What ages does Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp accept?

Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp is open to children ages 6–18. 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 Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp cost?

Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp publishes $300/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp?

Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp provide lunch?

Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity 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.

▌ Theater/Music · Ages 6–18

Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp

Shine Bright Performing Arts, 720 Crown Point Cross Road, Winter Garden, Florida, USA · $300/week

Performing arts camp offering instruction in dance, acting, and singing, culminating in a performance.

▌ Editor's read The website https://www.shinebrightperformingarts.com/summercamps loads successfully and details several summer day camps, including 'Defy Gravity,' which is a musical theater camp. The 'About Us' page mentions Amanda and Michael as the founders of Shine Bright Performing Arts. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The program type is day camp, with various themed sessions like 'Defy Gravity' (Wicked), 'Under the Sea' (The Little Mermaid), and 'Pure Imagination' (Wonka). There is no explicit mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background checks for staff on the website. The organization appears to be a for-profit entity. Google reviews for 'Shine Bright Performing Arts' show a 5.0-star rating from 14 reviews, with parents praising the engaging instructors and positive environment. Social media handles found are @shinebrightperformingarts on Instagram and 'ShineBrightPerformingArts' on Facebook.

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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. theater/music 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: Not listed
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Theater/Music
Ages: 6–18
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Address: 1000 N. Rand Rd, Suite 108, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847-526-4499
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp

What ages does Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp accept?: Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp is open to children ages 6–18. 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 Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp cost?: Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp publishes $300/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp's hours?: Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp runs 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp?: Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity Camp provide lunch?: Shine Bright Performing Arts - Defy Gravity 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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