WHAT IS LIBERATE ARTISTS?
Liberate Artists is a dance and performing arts organization that builds confidence and promotes social growth in young people. We create magical and momentous dance experiences and performances in brave, inclusive, non-competitive environments that remind everyone that YOU ARE ENOUGH, exactly as you are, in the skin and body you are in. We are not a dance competition or convention (though we do support the dance competitions and conventions that are safe, equitable, and inclusive) and we kindly ask you to leave the competitiveness at the door.
WHERE IS CAMP LIBERATE HELD?
CAMP Liberate is held at Camp Blue Ridge, 355 Playhouse Drive, Clayton, GA 30525
WHEN IS CAMP LIBERATE?
August 6th - 12th, 2024
HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO ATTEND CAMP LIBERATE?
Overnight CAMPERS must be 8-18.
Additionally we have Apprentice positions for those 18-20, that are at least 1-year removed from high school and CAMP Counselor positions for those 21+.
WHAT TYPES OF CLASSES DO YOU OFFER AT CAMP?
We offer a variety of classes for your camper to expand their skills! From jazz, hip hop, and contemporary dance classes (plus so many more!), to acting, singing, and yoga, there are lots of classes to explore at CAMP Liberate!
IS THERE A PERFORMANCE AT THE END OF THE WEEK?
Yes! Each camper will choose their performance track. They will perform in a contemporary concert, a commercial dance performance, or our Broadway-style cabaret.
HOW DO I GET TO CAMP LIBERATE?
For many, driving is accessible to CAMP Liberate. For those traveling far, we suggest flying into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) which is 120 miles from camp.
ARE THERE ANY DISCOUNT WEBSITES AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING FLIGHTS?
Team Liberate uses Google Flights and Sky Scanner.
*Please note in using these sites we suggest you use them as a REFERENCE and only book DIRECTLY through airlines.
DO YOU OFFER AIRPORT PICK UP?
We are looking into an airport pick up service for an additional fee. Check back here for updates!
DO I NEED TO SEND MY CAMPER WITH SHEETS, TOWELS, AND LINENS?
You can send your camper with everything they need OR for convenience, you can rent these items. Rentals will include: top and bottom sheet, blanket, 1 pillow and pillowcase, 2 towels, 1 hand towel, and 1 washcloth. The cost to rent is $50. You can reserve and pay for your linen rental through the link in the Welcome Guide (available June 2024).
WHAT DOES THE SCHEDULE LOOK LIKE?
A typical day for CAMP Liberate is 8:30am wake up - 10pm curfew.
WILL MY CAMPER HAVE ACCESS TO THEIR CELL PHONE?
There will be certain times during the day CAMPERS can access their phones. For the safety of all, cell phones are not permitted in cabins.
ARE THERE PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE?
Yes! We offer a variety of payment plan options for families!
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
All registrations are final and there will be no refunds provided if you are unable to attend. We suggest looking into cancel protection for all of your summer camp needs: https://www.aplusplans.com/index.php/consumer/index/stag11
WHAT IS THE DEEA SAFETY TIPLINE?
We partner with our sibling organization, Dance Education Equity Association, to ensure that our experiences are always growing to be safer, more equitable, and more inclusive. Our teaching artists go through training to reduce the risk of harm and we utilize the DEEA Safety Tipline as a resource for safety. It’s an anonymous (if you’d like) tipline where folks can submit any instances of harm they may have endured at a Liberate Artists experience. This tipline was created to reduce the risk of harm from bullying, racism, discrimination, othering, and abuse of any kind. We’ve implemented policies, inspired by transformative justice practices, to work with students who have been harmed and/or causing harm. For more information click here, or you can reach us at (213) 667-0125.
HOW ARE CAMPERS BUNKED IN CABINS?
Campers are organized by age/grade level and gender.
ARE THERE NURSES ONSITE AT CAMP?
Yes, CAMP Liberate will have two full-time nurses that stay and work at camp. In addition, we are minutes from urgent care and are located on the 911 system for quickest response.
WHAT IS THE FOOD LIKE AND DO YOU HAVE OPTIONS FOR ALLERGIES AND DIETARY RESTRICTIONS?
Chef Robson is an experienced chef with a catering business based in Florida. He can accommodate all food allergies and dietary restrictions, and will ensure that your child is well fed. In addition to our daily menu, there is always a side bar with fruits, yogurt and cereal for breakfast and a full salad bar option for lunch and dinner, and vegetarian and vegan options. Additionally Campers can purchase from the canteen (optional) for additional snacks and drinks.
IS MY KID SAFE AT CAMP?
The safety of our campers and staff is our number one priority. CAMP Liberate has exclusive rights to the camp and no other's will be onsite. There is only one way in and out of camp, which is gated and sits directly below the Camp Director (camp owner's) home. Additionally there is a camera surveillance system throughout the exterior areas of camp which our full time Liberate Team will have access to as needed.
Campers are supervised throughout camp during all activities from classes to meal times and each cabin will have have a minimum of 2 live-in counselors. Anytime water activities are in play a certified Lifeguard will be on duty and there are 2 nurses onsite where one is always on-call overnight.
HOW IS THE FACULTY AND STAFF VETTED?
We are proud of the safe environment and culture we have created at Liberate Artists. From our Production Team to Teaching Artists, we have worked with the same team for years and all have been certified through the DEEA "Be Courageous" training. All live-in Apprentices and Counselors are by invite only and will be vetted through a background check and will go through our Liberate training prior to the start of camp. The kitchen staff and Lifeguard staff are hired through Camp Blue Ridge and are also vetted through a background check prior to employment.
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