Aspiro is a 7 to 12 week program with an average length of stay of 54 days.  It begins with 2 to 5 days at a Transition Camp being taught essential skills before moving to the expedition phase of the program. 

When a new student is admitted into Aspiro, they are treated with respect similar to a transfer from one high school to another.  Aspiro does not operate on level systems and makes no attempt to "break down" students. 

Aspiro adventure therapy is designed to foster the beginnings of significant, positive change in a short period of time. The therapeutically-rich nature of our program helps to reduce your child's resistance to treatment and enables them to clearly understand the need for change.  Further, it gives them the skills and motivation necessary to make positive choices which lead to future success.  Aspiro students participate in an expedition-style adventure where nature has a way of healing.  With direction from a dedicated and caring staff, the students are led along a path where hope and healing begin.  While continued therapy remains the primary focus of Aspiro, students are also taught many life lesson, character development, and  adventure-based activities designed to enhance their quality of life for years to come. 

Activities may include whitewater river trips in rafts or canoes, skiing, snowboarding, top-rope rock climbing, caving, mountain-biking, horseback riding, primitive living skills, hiking/backpacking, arts and crafts, etc. Each activity is designed to help students climb to a higher level of self-efficacy, and help them draw the metaphors to real life. The goal is to give them tools for success with their family and friends.