Camp · Adventure · Ages 14–18 · $3,640/week
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Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification

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

SOAR offers adventure-based summer camps and year-round programs specifically designed for youth and young adults...

▌ Editor's read The SOAR website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering a variety of adventure-based programs for youth with ADHD and learning differences. It is accredited by the American Camp Association, with accreditation valid through 2024. The camp has been operating for 45 years, founded by Jonathan Jones, and is a non-profit organization. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:2 on their 'About Us' page, emphasizing individualized support. The website also mentions that all staff undergo background checks. SOAR has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 135 Google reviews. Social media handles include @soarnc on Instagram and 'soarnc' on Facebook. The camp offers overnight programs, including the FL SCUBA Certification program.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 198145+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Summer Camp at SOAR - 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 adventure, 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
1981 (45 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 226 SOAR Lane, Balsam, NC 28707, USA
  • Phone: (828) 456-3435
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: FL SCUBA Certification is $5,200 for 10 days.

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 opportunity
  • Adventure-based activities

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Specific skill focus

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification

What ages does Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification accept?
Summer Camp at SOAR - 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 Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification cost?
Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification publishes $3,640/week for the standard session. That sits 47% above the $2,469 median for adventure camps in Balsam — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. FL SCUBA Certification is $5,200 for 10 days. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification's hours?
Summer Camp at SOAR - 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 Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification accredited?
Yes — Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 45 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 Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification?
Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 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 Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification provide lunch?
Yes — Summer Camp at SOAR - 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 Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification compare to other adventure camps in Balsam?
Summer Camp at SOAR - FL SCUBA Certification is one of 19 adventure 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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