Camp · Specialty · Ages 14–18 · $3,564/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 14–18

SOAR - Belize

SOAR - Belize · $3,564/week

An adventure-based summer camp in Belize for youth with ADHD and learning differences.

▌ Editor's read The SOAR website (soarnc.org/adhd-camp/) loads successfully and details their programs for youth with ADHD and learning differences. SOAR is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2024, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The camp was founded by Donnie Coburn and has been operating for over 45 years, indicating extensive experience in the field. They are a non-profit organization. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:2 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks, emphasizing their commitment to safety and supervision. SOAR offers overnight adventure-based programs. Google reviews for SOAR generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the supportive staff and the positive impact on campers' self-esteem and social skills.
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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

SOAR - Belize 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
1981 (45 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 226 SOAR Lane, Balsam, NC 28707, USA & 184 Uphill Road, Dubois, WY 82513, USA
  • Phone: (828) 456-3435
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $5600 for an 11-day session. Financial aid is available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 5 to Jul 15.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jul 5 – 15, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,600

↗ What parents like

  • International travel
  • Focus on ADHD/LD

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Requires passport

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about SOAR - Belize

What ages does SOAR - Belize accept?
SOAR - Belize 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 - Belize cost?
SOAR - Belize publishes $3,564/week for the standard session. That sits 44% above the $2,471 median for specialty camps in Dubois — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. $5600 for an 11-day session. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are SOAR - Belize's hours?
SOAR - Belize 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 - Belize accredited?
Yes — SOAR - Belize 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 SOAR - Belize?
SOAR - Belize 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 SOAR - Belize provide lunch?
Yes — SOAR - Belize 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 - Belize compare to other specialty camps in Dubois?
SOAR - Belize is one of 16 specialty camps in Dubois 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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