Special Needs Camps in the Bay Area

Inclusive Horsemanship Camps serve children and young adults with a wide range of special needs including developmental, physical and sensory challenges, as well as their typically-developing siblings and peers.

Camp is limited to 6 kids per week, creating a small group experience that allows for growth and attention and helps kids to have fun while building motor, social and emotional skills. It is led by a skilled pediatric occupational therapist and assisted by OT graduate students and pre-OT volunteers.

Camps for children with special needs, offering themes such as sports, art, Lego, and dance/yoga.

Instructional program teaching campers with developmental and/or physical disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheeled bicycle and swim. Activities include bicycle riding, swimming, and leisure skills development.

CAMP GO BeYOND was created to provide a free camp experience where children diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, can have fun in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

Camp Via West offers innovative programs for kids ages 5-17, focusing on making new friends, learning new skills, and enjoying outdoor experiences. The camp is designed for children with disabilities and differing needs, providing a safe, fun, and enriching environment.

Each year, children with chronic and life-threatening skin diseases from around the country take a break from being a patient for a week and focus on just being a kid. Camp Wonder® is a special place free of judgement and stares!

Coelho Epilepsy Youth Summer Camp provides an enjoyable residential camping experience for children with epilepsy, develops self-esteem by promoting self-confidence, builds lasting friendships, and fosters independence in a fun and safe environment away from home. Parents are comforted knowing that medical professionals are with campers throughout the entire week (both day and night). Medication schedules are strictly controlled by nurses who ensure campers receive their proper medication each day.

Kids and teens will find this week long camp filled with adventure, fun, challenge and friendship. Campers are grouped together with other kids and teens their own age and live in a cabin with counselors. In addition to diabetes education , participants enjoy classic camp experiences such as swimming, arts & crafts, sports & games, dance, campfires and more. This program is a great option for participants who are looking for a shorter camp experience closer to the Bay Area. Round trip transportation from San Jose available for an additional fee.

Fully inclusive basketball program for children with typical and special needs to learn, play and grow together.

Youth campers (1st – 8th grade) and (9th -12th grade) will participate in a variety of programs, including campfires, swimming, horseback riding, drama, arts and crafts, and adaptive sports. Campers are encouraged to explore new challenges independently with their new friends. Campers will gain a greater understanding and acceptance of their vision loss, leading to increased self -confidence.

The program is designed for blind and visually impaired children, teenagers, adults, deaf-blind individuals, seniors, and families of the visually impaired, offering opportunities for recreation, learning, and skill-building in a fun and accessible environment, where they can explore nature, participate in various activities, games, and educational workshops, and connect with others who share similar experiences.

AYSO Open Invitational tournament empowers special-needs players to compete in a supportive environment. Teams enjoy guaranteed games, fostering camaraderie and inclusion, while a picnic enhances the experience, celebrating every participant's journey.

A camp bringing together members of the bleeding disorder community for fun, relaxation, support, and building relationships with other families facing similar challenges.

This outdoor camp, led by licensed therapists, aims to provide a fun and therapeutic experience for children ages 4-13 who may struggle in traditional settings, focusing on skill development in areas like sensory processing, emotional regulation, and social play, all while exploring natural settings in Marin County.

Individualized instruction in reading, comprehension, and math. Evidence-based programs for students with dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other learning challenges.

Intensive summer and afterschool programs focusing on emotional and social skills through play, group therapy, and individualized treatment plans for kids with mild to moderate emotional, learning, and social problems.

Specialized tennis classes tailored for children with autism, providing a supportive and inclusive environment.