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Thank you for your interest in ASCV’s Summer Camps!
Details for ASCV’s 2025 Summer Camps are currently being added. Please stay tuned to this page and our social media for updates.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Elementary Camp Applications will open April 8. Teen Camp Registration will open April 8.
For the quickest response to summer camp inquiries, please email us at [email protected] and a staff member will respond via email and/or phone call. Our office voicemail box is monitored daily, but at this time we are not able to answer calls as they come in.
ACCESSIBILITY
We offer a wide variety of programs for autistic individuals of all ages and abilities. We recognize that everyone’s experience is unique, and we intentionally and creatively structure our programs to embrace the diverse needs and strengths of all individuals/participants. Each family will complete a participant information form to ensure we are providing the most engaging activities and appropriate support for each participant.
If you have questions or concerns about if a program is right for you or your loved one, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Program Team. For information about scholarships and financial assistance, learn more below.
ELEMENTARY CAMPS
Important Changes to ELEMENTARY Summer Camp Application and Registration Process:
This year we will move to a lottery process for our elementary-age summer camps. All interested families will complete an application prior to enrollment. The lottery will take more coordination up-front on our end which will require some patience from registrants, but we believe this will give more families in our community an opportunity to experience summer camp at ASCV.
- To meet increasing demand and ensure that as many individuals as possible have an opportunity to access a summer camp experience, this year elementary campers will be able to enroll in ONE session of camp each. We will be limiting enrollment to one session per child.
- Each interested family will complete a summer camp APPLICATION. Completing an application does NOT automatically guarantee a spot in summer camp. An application must be completed prior to enrollment.
- Applications will be reviewed as they are received and families will be placed into a camp session on a first-come, first-served basis. Families will be notified if they are selected to register for camp or placed on the waitlist.
- If selected to register for camp, families will receive an email notification with their enrollment offer. Families will have 48 hours after receiving the notification to confirm that they would like to participate and register. Once you confirm your participation, your card on file will be charged the registration fee.
Elementary Camp Sessions
Session 1A:
- DATE: Monday, June 9 – Thursday, June 12
- TIME: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- LOCATION: Tuckahoe YMCA
Session 1B:
- DATE: Monday, June 9 – Thursday, June 12
- TIME: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- LOCATION: Tuckahoe YMCA
Session 2A:
- DATE: Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
- TIME: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- LOCATION: Tuckahoe YMCA
Session 2B:
- DATE: Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
- TIME: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- LOCATION: Tuckahoe YMCA
TEEN CAMPS
- Teen camp registration will remain the same as previous years. You will register directly for the camp sessions you are interested in.
- We will offer two weeks of Adventure Camp with Beyond Boundaries. Please register for only ONE week of Adventure Camp to allow as many teens as possible the opportunity to participate.
Teen Camp Sessions
Teen Robotics Camp with Maggie Walker
- DATE: Monday, June 9 through Thursday, June 12
- TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- LOCATION: Grace and Holy Trinity Church
Teen Adventure Camp with Beyond Boundaries*
- DATE: Monday, June 16 – Thursday, June 19
- TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- LOCATION: Location will vary each day
Teen Culinary Arts Camp with Positive Vibe Foundation
- DATE: Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
- TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- LOCATION: Grace and Holy Trinity Church
Teen Adventure Camp with Beyond Boundaries*
- DATE: Monday, July 7 – Thursday, July 10
- TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- LOCATION: Location will vary each day
*Please only register for one week of Teen Adventure Camp. Thank you!
Fees & Financial Assistance
Pay-what-you can fee structure. At the time of application and registration, please enroll at the price point that works best for your family. Learn more about our tiered pricing structure here.
ASCV Members:
- Supporter Rate: $375
- Standard Rate: $325
- Reduced Rate: $275
Non-Members:
- Supporter Rate: $487.50
- Standard Rate: $422.50
- Reduced Rate: $357.50
Scholarships
Limited scholarships are available, and applications will be reviewed as they are received. Individual scholarship amounts will be determined based on the number of applications received. Submitting a scholarship application does NOT guarantee your spot in camp.
Due to the high volume of applications received, it may take a few days for your application to be reviewed. An ASCV staff member will reach out once your application has been reviewed. We appreciate your understanding!
- Elementary Camp: You will indicate on your application if you are applying for a scholarship. Scholarship offers will be sent with the enrollment offer if selected for camp.
- Teen Camp: To apply for a teen summer camp scholarship, please complete our Program Scholarship Application. Be sure to indicate which week of camp you are applying for.
Sensory Rating Guide
Touch: 2 There are a variety of outdoor and indoor activities prepared but children will only access them if interested.
Taste: 1 A snack shall be sent in by the caregiver. One allergen friendly cooking activity will be prepared with kids weekly.
Sound: 3 Volume may be slightly loud due to peers having fun in indoor gym space. There are designated quiet sensory spaces.
Smell: 1 The playground is outdoors. Food will be cooked during mealtimes for some.
Sight: 3 A variety of activities will be present but not limited to art activities, motor activities, STEAM activities, and more.
Refund Policy
- For cancellations received more than two weeks in advance of your child’s first day of camp, a 75% refund shall be provided.
- For cancellations received more than one week in advance of your child’s first day of camp, a 50% refund shall be provided.
- No refunds will be provided for cancellations received within one week in advance of your child’s first day of camp.
- Refunds will not be issued for non-attendance on a scheduled day of camp.
Program Code of Conduct
By registering for and/or joining programs or events, participants are considered to have to have provided their consent to agree to the policies of the Autism Society of Central Virginia (ASCV). Participants have the right to revoke their consent by unregistering or not participating in a program/event at any time.
- Participants are expected to treat each other with respect, kindness and empathy.
- Harassment, discrimination, violence, hate speech, or any form of bullying will not be tolerated.
- If any participant violates the code of conduct, they will be notified immediately, and we reserve the right to take any action needed, up to including removal from the program and/or asked not to participate in future events.
- If you witness any of the above being violated, please inform the event program staff immediately.
- All participants and facilitators are expected to respect the privacy and confidentiality of others participating in programs.
- Participants are free to share their experiences, ask questions, and engage in discussions voluntarily.
- Discussions and personal information shared during programs should not be shared outside of the program without explicit consent.
- If participants are jeopardizing or compromising other participants’ privacy and/or confidentiality without knowing, they will be notified and disciplinary action will be taken.
- If you witness any of the above being violated, please inform the event program staff immediately.
Once you register, there is 1 less spot open for other participants to be able to register.
- For cancellations received more than 48 hours in advance of a program, a full refund less an administrative processing fee of 10% shall be provided.
- No refunds or transfers will be provided for cancellations received within 48 hours of the program.
If you register for a program and no show (without reaching out to ASCV staff) twice within a six month period, you will automatically go to the waitlist for the next program you register for OR you will need to reach out to an ASCV team member to register for your next program.
The Autism Society of Central Virginia believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components of a thriving community. We focus on helping people obtain what they need in order to get to a place where equity is possible in all aspects of their lives. We embrace the diversity of the communities we serve by providing programs and resources that are developed to meet the needs of all, regardless of race, ethnicity, language, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender, or socioeconomic status. As an inclusive organization, guided by evidence-based practices, we promote neurodiversity and understand that everyone thinks, learns, and interacts with the world in unique ways. We celebrate distinctive talents and acknowledge multiple perspectives within our autism community.