2026 Summer Camp Independence
Dates: June 8–12, June 15–19, June 22–26, July 6–10, July 13–17, July 20–24
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location:
Webster Groves Recreation Complex
33 E. Glendale Road
Webster, MO 63119
Campers:
- Children and young adults with a primary diagnosis of cerebral palsy between the ages of 7–21 years old, functioning at a first-grade level or higher, and able to follow directions.
- Campers should be able to sit independently or with minimal adaptive support, such as a wheelchair.
- Participants will receive specialized attention from pediatric therapists.
Activities: Camp activities include adaptive basketball, dance, soccer, martial arts, baseball, swimming, yoga, and more.
Goals:
- Keep individuals with cerebral palsy active for life and help them embrace the concept that health and physical fitness are possible and necessary to maximize independence.
- Challenge campers to increase their activity level, aerobic fitness, strength, and balance in a safe, fun, and rewarding atmosphere.
Registration: Camper registration for the 2026 Summer Camp Independence is open until Feb. 27. To register, complete the registration form and select the week(s) that your child would like to attend. If you have questions, please contact Julie Grassi at [email protected] or 314-495-4367.
Volunteer at Camp Independence
If you would like to volunteer at the 2026 Summer Camp Independence, and are over the age of 16, please complete this volunteer application.
If you have questions about volunteering as an individual or with a group, please email Julie Grassi at [email protected].
The Carol and Paul Hatfield Cerebral Palsy Sports and Rehab Program is supported by generous donations to the St. Louis Children's Hospital Foundation.
