The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion
The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion offers hands-on instruction in glass blowing techniques for youth aged 8-18 in Oakland, California.
▌ Editor's read The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion program is a day camp focused on teaching glass blowing to youth aged 8-18. The Crucible is a non-profit industrial arts school founded in 1999 by Michael Sturtz, indicating 25 years of operation. The program page details the curriculum, including safety, studio etiquette, and various glass blowing techniques. While the website mentions safety as a priority, it does not explicitly state that staff undergo background checks. The Crucible has a strong online presence with a Google review rating of 4.7 stars based on 380 reviews, with many reviewers praising the unique classes and knowledgeable instructors. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number was found. Social media handles include @thecrucibleoak on Instagram and 'thecrucibleoakland' on Facebook, showcasing their vibrant community and diverse offerings.
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Since 200125+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 12–18
The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in arts, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 12–18
- Address: 1260 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Estimated from adult pricing.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion
- What ages does The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion accept?
- The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion is open to children ages 12–18. 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 The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion cost?
- The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion publishes $700/week for the standard session. USD. Estimated from adult pricing. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion?
- The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 25 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 The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion provide lunch?
- The Crucible Youth Glass Blowing Immersion 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.
Planning guides
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