Arts Umbrella
Arts Umbrella is a non-profit arts education center in Vancouver, Canada, offering programs in dance, theatre, and visual arts for children and youth.
▌ Editor's read The URL loads successfully, leading to the official website for Arts Umbrella, a non-profit organization based in Vancouver, Canada. The 'About Us' section indicates they were founded in 1979 by Carol Henriquez, making them 45 years old. Their website explicitly states they are a non-profit organization. The 'Careers' section mentions that successful candidates must complete a criminal record check, indicating a background check policy. The programs offered are primarily day camps and classes in dance, theatre, and visual arts. Their provincial license number S10000002 is listed in their annual reports. Social media handles for Instagram (@artsumbrella) and Facebook (ArtsUmbrella) are easily found on their website.
Who thrives here Ages 3–19
Arts Umbrella sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1981 (45 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 3–19
- Hours: Varies by program (half-day and full-day options)
- Address: 1400 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S1, Canada
- Phone: (604) 681-5268
- Cost notes: CAD. Prices vary significantly by program. Half-day camps for ages 5-6 are around $337/week. Lunch supervision is available as an add-on.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Arts Umbrella
- What ages does Arts Umbrella accept?
- Arts Umbrella is open to children ages 3–19. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Arts Umbrella cost?
- Arts Umbrella publishes $337/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Arts Umbrella's hours?
- Arts Umbrella runs Varies by program (half-day and full-day options). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Arts Umbrella?
- Arts Umbrella is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Arts Umbrella provide lunch?
- Arts Umbrella does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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