Camps
Cal Poly Pomona- Motor Development Clinic
https://www.cpp.edu/sci/motor-development-clinic/about-us/index.shtml
Building 43, Room 146, Cal Poly Pomona
(909) 869-4340
A movement therapy program for children between the ages of five and 13 who are experiencing movement problems. Summer program with a referral from school, doctor or parent. The summer program focuses on the enjoyment of movement in a setting that is more general by providing a chance for the children to put into practice what they learned during the school year. It also concentrates on a wide variety of activities including but not limited to physical attributes, rhythms and locomotor, games and manipulation, fine motor, water play and experiences, and sport skills.
Camp Paivika
https://www.abilityfirst.org/camp-paivika-2/
600 Playground Drive, Cedarpines Park, CA
Camp Paivika offers children, teens and adults with disabilities a traditional camp experience delivered with nurturing support and, above all, an emphasis on fun!
Camp Paivika Friends & Family Day Camp
https://www.abilityfirst.org/camp-paivika-2/
600 Playground Drive, Cedarpines Park, CA
June 20, 2026
Day Camp programming will include swimming, crafts, performing arts, sports & rec, and a delicious BBQ lunch. All activities will take place outdoors. 10:00AM-4:00PM
City of Riverside-Little Explorers Inclusive Day Program
Little Explorers Inclusive Day Program
Nichols Park – Joyce Jackson Community Center: 5505 Dewey Ave., Riverside, CA
Next Session: March 31 – April 24, 2026
Little Explorers Inclusive Day Program is designed to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children aged 3 to 5 years with diverse abilities. Offers a structured yet flexible curriculum that supports early learning, communication, motor skills, and social-emotional development. Notes: Little Explorers must be potty trained, or parents/caregivers will need to remain onsite during program hours. Little explorers must provide their own snacks each day.
College Internship Project – Summer Programs for High School Students and Beyond High School
http://www.cipworldwide.org/summer/
CIP Summer Programs help high school teens with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences learn valuable skills to make a successful transition to college and beyond.
CSULB Camp Nugget
https://www.csulb.edu/college-of-health-human-services/camp-nugget
1250 Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach, CA
June 15 – July 10, 2026
Camp activities include motor skills, dance, adaptive sports, health-related physical fitness, cooperative games and aquatics taught by CSULB Adaptive Physical Education Students. Ages: 5-17. Monday –Friday: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM.
Easterseals Camp
https://www.easterseals.com/southerncal/programs-and-services/camping-recreation/
Camp Oakes: 47400 Monte Vista Drive, Big Bear, CA
July 12 – July 18, 2026
A week-long, fully accessible camp experience. The camp is co-ed, and campers must have some means of communication. The counselor-to-camper ratio is approximately 1:2. Ages:14 and up.
Family Camp- Autistically Inclined – Idyllwild Pines
https://www.autisticallyinclined.com/family-camp
An inclusive camp experience for autistic individuals and their families to experience opportunities for connection, communication, friendship & fun!
ICAN California Abilities Network
https://ican.org/summer-camp/
Palomar Christian Conference Center: 34764 Doane Valley Rd., Palomar Mountain, CA
July 19th – 24th, 2026 & August 9th – 14th, 2026
Packed with activities like swimming, sports, games, crafts, singing, horseback riding, and more, it’s a safe, inclusive space where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities build confidence, make lasting friendships, and experience true joy.
Includeducation – Murrieta and Temecula
https://includeducation.com
June and July camps for all ages: Junior Robot Builders (4-8 yrs), Robot Challenges (9-14 yrs), Mad Scientists, Tiny Tinkers and Toy Makers, video Game Design, Minecraft Coding, Superhero Camp, Drama camp, and High Sea Summer Camp.
