Camp Inclusion Certification


Direct Camper support

This workshop is an introduction to the basics of how to include Neurodiverse/persons with disabilities into your camp program.
Laying the groundwork for how to think and talk about disability and building on an understanding of the AODA and how it impacts your camp.

Appropriate Language

Models of Disability

Disability Frameworks

Everyday Interactions

Basic understanding of support options

You will leave feeling more confident in your understanding of disabilities and neurodivergence and how to support campers in their camp experiences.

Who would benefit from this workshop?

Front line staff ( Counsellors, C.I.T’s, Program staff, operations team members).

End-to-End Support for Camp Leadership

We assess your current policies, programs, and systems.
Then we help you build stronger, more inclusive structures that work in real camp settings.

End-to-End Support for Camp Staff

We deliver in-depth training and practical tools your team can use immediately.
We also provide real-time support during camp sessions.

End-to-End Support for Campers & Families

We help create:

  • Inclusive registration processes

  • Individualized camper support plans

  • Clear communication systems

Families feel confident. Campers feel supported.

Accessibility & Sensory Solutions

We design and implement:

  • Accessibility upgrades

  • Sensory spaces

  • Calm-down and regulation areas

Everything is customized to your camp environment.

Learn the hard-skills necessary to include  people of varying abilities in your programs.

Peak

How to fully include people of all abilities in your camp, programs and activities.

Plan

An introduction to the basics of how to interact  appropriately with people with varying abilities.

Path

Plan : Awareness Workshop (3 hours)


Organizational Level

Path: Inclusion/ Accessibility Core support

We give your leadership team the tools and confidence to include people of all abilities in your camp programs.

Through multiple touchpoints and ongoing support, we help you build a clear and realistic accessibility and inclusion plan — from policy review to camper registration and individualized support.

We guide you every step of the way.

Evaluate your facility for accessibility

Plan for inclusion in your activities and programs

Set accessibility and inclusion goals for your programs, built environment, and organization.

Our consultation is 100% flexible and adaptive to your needs. We work with your team at your pace, providing real solutions. Our consultants create real action items and real tools

Who would benefit from this workshop?

Front line staff Camp Leadership, Board of Directors, Sr camp staff.

Package includes: Review of Policies, accessibility audits, training workshops, camper support plans, staff support plans

Peak | Full range of support

Camp Inclusion Certification

ExploreAbility Certification gives your camp leadership tangible learning outcomes, practical tools and real life experiences.

Level I : Basic Inclusion Certification- Designed for All camp staff as an introduction course on Accessibility, Inclusion and baselevel understanding. (4 hour Workshop- Groups up to 100)

Level II: Advanced Inclusion Certification - Designed for those Staff who will work directly with Campers with special needs/ neurodiversity’s providing advanced support tools and techniques for campers. ( 16 hour course- Small groups 4-10 people)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer a wide range of program and services for organizations. From 1 on 1 training, to small groups, to large groups ( up to 250).

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • Cost for consultation depends on the amount of time needed for support and the number of people who require training and support.

    Our workshops are three-four hours in length and range $750 to $1500.

    Our Path and Peak options are determined by amount of time and resources are required.

  • We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.

    We have a perfect combination of professionalism, experience, Occupational Therapy, recreation adaptations experience and group management.

    As a Wrap around service. Our team not only provides real camp experience it also included lived experience and Occupational Therapist insights.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

    We are provide supports beyond the sessions. We make ourselves available for ‘real time support’ for ‘real time needs”