Trailblazers Sensory Adventure Camp 2025
Located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh
A special summer camp experience that’s not only loads of fun, but every minute is filled with strategic activities and support to boost your kid’s sensory processing, executive functioning, motor skills, and more!
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Trailblazers Sensory Summer Camp is for…
…any child that has sensory processing difficulties, poor attention, impulsivity, or struggles with following directions. It’s for kids with no diagnosis or kids that have ADHD, Autism, Down syndrome, or other diagnoses.
There will be a mix of needs. Our mission is to give your child a week of fun and developmental growth. It’s 20 hours of OT in one shot, which will not only allow your child to make progress, but also give them a memorable camp experience!
The Details:
- WHEN: July 14-18, from 9 AM to 1 PM daily
- WHERE: We’re renting space at Pleasant Hills Church at 199 Old Clairton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. The location gives us multiple spaces to utilize, including a fenced-in outdoor space, open gym space, rock wall, and private classroom. We’ll have lots of sensory equipment on hand too!
- WHO: 5-20 kids ages 5-10 that are fully potty trained, with a ratio of 2-3 kids to 1 adult. 3 specialized pediatric OT’s will lead camp with the assistance of OT students.
- WHAT: A unique summer camp experience that focuses on fun and improving sensory processing, executive functioning, and reflex integration.
- COST: $495*
*Thanks to our generous sponsors, we are able to keep the cost of a specialized camp down, as comparable camps average between $800-1200. Due to their generosity, we’re also able to offer a few partial scholarships. They are first come, first serve and based on financial need. Email us at hello@yourkidstable.com for more info.
What Your Child Will Be (Unknowingly) Working on at Summer Camp:
- Sensory integration
- Desensitization
- Food acceptance
- Bilateral coordination and crossing midline
- Regulation
- Attention
- Impulsivity
- Planning
- Coordination and motor skills
- Reflex integration
Trailblazers Sensory Adventure Summer Camp is made possible by our generous sponsors
The Constipation Gurus provide expert support for kids with constipation, withholding and encopresis/enuresis through online courses and virtual visits. They offer proven solutions that have helped hundreds of children and their families.
Integrated Learning Strategies is dedicated to helping children, families and therapists reach their highest potential in motor, emotional, behavioral and academic development.
What A Typical Day at Camp Looks Like:
9:00 Circle Time — We focus on socialization, turn taking, primitive reflex movements, and emotional regulation techniques
9:20 Obstacle Course — We focus on sensory integration, bilateral coordination, crossing midline, following directions, regulation
9:40 Craft (Fine Motor) — We focus on fine motor skills, attention, postural control, and following directions
10:00 Stations — Kids rotate through a variety of sensory activities like scooter board, sensory bins, and ball play, and therapists will have a chance to assess and provide direct interventions
11:00 — Bathroom break
11:10 Lunch with Food Play — We focus on socialization, modeling eating, and playing with new and different foods to increase exposure
11:40 Group Activity — We go on scavenger hunts, explore nature, and play group games that develop coordination, strength, and integrate reflexes
12:00 Playground Play — Kids are encouraged to explore while adults facilitate social interactions and help with motor skills on equipment
12:25 Drum Circle — We focus on imitating beats, kids being leaders, and following directions all while kids get the immense benefits of this rhythmic auditory activity
*We keep our routines similar everyday so kids know what to expect, but we’re also always using our clinical judgements on adjusting for the needs of the group at any given time.
Camp Leaders
Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L
Alisha is a licensed pediatric OT of 20 years and had the privilege of helping run a sensory summer camp in the DC area at the beginning of her career. It’s been a long time dream to bring as sensory camp to the Pittsburgh area. Alisha is also the creator of the popular website YourKidsTable.com and the online courses of Mealtime Works and RISE with Sensory.
Desiree Helbig MOT, OTR/L
Desiree has been a licensed pediatric OT for 17 years and has worked in a variety of settings including early intervention and outpatient. She’s also the Project Manager and Customer Service Specialist for Your Kid’s Table and works closely with Alisha on a daily basis. She’s passionate about helping every family feel empowered to help their children.
Laura Mau OTD, OTR/L
Laura is a licensed pediatric OT of 10 years and has a diverse background in helping both children and adults with neurodivergencies, including in early intervention and outpatient settings. She is also Your Kid’s Table Content & Social Media Coordinator. Like all of Your Kid’s Table staff, she is dedicated to giving both kids and parents the tools they need to thrive.
FAQ’s
When is registration due?
We only have 15 guaranteed spots. As soon as we fill up, we’ll go to a waiting list before adding 5 more campers and another OT. Spots may go quickly! There is no other camp like this in the Pittsburgh or even the tri-state area. If you want in, we’d recommend getting your spot secured as soon as possible.
My child doesn’t have a diagnosis but has challenges with attention, core strength, or following directions. Is this camp a good fit?
YES! Kids with these challenges and without a diagnosis often fly under the radar. There are often retained primitive reflexes, and sensory integration can be incredibly beneficial.
Do I send my kid’s lunch?
Yes, you provide what your child will eat each day. We will have some simple foods we’ll prepare for food play that come out alongside the lunch, such as carrots, peas, etc. If a child has an allergy, we don’t use any food with that allergen at all for the group.
My child is a flight risk. Are there any open spaces?
The location we rented is totally secure. There are no open spaces, and your child will be closely monitored at all times. We also have a very tight ratio of 1 adult for every 2-3 kids.
My child is almost potty trained. Can they attend?
Unfortunately, we aren’t set up at camp to change diapers, so all kids must be potty trained.
It’s also good to know that…
- You will receive a parent-friendly report the week after camp with our clinical observations and suggestions for follow-through at home.
- Your child will also get a “Trailblazer Adventure Camp” t-shirt! Please indicate your child’s size when you register.
- All campers will have the chance to come check out our camp space and meet Alisha, one of the OT leaders the week before camp. This is when you’ll pick up your t-shirt too!
- After you register below, you’ll receive a questionnaire to complete so that we can prepare to meet your child’s needs before camp begins.
Interested in Sensory Summer Camp 2025?
Have questions? Email us at hello@yourkidstable.com