Ivey Ranch Park
https://iveyranch.com/summer-camp/
110 Rancho del Oro Dr., Oceanside, CA
June 29 – July 31, 2026
Horse camp consists of a rotation through horseback riding, vaulting, ground training, and humane education (which includes anatomy, feeding, and basic vet care). Enrollment is limited to 18 children (7-17 years of age) a week and the children are divided into age and ability appropriate groups – typically: 7-10 years of age, 11-13 years of age, & 14-17 years of age. Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
LEAPS Services- Build Your Own Independence Spring Camp – Coachella Valley
https://www.leapsservices.com/seasonal-camps
Camp is offered to neurodivergent individuals, ages 18 and over; offers overnight stay, meals, transportation, and activities. Check out their website for different camp options throughout the year.
NDR Therapeutic Riding Center – Summer Horse Camp
3659 Pedley Avenue, Norco, CA
(951) 734-9056
https://ndrtherapeuticriding.org/programs
Therapeutic horse-related programs. It is composed of structured interactions between PATH and EAGALA Certified Instructors, participants, horses and volunteers. Summer Horse Camp: Ages 8-12 yrs. Snacks provided. Flyer not on website – you will need to call.
Positive Action Community Theatre (PACT)
https://pacthouse.org/school-programs/
2061 Village Park Way, Suite 227, Encinitas, CA
(760) 815-8512
Positive Action Unity Theatre (PACT) has been providing free improvisational theater workshops for teens and young adults with autism and other disabilities for more than a decade. Each workshop is run by two experienced workshop directors and two assistant directors, both of whom are young adults with autism. In-person and online classes. Contact PACT to discuss the possibility of your child bringing a 1:1 aide. Ages: Teens and young adults.
Quest Summer Camp Program
https://questcampsofsocal.com/summer-program
Fountain Valley Sports Complex: 16400 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley, CA
June 22 – July 17, 2026
Provides a 4-week in-person summer camp. Quest is an innovative, evidence-based program that combines recreational activities, behavioral milieu and group psychotherapy. Geared for kids with ADHD, high-functioning Autism (formerly Asperger’s Disorder), social anxiety, learning disabilities, depression and more. Ages: 6 to 18. Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
RAD Camp
https://radcamp.org/programs/
55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
RAD Camps: July 11– July 18 & July 25 – July 30, 2026 (For adults ages 22+)
RAD Jr. Camps: June 18 – June 21, 2026 (For Kids/Teens ages 5-21)
At RAD Camp, each camper is paired one-to-one with a dedicated counselor who has been thoroughly background checked, completed our full training program and is overseen by team leaders who have been with RAD for 3 years or more. Our medical staff are on-site round the clock to provide world-class care, distribution of meds, first aid, and emergency response.
Rock’n Our Disabilities- Hesperia
https://rocknourdisabilitiesfoundation.org
Rock’n Our Disabilities Foundation provides social, recreational, educational, and mentoring programs for families and individuals with special needs. Offers Saturday Camp twice a month. Please check website for further information.
Sandy Feet Initiative SUMMER Sibshop Camp
https://www.sandyfeetoc.org/
Orange County Beaches
July 6 – July 10: San Clemente
July 20th – July 24: Salt Creek Beach
August 3 – August 7: Bolsa Chica
A fun-filled week of games, surfing, boogieboarding, and lively discussions about the unique experiences of being a SIB -(brother or sister) of a child with special needs. Ages: 7-12. Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Special Camp
https://www.specialcamp.org/
31641 La Novia Ave., San Juan Capistrano, CA
Special Camp’s programs are focused on strengthening a camper’s learning abilities, communication skills, emotional well-being, and social development. Campers and counselors participate in a range of fun activities such as visiting the zoo, theme parks, beaches, and more. It has a 1:1 ratio of campers to counselors. Ages: 6–21.
Stepping Forward Summer C.A.M.P.
https://steppingforwardcounselingcenter.com/summer-camp
15375 Barranca Parkway, Building D, Irvine, CA
22343 La Palma Ave., Unit 116, Yorba Linda, CA
June 8 – August 14, 2026
Campers participate in activities such as swimming, sports, and drama while building motor, cognitive, and emotional processing skills with trained professionals. Ages 4 and up.
