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▌ Specialty · Ages 8–18

The Crucible Youth Summer Camp

Oakland, CA · $525/week

Hands-on industrial arts camp offering classes in blacksmithing, glass blowing, welding, and more for youth.

▌ Editor's read The Crucible Youth Summer Camp operates as a day camp in Oakland, California, offering a diverse range of industrial and fire arts workshops for youth aged 8-18. The website, which loads successfully, details programs in areas such as blacksmithing, glass blowing, welding, and jewelry making. Founded in 1999 by Michael Sturtz, The Crucible has been operating for 25 years as a nonprofit organization. While the website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios, it emphasizes safety and hands-on learning. Google reviews for The Crucible (the organization, not specifically the youth camp) show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the unique classes and supportive environment. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@thecrucibleoak) and Facebook (thecrucibleoak) page, showcasing student work and camp activities.
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Since 200125+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–18

The Crucible Youth Summer Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 8–18
  • Hours: Half-day and full-day options
  • Address: 1901 Campbell St, Oakland, CA 94607
  • Phone: (510) 444-0919
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, Youth Blacksmithing I session price

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about The Crucible Youth Summer Camp

What ages does The Crucible Youth Summer Camp accept?
The Crucible Youth Summer Camp is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Summer Camp cost?
The Crucible Youth Summer Camp publishes $525/week for the standard session. USD, Youth Blacksmithing I session price Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are The Crucible Youth Summer Camp's hours?
The Crucible Youth Summer Camp runs 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 The Crucible Youth Summer Camp?
The Crucible Youth Summer Camp 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 Summer Camp provide lunch?
The Crucible Youth Summer Camp 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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