Special Needs Camps for Kids in California

A 4-hour day camp using surfing, beach, and ocean activities to build self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-efficacy in individuals with special needs. Includes one-to-one instruction, social skills development, physical fitness, and stress reduction.

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.

Therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults with disabilities, enhancing physical, mental, and emotional health through equine-assisted activities.

A weekend camp offering sports activities including basketball, bocce, flag football, softball, soccer, volleyball, and Halloween-themed events.

Intense speech-language-based program led by licensed speech-language pathologists. Focuses on speech and language development, socialization, and friendship skills with weekly themes, field trips, and fun-filled activities.

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

In-clinic and virtual camps offering personalized support for children with autism, focusing on social skills, mental stimulation, and friendship.

A specialized medical summer camp for children with sickle cell disease, offering activities such as horseback riding, rock wall climbing, swimming, and various sports. The camp provides education, growth, and development for each camper.

A revolutionary piano method focusing on immediate music playing, suitable for kids with and without special needs. Develops fine motor skills, memory, attention, and self-expression through a playing-based approach.

An after-school program providing academic assistance, social skills, and behavioral support for students with at-risk behavior ages 3-15.

One-to-one ratio camp for children with disabilities, focusing on social development, communication skills, and emotional well-being.

Camps foster creativity and personal growth for campers with developmental disabilities through engaging activities. Participants explore their talents in a supportive environment, enhancing their skills and building confidence while forming meaningful connections.

Comprehensive pediatric therapies including speech, occupational, physical, behavioral, and music therapy. Programs focus on autism spectrum, language, sensory processing, and social skills.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs deliver summer camps that empower students through personalized support. These camps enhance independence and success by blending educational activities with social and emotional learning in a nurturing environment.

Twilight Tennis, Flag Football, Cheer and Dance, Pickleball Camp

Camps focusing on horse safety, confidence building, and bonding with horses through grooming, petting, and trail riding.

Prep your toddlers for school with our Jumpstart program. Activities include arts & crafts, music lessons, and Open Play sessions focused on strength, movement, sensory processing, and social interactions.

Inclusive summer camp providing a safe space for kids of all levels of ability to grow, develop, learn, and make friends. Activities include gym classes and sensory play.

Fun and valuable summer camps for children with visual impairments, including itinerant education support, Orientation & Mobility training, and assistive technology training.

PALS mission is to create inclusive camp experiences for people with and without Down syndrome. Our volunteer-led programs change attitudes, transform lives, and inspire a world of belonging.