Studio D: Arts School for All Abilities
https://www.scfta.org/education-and-engagement/camps-classes
Segerstrom Center for the Arts: 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa,CA
Middle School Week (Ages 11-13): Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26, 2026 9:30 AM- 4:00 PM
High School Week (Ages 14-19): Monday, June 29 – Friday, July, 3, 2026 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Five Days of Broadway 2026 will be a full day camp taking place over five days. Campers will participate in a variety of classes throughout the day.
Surfers for Autism
www.surfershealing.org
(877) 966-SURF
Surfers Healing’s mission is to enrich the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing. Camp sites include Malibu and Dana Point. Registration must be completed online. First come, first serve.
The Adaptive Athlete
https://www.theadaptiveathlete.com/summer-camps
2028 W. 11th St., Upland, CA
June 8 – August 6, 2026 (weekly sessions)
Campers: ages 5-12; Monday-Thursday; 8:30 AM -1:00 PM.
Each week offers exciting, engaging activities aligned with unique camp themes, ensuring every camper has a blast.
The Grove Community Church – VBS – Riverside
https://www.thegrove.cc/summersplash/
June 22-26, 2026
The Grove is an inclusive church and strives to always have a plan for our friends with special needs. A week of summer fun making new friends, playing some awesome games, rocking music, cool crafts and discover how to make waves and share God’s love with the people around you!
The Painted Turtle
www.thepaintedturtle.org
Provides an authentic camp experience for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. The Painted Turtle supports children’s medical needs, inspires them to reach beyond their illnesses, and provides care, education, and respite for their families. All campers and families attend completely free of charge. Offers Spring and Fall Family Weekends for the entire family, one-day family events, week-long Summer Sessions, and hospital outreach programs.
United Cerebral Palsy Skills-Building Summer Programs
https://ucpie.org/after-school-programs/
Palm Desert, DHS, Palm Springs, Indio and surrounding areas
UCP Skills Building program offers year-round after-school and summer programs for youth with disabilities. Activities include fitness, arts and crafts, and community outings to promote socialization. Ages: 7–22 years.
United States Adaptive Recreation Center
https://www.usarc.org/summer/
Big Bear Lake, CA
A summer filled with exciting activities like water skiing, paddle sports, fishing, and more. We’re committed to making our summer program accessible to all, regardless of swimming ability or physical challenges. Ages: 5 years old to adult.
U.S. Adaptive Recreation Center
www.usarc.org
Big Bear, CA
(909) 584-0269
[email protected]
Winter Sports:Adaptive Ski and Snowboard Program. Summer sports: water skiing, Paddle sports, fishing, accessible camping and Snow Summit Adventure. Reservations, by individuals and groups, are required for all USARC programs, availability is limited and demand is high. Offers a 2 day, 2 night water sport program. Vendorized through Inland Regional Center. See website for dates and further information.
Fullerton Free – VBS Rainbow Express
https://fullertonfree.com/ministries/specialneeds/
Fullerton Free Church: 2801 Brea Boulevard, Fullerton, CA
June 29- July 2, 2026; Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
One-week inclusive summer day camp. Includes lots of fun centers like music, Bible, sensory, recreation, surprise and craft. Teens with special needs experience a similar camp feel with fun daily field trips included. Ages: 5 to 18.
Camp InDeed – Special Needs Family Camp
https://www.whisperingwinds.org/special-needs-family-camp/
17606 Harrison Park Rd., Julian, CA
June 12- 14, 2026: 0-17 years of age
September 25 – 27, 2026: 18+ years of age
Special Needs Family Camp brings families, which include a child with developmental disabilities, together for a retreat of respite, support, and fun.
Young Scholars Academy –Virtual Program
https://youngscholarsacademy.org/
Virtual enrichment program (STEM and Humanities) designed to supplement and enhance neurodivergent students’ learning experiences through small-group online courses. Ages: 5-18.
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