Butterfly Dreams
State Pageant
Butterfly Dreams is a nonprofit organization which provides an opportunity for girls, women, boys and men with significant intellectual disabilities/developmental delays to participate in both an annual pageant and numerous yearly activities promoting the event. Our goal is to give every participant their moment to stand in the spotlight, showcase their abilities and not be defined by their disabilities. Our Mission: To provide opportunities for individuals with significant intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to learn life skills and build pride in a nurturing environment.
Service Area:
Missouri-Wide
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Social Groups & Family Support
Ages Served:
All Ages
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Specialized
Tips to Find a Camp or Program
Use these handy guides to help you in the search for a program that best meets your needs:
Recreation Council’s Summer Camp and Program Tips
National Center on Physical Activity and Disability Camp Guide
Call the Recreation Council to talk to your Area Coordinator
Service Area:
Missouri-Wide, St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Agencies/Organizations, Arts, Day Camps, Horseback Riding, Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Music, Overnight Camps, Performing Arts, Recreation, Social Groups & Family Support, Sports & Fitness, Technology, Travel & Outdoor Adventures
Ages Served:
Adults, All Ages, Pre-School, Teens, Youth
Season:
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter, Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Not Applicable
STAGES St. Louis, Performing Arts
Access The Arts Specialized Performing Arts Programs and Camps
STAGES Access the Arts programs consist of classes, workshops and performance opportunities that enable area youth with physical, cognitive or developmental delays to fully participate in the musical theatre arts. STAGES also offers inclusive year-round and summer day camp programs.
Service Area:
St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Ages Served:
Adults, Teens, Youth
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Both
Spark/AMT Dance Therapy & Movement
a program of DK Dance Productions
Spark / AMT is a dance therapy program based on the principles of Autism Movement Therapy for children who struggle with motor coordination, social, speech, and behavioral skills. It consists of warm up, short routines, movement, and games with therapeutic benefits. In addition to the program instructor, the class is staffed with volunteers to assist hands-on to enhance learning and a positive experience in the program.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Ages Served:
Pre-School, Youth
Season:
Summer, Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Specialized
Opera Theatre St Louis
Opera On The Go!
Introduce children to the magic of opera with Opera on the GO! This program combines live performance with engaging workshops on stage makeup, lighting design, and singing. Sensory friendly performances occur annually.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Ages Served:
All Ages
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Specialized
Williams Temple - Neighborhood Outreach Center
After school programs, summer day camps
Summer camps and after school programs for youth.
Service Area:
St. Louis City
Program Type:
Day Camps, Performing Arts
Ages Served:
Teens, Youth
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Inclusive
St. Louis Rock Music School
Music Lessons, Rock Band & Music Day Camps
STL Rock School (formerly Dave Simon’s Rock School) has re-imagined the way that we teach music so you or your child will love to play. By using a combination of modern music and traditional music theory, you’ll learn using the music that you love. There’s no reason to pull teeth – you can learn music theory from any genre of music!
Service Area:
St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Ages Served:
All Ages
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Inclusive
Different Dynamics
Adaptive Music
Different Dynamics provides music programming for families with children ages 7 through adults who have special needs and a love for music. The team at Different Dynamics creates meaningful experiences that enrich the lives of individuals with diverse abilities. The organization’s commitment to inclusion ensures that every participant feels welcomed and valued, fostering a nurturing environment where they can thrive through the joy of music.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Ages Served:
All Ages
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Specialized
Webster University, Community Music School
Music Lessons & Music Day Camps
The Community Music School of Webster University (CMS) has offered outstanding music education and performance opportunities to students of all ages and abilities in the St. Louis area and beyond since its founding in 1925.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Ages Served:
All Ages
Season:
Summer, Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Inclusive
COCA, Creative Arts
Arts, Dance, Theater
COCA provides meaningful arts experiences for youth and adults in our own studio and through community outreach programs. We nurture the artistic and creative potential through classes in art & design, dance, fitness, theatre, and voice. We pride ourselves on offering some of the most creative Spring & Summer Arts Camps for youth ages 3-18.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Arts, Day Camps, Performing Arts
Ages Served:
Adults, Teens, Youth
Season:
Summer, Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Inclusive
