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Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1

Oakland

Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp in Oakland offers a day program focused on cultural immersion, arts, and community for children aged 5-12.

▌ Editor's read The Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp, hosted by the Afro Urban Society, offers a day camp experience for children aged 5-12 in Oakland, California. The program focuses on cultural immersion through activities such as African drumming, dance, storytelling, and arts and crafts, aiming to connect children with their heritage. The website lists the Afro Urban Society as the organizer, which appears to be a non-profit organization, though the specific owner type for the camp is not explicitly stated. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or staff background check policies on the provided event page. The camp's Instagram handle is @afrourbansociety and Facebook handle is afrourbansociety. Google reviews for 'Afro Urban Society' show a 4.9-star rating from 15 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the cultural enrichment and community focus of their programs. The camp runs from 9 AM to 3 PM, indicating a day camp format.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 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 language/cultural 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
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Established
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: Oakland, CA, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Aug 3-14. Pricing not confirmed.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1

What ages does Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 accept?
Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 cost?
Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Aug 3-14. Pricing not confirmed. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1's hours?
Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 provide lunch?
Afro-Caribbean Kids (ACK) Summer Camp - Session 1 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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