Pre-Teen Boot Camps in North Carolina

According to the National Evaluation and Technical Assistance Center, the population of at-risk teens in the state of North Carolina is greater than elsewhere in the U.S. Because of this, families in North Carolina whose children exhibit defiant behavior may wish to consider enrolling them in a pre-teen boot camp or other behavior modification program. When a child's behavior causes danger to themselves or others, they may benefit from the military, semi-penal environment of pre-teen boot camps. These camps use discipline, military exercise and physical training to break defiant behavior.

Military-Style Boot Camps

• Boot camp

  The goal of a military style program is to teach children to obey authority, follow rules and improve behavior at home. Teen boot camps teach the importance of teamwork, discipline, and appreciation. About Face in Connelly Springs, North Carolina, aims to instill self-control, self-confidence and self-esteem through a regimented para-military system. It is also Christian oriented. About Face is not part of a judicial or court system. Camps are designed for children 8 to 17 years old, but there are some restrictions depending on behavior issues and mental illness.

  About Face Youth Camp
  5786 New Way Home Rd.
  Connelly Springs, NC 28612
  828-244-1872
  aboutfacebootcamp.com

SUWS Seasons Wilderness Program

• Therapeutic program

  SUWS Seasons Wilderness Program implements the natural forest environment into their behavior modification program. SUWS Seasons is a treatment program designed to correct unhealthy behavior by focusing on adventure therapy rather than talk therapy. Seasons programs run between four to nine weeks and have a series of levels that challenge and encourage children. Featured on the Dr. Phil Show in 2004, SUWS Seasons specializes in treating children under the age of 14.

  Seasons Wilderness Program
  363 Graphite Rd.
  Old Fort, NC 28762
  888-828-9770
  suwsseasons.com

Trails Carolina

• Nature Programs

  Trails Carolina combines challenging activities with traditional therapeutic methods amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains to guide children to self-awareness. Upon arrival at camp, children receive an in-depth assessment performed by a licensed therapist. A personalized treatment plan is then developed based on the needs of each child. Children have weekly one-on-one sessions with their counselor during the program.

  Trails Carolina
  500 Winding Gap Rd.
  Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
  888-387-2457