Why We Camp
HEART Centered Horse Camp isn’t just a program we run — it’s where this whole thing started.
Before we built our school, we built camp.
And year after year, parents told us the same thing:
“My kid’s learning more here in one week… than in months at school.”
So we took the joy, movement, and breakthroughs of camp — and made it our mission, year-round.
Every summer, we return to our roots with a variety of inclusive camp experiences for neurodiverse and neurotypical students alike.
Because we believe the best learning happens through play, movement, and belonging.
HEART Center Summer Camps 2025
Every child belongs here. Let’s find the experience that fits yours.
🌞 Day Camp
(Half-Day Sessions)
Perfect for campers who thrive with shorter days, structure, movement, and horses!
✅ Ages 7–12
✅ Split by age group for better peer fit
✅ Sensory-aware, neurodiversity-trained staff
✅ Horse care, riding lessons, crafts, water play + more
🕒 Schedule Options:
Morning Camp (Ages 7–12)
→ 7:30am–12pmSession 1: May 27–30 FULL
Session 2: June 2–5
Evening Camp (Ages 13–17)
→ 4:30pm–8:30pmSession 3: June 9–12
💸 Cost: $375/week
📸 Bonus: Register by May 23 to receive a Summer Snapshot — a professional photo of your camper with their HEART horse 💛
🏕 Overnight Camp
(3–5 Day Adventure Weeks)
Overnight camps are held at Camp Colley — a hidden gem in the cool Ponderosa Pines — HEART Centered overnight camps help kids step into confidence, leadership, and outdoor magic.
✅ For youth ages 7–22, with leadership + vocational tracks for older campers
🔀 Tracks available for:
Adventure Campers (7–15)
Counselors-In-Training (16–17)
Vocational Campers (18–22)
✅ Inclusive for neurodiverse & neurotypical youth
✅ Horses, hiking, archery, crafts, campfires & more
✅ Staff trained in adaptive rec + 1:6 support ratio
✅ Sliding scale pricing to make camp accessible for all
✅ Transportation available!
📆 Camp Dates:
Tues–Thurs Camps: June 17–19, July 1–3
Mon–Fri Camps: June 23–27, July 7–11, July 14–18, July 21–25
💸 Rates: $150–$1250/week
(Camperships available | ESA funding accepted for program portion)
🎁 Bonus: Register by June 3rd and receive our exclusive HEART Pack — 2025 camp shirt, camp sack, water bottle, and personal note 💛
Need more details- tap a section below!
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At Camp Colley, your child will spend their days immersed in nature, growth, and activity.
Here’s just a snapshot of what they’ll experience:Horse care & riding sessions
Hiking + outdoor adventure trails
Crafts, crawdad fishing & archery
Low-ropes course & team games
Nightly campfires, social bonding & memories that last
Campers sleep in rustic tent-cabins (with staff present), eat freshly prepared meals, and rotate through activities designed for confidence, connection, and independence.
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HEART Camps are designed to support both neurodiverse and neurotypical campers — with dignity, care, and capability.
We maintain a 1:6 staff ratio and incorporate adaptive recreation principles in every part of camp. For campers who require 1:1 support or assistance with daily living skills, we may ask you to send a support provider to ensure success.
Families will complete a pre-camp discovery intake after registration so we can prepare the best possible experience for your child.
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💸 We believe cost should never be a barrier to belonging.
Our partnership with the City of Phoenix allows us to offer:
Sliding scale pricing based on household income
Camperships (reduced rate scholarships) — request on registration form
ESA funds can be used toward programming (but not meals, lodging, or transport) — we’ll split your invoice accordingly
Just let us know your funding needs and we’ll walk you through it!
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Ready to lead?
Our Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program is built for teens ready to level up. CITs shadow staff, support younger campers, and gain real-world leadership experience across all camp areas — from horses to hikes.
Limited spots available
Application + interview required
Training dates: Scheduled @ Registration
Reduced rates thanks to ACA Leadership Pathways Program
Campers graduate with confidence and real resume-worthy experience.
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This one’s for young adults with disabilities who are ready to grow through real experience.
Vocational campers with disabilities can attend any Adventure Camp session and receive training as part of the HEART Center’s Parks & Recreation Operations team.
Rotations include:
Culinary team
Horse care + barn support
Facilities + grounds
Activities & peer mentoring
It’s camp with purpose — and a step toward employment readiness.
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Where is Camp Colley?
Located in Happy Jack, AZ — 2.5 hours from Phoenix and 20–30 degrees cooler!Where do campers sleep?
Rustic tent cabins with adult staff in each unit. Campers are grouped by age + gender.Is transportation available?
Yes — limited seats are available. Pick-up/drop-off at The HEART Center.Can you support dietary needs?
Our culinary team can accommodate most food allergies & restrictions — gluten-free always available. We may request you send additional items based on specific needs.
💚 Day Camp Bonus:
Summer Snapshot
📸 Your child will receive a professional photo with one of our HEART horses — a keepsake that captures the magic of their week.
Included with all Day Camp registrations received by May 23
Delivered digitally after camp
No additional cost — just a little HEART to take home
💚 Ready for Day Camp?
Register Now ➡️
💗 Overnight Camp Bonus:
HEART Pack
Campers registered by June 3rd will receive our exclusive HEART Pack on Day 1 of camp:
Official HEART Center Camp T-shirt
HEART water bottle
Camp Badge
A personalized note from our team 💛
We know how big it is to trust someone else with your child — especially in a world that doesn’t always ‘get’ them. That’s why we’re offering our HEART Pack — a welcome gift that says, you belong here.
Because this isn’t just camp.
It’s a step toward confidence, independence, and feeling seen.
💗 Ready for Overnight Camp?
Register Now ➡️
Inclusion Isn’t a Buzzword.
It’s Our Blueprint.
All of our camps are inclusive.
Not because it's trendy.
Not because it's required.
But because it's right.
It started that way because we had the expertise to make it work — and every kid deserves the opportunity to go to camp.
What we’ve learned is that inclusion at HEART Camps aren’t just about fun.
It’s about modeling what’s possible.
If we’re not doing our small part in showing the world that inclusion works, how will the next generation learn acceptance? How will they build empathy, compassion, or the belief that every person belongs?
Every camper leaves The HEART Center with more than just a good time.
They leave with skills, friendships, and a lived experience of inclusion.
And that changes everything.
Ready to Register? ✍️ Let’s Make it Official.
Complete the form below to reserve your camper’s spot in one (or more!) of our HEART Camp experiences.
You’ll receive a confirmation email within one week, along with next steps for invoicing, forms, and funding (ClassWallet, ESA, or Camperships if applicable).
✨ Pro Tip: Register for Day Camps by May 23 and Overnight Camps by June 3 to claim your camp bonus — our gift to say, you belong here.