What ages does SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification accept?

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification is open to children ages 14–18. 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 - FL SCUBA Certification cost?

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification publishes $3,640/week for the standard session. That sits 47% above the $2,469 median for specialty camps in Balsam — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. $5200 for 10 days, which is $3640/week. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification's hours?

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification 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 - FL SCUBA Certification accredited?

Yes — SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 47 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 - FL SCUBA Certification?

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 47 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 - FL SCUBA Certification provide lunch?

Yes — SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

How does SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification compare to other specialty camps in Balsam?

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification 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 14–18

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification · $3,640/week

SCUBA certification summer camp for youth with ADHD and learning differences, focusing on adventure and skill-building.

▌ Editor's read The SOAR website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering programs for youth and young adults with ADHD and learning differences. It is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025. The camp was founded by Jonathan Jones and has been operating for 47 years, indicating a long history of service. SOAR is a nonprofit organization. The website clearly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Programs are primarily overnight, with a focus on adventure-based activities. Google reviews for 'SOAR Summer Camp' show a rating of 4.4 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive environment and positive impact on their children's social skills and confidence. The camp's Instagram handle is @campsoarnc and its Facebook handle is CampSOARNC.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 197947+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 14–18

SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification 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: 1979 (47 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 14–18
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: $5200 for 10 days, which is $3640/week. 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

SCUBA certification included
Adventure-based learning
Small group sizes

↘ Watch for

High cost
Specific program focus

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification

What ages does SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification accept?: SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification is open to children ages 14–18. 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 - FL SCUBA Certification cost?: SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification publishes $3,640/week for the standard session. That sits 47% above the $2,469 median for specialty camps in Balsam — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. $5200 for 10 days, which is $3640/week. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification's hours?: SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification 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 - FL SCUBA Certification accredited?: Yes — SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 47 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 - FL SCUBA Certification?: SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 47 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 - FL SCUBA Certification provide lunch?: Yes — SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification compare to other specialty camps in Balsam?: SOAR Summer Camp - FL SCUBA Certification 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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