefit from SOAR?

SOAR has a two-fold emphasis. First, we assist our participants in building self-esteem, self-reliance, and self-confidence. Secondly, we encourage our participants to develop critical life skills such as organization and time management skills; decision-making and problem-solving skills; communication and social skills; and frustration management skills. Participants then learn strategies which enable them to translate skills learned while on the program in to their everyday situations at home and in the classroom.

 

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