What ages does SOAR Summer Camp accept?

SOAR Summer Camp is open to children ages 8–21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does SOAR Summer Camp cost?

SOAR Summer Camp publishes $2,682/week for the standard session. That sits 9% above the $2,469 median for specialty camps in Balsam — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are SOAR Summer Camp's hours?

SOAR Summer Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is SOAR Summer Camp accredited?

Yes — SOAR Summer Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 40 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.

Who runs SOAR Summer Camp?

SOAR Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does SOAR Summer Camp provide lunch?

SOAR Summer Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

How does SOAR Summer Camp compare to other specialty camps in Balsam?

SOAR Summer Camp is one of 17 specialty camps in Balsam that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Specialty · Ages 8–21

SOAR Summer Camp

SOAR Summer Camp · $2,682/week

Adventure-based summer camp for youth with ADHD and learning differences, focusing on social skills.

▌ Editor's read The SOAR Summer Camp website (soarnc.org) loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed by the ACA's search tool. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'About Us' page, emphasizing individualized attention for campers with ADHD and learning differences. The 'Our Story' section indicates the camp has been operating for 40 years, founded by John Willson. SOAR is a non-profit organization. The website mentions that staff undergo extensive training, including background checks. Programs are primarily overnight, focusing on adventure activities and life skills. Google reviews for 'SOAR Summer Camp' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and social development. Social media handles @soarnc on Instagram and SOARNC on Facebook are active.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 198640+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 8–21

SOAR Summer Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1986 (40 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 8–21
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 226 SOAR Lane, P.O Box 388, Balsam, NC 28707, USA
Phone: (828) 456-3435
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Financial aid is available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 22 sessions (0 one-week, 22 multi-week blocks), from Jun 13 to Aug 11.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 13 – 23, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 1 Jun 14 – 30, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,000
Session 1 Jun 14 – 23, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 1 Jun 14 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,200
Session 1 Jun 14 – Jul 4, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,700
Session 1 Jun 20 – 29, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,600
Session 1 Jun 21 – 30, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,900
Session 2 Jun 27 – Jul 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 8, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,200
Session 1 Jul 5 – 15, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,600
Session 2 Jul 5 – 21, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,000
Session 1 Jul 6 – 15, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,950
Session 3 Jul 11 – 21, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 3 Jul 12 – 21, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 3 Jul 12 – 22, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,200
Session 2 Jul 12 – Aug 1, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,700
Session 1 Jul 18 – Aug 3, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,000
Session 4 Jul 25 – Aug 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 11, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,000
Session 4 Jul 26 – Aug 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,800
Session 4 Jul 26 – Aug 5, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,200

↗ What parents like

Specializes in ADHD/LD
Low staff-to-camper ratio

↘ Watch for

High cost

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about SOAR Summer Camp

What ages does SOAR Summer Camp accept?: SOAR Summer Camp is open to children ages 8–21. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does SOAR Summer Camp cost?: SOAR Summer Camp publishes $2,682/week for the standard session. That sits 9% above the $2,469 median for specialty camps in Balsam — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are SOAR Summer Camp's hours?: SOAR Summer Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is SOAR Summer Camp accredited?: Yes — SOAR Summer Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 40 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs SOAR Summer Camp?: SOAR Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 40 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does SOAR Summer Camp provide lunch?: SOAR Summer Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does SOAR Summer Camp compare to other specialty camps in Balsam?: SOAR Summer Camp is one of 17 specialty camps in Balsam that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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