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Our arts & healing camp participants will explore various music and rhythms as they learn the ABC’s of playful Afro, Jazz, Hip-Hop, and Ballet dance styles alongside our professional dance team of teachers.
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Our theater play time will nurture voice and body language which enhances communication, social skills, self-confidence, and creativity, while also fostering teamwork, empathy, and a deeper understanding of culture and history.
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We will explore nature & play during local nature walks at nearby parks.
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Our healing arts breaks will introduce beginner yoga asanas (poses) on the mat and soothing, meditative nature sounds will ground our children for a short period of rest and relaxation.
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Our Uptown Friday field trips will allow campers to see & play at Circesteem (across the street from our studio) and explore the historical Uptown neighborhood.
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June 25th to August 15th
Weekdays 8am-5pm
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4755 N. Sheridan Rd., 60640, Chicago, IL
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Who is Kuumba Lynx? KL was founded in Uptown in 1996 by three mothers & women (Jacinda Bullie, Jaquanda Saulter & Leyda Garcia) who all understood the power of arts & education as a tool for healing and personal transformation.
Who has been impacted by KL programs? Thousands of Chicago elementary & high school youth participants have graduated out of KL programs, some receiving scholarships to numerous colleges & universities. Several KL alumni have become professional dancers and actors (Vic Munsoni, Sejahari Villegas-Saulter).
Who is leading summer arts camp? Co-Founder Leyda Garcia will direct & manage camp. Ms. Garcia is a professional choreographer, teacher & youth mentor w/ for over 25+ years of experience working in educational settings. Her camp leaders include KL alumni Desiree Jones & Mahogany Beal both hold Bachelors of Arts in Dance. Both currently teach dance with elementary school aged students.
Are camp leaders given background checks, trained in 1st Aid & CPR ? Yes
Are camp leaders Certified Mandated Reporters? Yes.
Do parents need to pack lunch & snacks for their camper? Yes, we advise parents to feed their child breakfast and pack a hearty lunch with water bottles/drinks. Healthy, afternoon snacks will be provided. Diets & any food allergies can be specified in registration forms that will be emailed after registration deposit is received.
What if my child gets sick or hurt? Camp director will assess & care for camper. Parent will also be contacted. In the case of a severe emergency, hospital is in walking distance.
What will a typical camp day look like?
Morning:
8-9:00am
Check In, Morning Games, & Welcome circle.
9-10am
Dance Class
10-10:30am
Short Mindfulness Break,
10:30-11am
Story Book / Reading Break
11-12pm: Theater Arts Class
12-1pm Lunch & Clean Up
1-2pm Nature Walk & Play in the Park
2-3pm Yoga Meditation & Nap
3-4pm Dance Class
4-5pm Snack, Games, & Clean Up
What does payment schedule look like? $700, Deposits are due by/before June 1st via Kuumba Lynx website payment portal.
2nd $700 Payment is due by June 15th.
Late Registration $1750 (due in full by/before June 25th)
What happens after I pay my deposit? You will receive a registration packet w/ all needed information including registration forms & releases via DocuSign.
What if I change my mind, can I get my deposit or full money back? If you cancel before June 5th, only $350 deposit will be refunded. No refunds after June 5th as we will need to invest time into replacing your registration.
What if my child misses day(s) of camp, will I be reimbursed for missed days? We are grateful and rely on all fees to support all expenses to run our camp and we cannot refund any missed days.
What if I’m late picking up my child? Please call studio at
If picking up later than 15 minutes late, a fee of $25 will apply.
K.L.A.H Summer Camp
Since 1996, Kuumba Lynx has been empowering youth and their families through Hip-Hop culture, arts & multidisciplinary education. We are thrilled to launch the Kuumba Lynx Arts & Healing Summer Camp in our newly renovated Uptown space designed for kids ages 7 to 12. Our seven-week camp nurtures creativity and mindfulness through dance, theater play, nature walks, and in-studio yoga learning and rest.
COME VISIT OUR LOCATION AND MEET THE CAMP LEADERS AT OUR
OPEN HOUSE:
Sunday, May 18th, 2025
10am-2pm
30 minute workshop provided by camp leaders at 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm
Kuumba Lynx Arts and Healing invites you to embrace a life of physical JOY and mental EASE. We believe in thriving bodies that EXPAND and minds that GROW. We affirm that everyone deserves to be seen on their journey to transformation and we are driven by our commitment to share ancestral knowledge through communal connection and art practices. Join us at KLAH, your new go-to wellness center opening Summer 2025! Sign up for our mailing list to stay updated on exclusive events, special offers, and tips to elevate your mind, body, and soul.