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CFK Inclusive Summer Directory
The Inclusive Summer Directory can help you find the right fit for your child. Programs in the directory:
Take place in June, July or August
Are located in or near Northeast Ohio
Welcome children and youth (ages 0-22) with mental health concerns, disabilities/delays or who have experienced a major life change/circumstance
Achievement Centers for Children - Summer Camp
Achievement Centers for Children - Summer Camp
We are a Northeast Ohio-based non-profit organization whose mission is to empower children and adults with disabilities to achieve their greatest potential through holistic and family-focused services.
Adrenaline Monkey - Adventure Summer Camp
Adrenaline Monkey - Adventure Summer Camp
Give your child an unforgettable summer filled with movement, learning, and fun while giving yourself peace of mind. Our week-long camps (with half-day or full-day options available) are designed for children aged 4–12, balancing high-energy adventure with meaningful skill-building. Campers will enjoy a mix of active adventures, enterTRAINment, and valuable life lessons and social skills in a safe, structured environment where they can grow, explore, and thrive.
https://www.cleveland.adrenalinemonkeyfun.com/index.cfm?Page=Summer-Camps
Akron Rotary Camp
Akron Rotary Camp
Akron Rotary Camp offers several camping programs. The children's overnight camp is geared towards children with disabilities aged 6-17. This is the cornerstone program, which has been offered since 1924. Campers 18 and older can participate in Adult Camp. Day camp is offered to campers ages 6-21. Campers enjoy traditional camp activities while spending each night at home.
Today, our campers represent a variety of disabilities. Many campers have developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, and Down syndrome. Other campers have physical disabilities such as spina bifida, cerebral palsy, and blindness. There are also many campers with learning disabilities, mental health disorders, and multiple diagnoses. A camper just has to have a disability to qualify for any one of the Akron Rotary Camp's programs.
Beck Center for the Arts
Beck Center for the Arts
Summer at Beck Center for the Arts is bursting with creativity, fun, and discovery! With a variety of camps designed for children and teens of all interests and abilities, there’s something for every young artist to explore. From theater and dance to visual arts, music, and creative writing, our camps offer exciting opportunities to learn, grow, and make new friends—all in an inspiring and supportive environment.
Whether your child dreams of taking the stage, painting a masterpiece, or performing in front of an audience, Beck Center’s professional instructors and teaching artists are here to help them shine. Our summer camps blend skill-building with imagination, ensuring that every camper leaves with new confidence, creativity, and unforgettable memories.
Camp NEOSA
Camp NEOSA
Nourish mind, body and spirit
Experience God’s creation outdoors
Offer a safe environment to grow and learn
Share the love of Jesus
Allow children to discover their self-worth
Camp Nuhop
Camp Nuhop
Camp Nuhop welcomes all children, including those with and without diagnoses. Our camp is inclusive of kids with autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, attention deficit, mood disorders, neuroatypical children, as well as their neurotypical peers.
We offer six residential sessions featuring a variety of programs designed to foster personal growth through achievement, positive reinforcement, and the development of friendships. Our campers participate in programs that range from Traditional and Specialty Camps (on-campus based programs) to Trip Camps (off-campus based programs).
Participants are organized into groups ("squads") of eight, with three or more summer staff members, considering age, interests, and compatibility. This ensures a supportive and enriching environment for each child. For newcomers, we particularly recommend our Traditional Program, which introduces campers to outdoor experiences at our own site or nearby locations such as Malabar Farm, Mohican State Park & Forest, catering to a wide spectrum of interests and needs.
Catholic Charities - Camp Christopher
Catholic Charities - Camp Christopher
For more than 100 years, Camp Christopher has been providing campers a world of adventure in nature, community, and spirit. We offer a variety of programs and exciting activities for all ages, including persons with disabilities.
Cavs Youth Sports
Cavs Youth Sports
Cavs Youth Sports offers summer basketball camps for ages 4-14 at locations across the region. Programs include Cavs Academy (8-14), Cavalittles (4-7), All-Girls (8-14), & Mark Price Camps (10-14.) In addition to basketball, select locations also offer Cheer Dance Camps (5-14.) Camps focus on skill development, confidence, teamwork, & competitive yet positive gameplay.
Cleveland City Dance
Cleveland City Dance
You will be delighted watching your child blossom with confidence building, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging as their community grows. This is a place where your child belongs, experiencing the joy of dance while growing skills both technically and socially. Personalized attention in small classes with nurturing and caring teachers helps each dancer feel seen, supported, and encouraged to become their personal best. With the flexibility to choose one to eight weeks, summer training feels Simple, Easy, and Convenient for busy families.
Cleveland Metroparks
Cleveland Metroparks
Summer Nature Camps
Zoo Summer Day Camp
Golf Camps
https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/education/summer-camps
The Cleveland Museum of Art
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Play and experiment in these weekly art-filled camps bursting with engaging gallery games and hands-on activities. Camps take place on-site at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Campers spend the mornings exploring art in the galleries with the CMA’s gallery teachers and afternoons flexing their creative muscles.
https://www.clevelandart.org/learn-with-us/kids-teens-and-families/summer-creativity-camps
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Museum summer camps are the perfect place for your child to discover something new or continue exploring their passion for science and nature. From new, unique options to familiar favorites, our 2026 experiences promise an unforgettable summer for every camper.
Registration is now open to all!
