10-Week Outdoor Social Groups

At Thrive Outside, we offer small-group, outdoor-based therapy groups designed to help kids build confidence, develop social skills, and strengthen their bodies—all through play and adventure in nature! Each group has a unique focus, so you can find the perfect match for your child’s needs.

🌿 Fern Explorers (Ages 4-7)

For kids who love to explore but need support with flexibility, turn-taking, and emotional regulation.

Trail Blazers is perfect for young adventurers who enjoy movement but sometimes struggle with transitions, frustration, or teamwork. Through nature hikes, scavenger hunts, and obstacle courses, kids will learn how to cooperate, follow group plans, and practice self-regulation—all while having a blast outdoors!

✔️ Boosts self-regulation & social flexibility
✔️ Encourages teamwork & following group directions
✔️ Supports body awareness & sensory processing

🤸🏻‍♂️ Sensory Explorers (Ages 5-9)

For kids working on Sensitivities, Sensory Needs, Anxiety-Confidence, and Social Connection.

This group is all about making friends and exploring our sensory systems in a fun, low-pressure way. Whether your child struggles with initiating play, staying engaged in group activities, or navigating sensory and social challenges, this group helps them grow through shared outdoor adventures. Activities include fort-building, team challenges, and imaginative group play, helping kids practice social communication and flexible thinking.

✔️ Supports peer relationships & play skills
✔️ Encourages collaborative problem-solving
✔️ Builds confidence in group settings

🏕️ Oak Adventurers (Ages 8-11)

For kids who want to develop independence, resilience, and leadership skills in the outdoors.

Adventure Seekers takes outdoor play to the next level! Designed for older kids who love adventure but need help with frustration tolerance, teamwork, or confidence, this group includes map-reading, outdoor survival games, and more structured team challenges. Kids will develop perseverance, leadership, and problem-solving skills while building strong connections with their peers.

✔️ Develops resilience & frustration tolerance
✔️ Fosters teamwork & leadership skills
✔️ Builds motor coordination & confidence

🌸 Orchids (Mixed Age)

For kids who are more internal processors, highly sensitive, or need more time to warm up.

This group is all about helping your child adjust to being in a group, at their own pace. Whether your child struggles with initiating play, staying engaged in group activities, or navigating sensory and social challenges, this group helps them grow at their own pace, in a very gentle setting. 

✔️ Supports peer relationships & play skills
✔️ Encourages collaborative problem-solving
✔️ Builds confidence in group settings