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Boarding School for Troubled Boys in Arizona

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In Balance Ranch Academy:
In Balance Ranch Academy is a therapeutic boarding school for troubled boys aged 13-17, located in beautiful southern Arizona, less than one hour from Tucson. It was developed around a clinically sophisticated model that effectively blends traditional therapy and the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. Additionally, the program incorporates research-based relapse prevention techniques, equine therapy and other experiential treatment modalities.

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In Balance Ranch Academy Academics:
Photo of Boarding School for Troubled Boys in ArizonaHigh school and college courses are offered through an accredited and individualized educational program. The academics attend to the unique learning style of each student and create feelings of success and motivation instead of frustration and hopelessness. 

Transformed beliefs and feelings about school instill a desire in the students to further their education at the college-level.

Our program includes:
- Individualized academic program designed to ensure success
- College prep courses – SAT/ACT testing preparation
- Individual, group, and family therapy
- A comprehensive and integrated 12-Step-based recovery program
- Family education and support
- Equine assisted therapy
- Experiential, adventure-based therapy
- College application counseling and assistance
- Leadership and motivational training
- Wilderness "success" programs
- "Recovery through Service" projects
- A positive peer culture
- Family Workshop Weekends three times per year

- Numerous expeditions, including but not limited to: Hiking in Zion, Utah; Camping in Havasupai, Grand Canyon; Snowboarding in the White Mountains; Service work with wolves at Wolf Song Ranch; Recovery Conferences at Fellowship of the Spirit; Sweat Lodges with Charlie One Horse; and an opportunity to participate in a trip to South Africa

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Address: 3331 Inbalance Ranch Rd, Tombstone, Tucson, Arizona 85638, USA
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Courses / Programs
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Turning Winds Academic Institute (TWAI)
Courses / Programs
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We welcome students from California, across the United States, & students from around the world (TWAI is authorized to issue 1-20's for international students).

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Parent Testimonial:
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- High School Program
- Credit Recovery
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- College Preparation/ AP Classes
- SAT/ACT Testing Center
- Anti-Bullying Program

We also provide a GED program, and college courses.

We create a customized program for each student that requires a minimum of 3 months. However, best results for lasting success are realized through 6+ months of treatment.

TWAI graduates average a 3.5 GPA. It is common for a student to complete 1.5 years of course work in 1 year.
Spring Ridge Academy, Spring Valley
Courses / Programs
Spring Ridge Academy is an all-girls therapeutic boarding school serving students ages 13 - 17 in grades 9-12 in Spring Valley AZ (18 miles southeast of Prescott). Spring Ridge combines an empowering emotional growth program with a sophisticated therapeutic approach and a rigorous college prep curriculum with AP courses and SAT prep.

Our therapeutic milieu is designed to address each student’s issues, challenges and strengths and to assist the family in making changes that support them.

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SRA is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.

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Courses / Programs
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Oak Grove School
Courses / Programs
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Southwestern Academy, Phoenix area
Courses / Programs
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We also provide ESL programs and a postgraduate year. In this stunning setting, nature is the ultimate learning laboratory for history, geology, archaeology, biology, and visual and performing art lessons.

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- College Preparatory Curriculum
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- Postgraduate Year Program
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Curriculum subjects include:

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