Next-Level Strings
An intermediate to advanced string instrument camp for students with prior experience on violin, viola, cello, or bass.
▌ Editor's read The website for Next-Level Strings loads successfully and provides information about their summer camp offerings. The camp is a day program, focusing on string instrument instruction, and is run by the Oak Park String Academy. The founder, Kate Carter, is mentioned on the Oak Park String Academy's 'About Us' page. The camp does not appear to be accredited by the ACA, nor does the website mention any state licensing or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit mention of staff background checks on the camp's summer camp page. The Oak Park String Academy has a Google review rating of 5.0 stars based on 10 reviews, with reviewers praising the quality of instruction and positive learning environment. Social media handles for the Oak Park String Academy were found on Instagram (@opstringacademy) and Facebook (opstringacademy).
Who thrives here Ages 10–18
Next-Level Strings 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 theater/music, 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
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Theater/Music
- Ages: 10–18
- Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm
- Address: 1110 Lake St, Oak Park, IL 60301, USA
- Phone: 708-628-3000
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Early bird tuition is $395 if registered by April 1.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Next-Level Strings
- What ages does Next-Level Strings accept?
- Next-Level Strings is open to children ages 10–18. 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 Next-Level Strings cost?
- Next-Level Strings publishes $350/week for the standard session. Early bird tuition is $395 if registered by April 1. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Next-Level Strings's hours?
- Next-Level Strings runs 9:00am-12:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Does Next-Level Strings provide lunch?
- Next-Level Strings 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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Camps near here
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