Cleveland Play House
Cleveland Play House
Unlock your child or teen’s creativity at Cleveland Play House Arts and Theatre Exploration and Immersion Camp for grades K-12!
https://www.clevelandplayhouse.com/education/at-cph/summer-camps
Dance to Evolve
Dance to Evolve
Is your child’s summer jam-packed but lacking connection? Do you need childcare?
Our Dance Camps offer fun, friendship, and creativity! We are your trusted partner in creating an unforgettable summer…Unlock Your Child’s Creativity and Imagination with our Camps!
Falcon Camp
Falcon Camp
Since 1959, Falcon Camp's summer programs for children ages 6 - 16 has been providing unforgettable experiences and life long learning.
Falcon Camp is an ACA accredited camp located in Carrollton, Ohio - not far from the Cleveland, Columbus, and Pittsburgh areas. Join us for a 2, 4, 6, or 8 week session, where you'll live in a cabin with your friends, learn new skills from our experienced counselors, and most importantly, HAVE FUN. If you would like to learn about our overnight camp program, contact us today!
Friendship Circle of Cleveland
Friendship Circle of Cleveland
Friends are not a luxury. They’re a necessity. Here at the Friendship Circle we spark friendship, connection, and support for children of all abilities, their families, and Jewish teens.
Here we make friends!
https://www.friendscleveland.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/6560867/jewish/Programs.htm
Foundations Equestrian
Foundations Equestrian
We offer a variety of themed camps for ages 7-14 and for varying skill levels, beginner through intermediate with advanced camps available by request! With a covered arena, air conditioned classroom, and a water cooler in the barn, your kiddos will be comfortable and entertained no matter the weather! Be sure to read through all the options below to find the right camp for your young equestrian, and although several more weeks have been added to the schedule this summer, space is limited in each camp, so hurry!
Great Lakes Science Center - Camp Curiosity
Great Lakes Science Center - Camp Curiosity
Build, discover, and explore all summer long at Camp Curiosity: Summer Camps 2026 presented by KeyBank! Our K-2 and 3-6 camps feature exciting weekly STEM themes like LEGO builds, Minecraft missions, space adventures, coding challenges, and solving forensic mysteries!
New this year, we are offering offsite camps for 4-6 grade at our Beachwood location and all-new robotics camps for grades 6-8
Julie Billiart Schools - Beyond Camp
Julie Billiart Schools - Beyond Camp
Beyond Camp is an award-winning summer camp for children entering grades K-9 (ages 5 to 14) with special learning needs. Staff includes highly experienced intervention specialists, a speech/language pathologist, and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
The Music Settlement
The Music Settlement
Summer camps at The Music Settlement offer a creative experience for campers of all ages and skill levels. Through music and the arts, The Music Settlement provides opportunities for all to discover new talents and interests, build confidence, explore self-expression, while improving skills and techniques. Camp offerings are available for kids, teens and adults.
Musicologie
Musicologie
A summer music experience full of creativity, fun, and performance for ages 4-15!
Near West Theatre
Near West Theatre
Under the leadership of trained teaching artists, students will work collaboratively to learn theatrical skills, build confidence, and find their voice! Campers will explore storytelling through acting, singing, and dancing, while developing and rehearsing an original performance piece. This intensive arts program will culminate in a final showcase for family and friends.
Peak Potential Therapy - SMILE Summer Camp
Peak Potential Therapy - SMILE Summer Camp
SMILE Summer Camp™ is a therapeutic day camp led by a speech-language therapist. The camp alternates weekly with the 10-16 age group and the 6-10 age group. Campers engage in structured learning activities in addition to daily field trips to generalize skills while focusing on social skills, communication, and emotional regulation. This therapeutic program was developed specifically for children with disabilities to provide them with a fun and interactive way to develop social skills, participate in the activities that typical kids take for granted, and work on their IEP goals. We want to help your child have a better summer!
https://peakpotentialtherapy.com/services/camps/smile-summer-camp/
School of Rock
School of Rock
Do you want to learn how to play in a band or learn to write songs? School of Rock Cleveland West offers a wide variety of music camps and workshops that cover topics such as these. Our local music camps are perfect for musicians of various skill levels who want to play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, or vocals.
https://www.schoolofrock.com/locations/clevelandwest/music-camps
Super Ninja World
Super Ninja World
At Super Ninja World Day Camp, kids will climb, swing, balance, run, and jump their way through the summer on our Ninja obstacles with themed weeks like Hero, Ninja, Gamer, Lego, and Beast week. Our Summer camp features guided games and challenges, daily forest exploration behind the building, arts and crafts, fitness classes, movie breaks, snack times, routine field trips ot the movie theatre on tuesdays, and weekly special events/guests. Half-Day & Full-Day options. Single-Day, and Full-Week options! Ages 6-14. Discounts available!
Talespinner Children's Theatre
Talespinner Children's Theatre
Talespinner Children’s Theatre is the summer destination for campers looking for excitement, imagination, creation, and performance! Each week, your camper will jump into a new world of theatrical exploration as they work with their fellow performers to learn, grow, and present original theatre creations.
With camps for children ages 3 through 9th grade, we know your kids will have the BEST SUMMER EVER at TCT!
Tri-C
Tri-C
Whether your child is a young performer or a budding engineer, Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) Summer Camps will help them realize their full potential. Choose from more 20 camps for ages 4-18 at one of our campuses.
https://www.tri-c.edu/youth-programs/youth-summer-camps/index.html
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