Autism Winter Break Camp: A Life-Changing Adventure for Teens
Reconnect with Nature While Learning Self-Regulation Skills
Winter break is the perfect time for teens with autism and ADHD to step away from screens and explore new possibilities. This winter break, Summerland Camps invites your teen to sunny Florida for a 1-week Winter Adventure Trip designed to:
- Build self-regulation skills.
- Encourage teamwork and social interaction.
- Promote a healthier balance between screen time and real-world engagement.
Led by our experienced behavior coaches and therapeutic staff, this program blends fun, adventure, and skill-building in a safe and supportive environment.
Why Consider a Winter Break Camp for Your Child with Autism?
A camp like Summerland Camps’ Autism Winter Break Camp provides a structured yet fun environment where teens can build essential life skills, such as self-regulation and social interaction while enjoying outdoor adventures. Winter break offers a unique opportunity for children with autism to step out of their daily routines and engage in new experiences that foster growth and development.
For children who may struggle with screen overuse or difficulty transitioning between activities, a winter break camp offers a chance to reset, connect with peers, and practice skills in a supportive setting. Parents can rest assured knowing their child is guided by therapeutic staff and behavior coaches, ensuring the experience is both safe and transformative. Beyond the immediate benefits, this time away can lay the groundwork for healthier habits, improved confidence, and a more balanced lifestyle moving forward.
Exciting Activities Await!
Our Winter Break Camp offers unforgettable experiences that combine outdoor fun with personal growth. Activities may include:
- Hiking through scenic trails.
- Camping under the stars.
- Thrilling water sports like surfing, bodyboarding, and snorkeling.
- Hands-on experiences like fishing and exploring Florida waterways through canoeing and kayaking.
- Exploring world-class attractions like Busch Gardens and The Tampa Aquarium.
Why Choose Summerland Camps?
At Summerland Camps, we understand the challenges teens with autism and ADHD face when it comes to managing screen time. That’s why our program focuses on:
- 24/7 Staff Support: Therapeutic staff and behavior coaches provide constant supervision and guidance.
- Skill Development: Campers participate in 12 group therapy sessions over 7 days to learn practical strategies for managing screen habits.
- Outdoor Adventure Benefits: From reducing stress to building confidence, our activities promote mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Benefits of Outdoor Adventure for Teens
- Social Growth: Build connections and teamwork skills.
- Mental Clarity: Reduce anxiety and stress with time in nature.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Develop critical thinking and adaptability.
- Physical Activity: Replace sedentary screen time with dynamic, health-boosting activities.
Register Today for Our Autism Winter Break Camp!
Spaces are limited for this transformative adventure. Reserve your camper’s spot today to ensure they don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!
Summerland Camps: Your #1 Choice for Structured Activities During School Breaks
Parents should choose Summerland Camps for their teen’s winter break because it offers a specialized and supportive environment designed to meet the unique needs of adolescents with autism who struggle with screen overuse. Here’s why Summerland is the ideal choice:
1. Tailored for Teens with Autism and Screen Overuse Challenges
Summerland Camps is specifically designed for teens aged 12-21 on the autism spectrum who need help managing video game addiction, social media overuse, and developing better self-regulation skills.
2. Structured Environment for Stability and Success
Teens with autism often thrive in predictable routines. Summerland provides a structured daily schedule that reduces anxiety and fosters a sense of security during the unstructured winter break.
3. Individualized Support and Care
Camp staff are experienced in working with neurodiverse teens, providing compassionate, individualized guidance to help each participant succeed in their goals.
4. Skill Development for Independence
Summerland focuses on teaching practical life skills like time management, emotional regulation, and social interaction, empowering teens to become more independent and confident in their abilities.
5. Opportunities for Social Connection
Group activities are designed to help teens practice and build social skills in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Campers form meaningful connections with peers who understand their experiences.
6. Engaging Activities that Replace Screen Time
Summerland’s dynamic programming includes outdoor adventures, hands-on projects, and creative workshops, offering teens a fulfilling and screen-free alternative that keeps them active and engaged.
7. Focus on Emotional and Physical Well-Being
The camp incorporates mindfulness practices, physical activities, and reflection exercises, helping teens improve emotional regulation, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being.
8. Parent Collaboration for Long-Term Success
Summerland involves parents in the process, offering resources, updates, and guidance to ensure the skills learned at camp are reinforced at home for lasting impact.
9. Safe, Inclusive Community
Summerland provides a welcoming environment where teens with autism feel accepted and supported. This inclusive atmosphere allows campers to be themselves while building confidence.
10. Lasting Behavioral Change
Using evidence-based approaches, the camp helps teens break unhealthy habits, adopt new routines, and develop better coping mechanisms, leaving them better equipped to navigate daily life after camp. By choosing Summerland Camps, parents ensure their teens with autism have a productive, fun, and meaningful winter break, filled with growth, skill-building, and positive experiences in a supportive community.
World-Class Autism Camp
We are a world-class Autism Camp serving males and females ages 10-21. Our clinically sophisticated treatment program helps young people learn how to manage their screen habits using positive interventions in a supportive, fun atmosphere.
Our proven methodology has been featured in media outlets across the United States. We offer year-round clinically intensive adventure trips, a therapeutic summer camp, and an online program for teens & young adults.
Program Offerings:
- Clinically intensive adventure trips are available in the southeastern US from March through December during common school breaks.
- Summer camp sessions with rafting, ziplines, life skills, and more are available from June to August.
- Online Behavior Coaching services are available 365 days a year.
Summerland is the leading Technology Addiction Program ages 10-21.
Call us today at (800) 867-2090 to discuss your child’s needs.
Questions?
Calls are always confidential
- +Treatment Results
- According to a recent survey sent to over 100+ Summerland customers:
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- 94% of parents said they would recommend the Summerland Program to a friend
- 90% of parents noticed a positive difference in their child after they had detoxed from screens
- 84% of parents agreed their child’s problematic screen behaviors have decreased since attending the Summerland Camps program.
Read the full survey results here.
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- +Our Locations
- Summerland locations are seasonal as we seek to reconnect young people with nature and outdoor activity.
Adventure Trips: Our Southeastern US-based adventure trips occur during Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Break from March through December. Activities include surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, camping, and more.
Summer Camp: Enroll at our Tampa area summer camp from June to August. Campers receive screen habit change and self-esteem groups in a supportive atmosphere while sampling adventure sports and camping.
Behavior Coaching: With our online option, your child or young adult can learn about self-regulation and screen management strategies in the privacy of your home. We have a range of packages and counselors available.
- +Family Involvement
- Parents who enroll their child in a Summerland residential option receive a Family Workshop presentation conducted online.
Topics covered include parenting strategies, behavior contracts, setting up screen limits, and ensuring new habits stick upon the transition home.
Parents who enroll their child in any Summerland program receive a weekly update on their child’s progress.
