Why Amplify Is the Best Summer Camp for Teens Who Love Music, Arts, and Confidence-Building
🎵 1. Real Creative Immersives Led by Industry Pros
At Amplify, teens choose an immersive track to focus on for the session. These include:
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Music (vocals, guitar, drums, bass, keyboard, songwriting, or advanced rock band)
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Music Production & Engineering
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Photography & Visual Storytelling
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Film & Video Editing
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Fine Arts & Design
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Musical Theatre & Acting
These aren’t watered-down electives—they’re legit training grounds for teens who want to sharpen their skills, explore new ones, and work alongside professionals from places like Berklee College of Music, UCLA, USC, and the music and film industries.
This is what sets Amplify apart from other summer camps for teens—your child doesn’t just dabble. They create, perform, direct, and produce work they’re proud of.
🤝 2. A Community of Like-Minded Teens
Teenage years are tough—and finding true connection can be even tougher.
Amplify creates space for real friendships, real conversations, and real support. We’re intentional about building a culture of inclusivity, zero cliques, and anti-bullying from day one. Campers don’t just come here to do what they love—they come to feel seen, supported, and encouraged to be exactly who they are.
Many of our campers return year after year because Amplify becomes a second home. For teens navigating identity, self-expression, anxiety, or simply looking for their people, this camp is more than a summer experience—it’s a turning point.
✨ 3. Full Overnight Camp Experience—with a Creative Twist
Amplify is a fully immersive overnight summer camp for teens, meaning campers live on campus for 2 to 6 weeks. But beyond our immersive programming, they get the full camp experience, including:
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Pool parties
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Glow nights & themed dances
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DIY arts & crafts booths
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Campfire storytelling
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Talent shows, showcases, and concerts
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Nature hikes & beach days
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“Night groups” for reflection, connection, and fun
It’s summer camp—but elevated. Where else can your teen start their day writing a new song, record it in a real studio, and then finish the night dancing under the stars with new best friends?
🧠 4. Personal Growth and Emotional Safety
The teenage years are full of big feelings and major growth. That’s why Amplify’s programming goes beyond skills—it’s rooted in confidence-building, leadership, and self-expression.
We support teens through:
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Nightly small groups that build social-emotional skills
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Trained counselors and mentors who know how to work with teens
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An intentional focus on mental health, boundaries, and community care
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Opportunities for leadership through our CIT & LIT programs
This is what makes Amplify the best summer camp for teens who need more than just “fun.” It’s camp for the heart, too.
💻 5. We Welcome Beginners and Advanced Artists Alike
Whether your teen is already producing music in their bedroom or just picked up a guitar last week—Amplify meets them where they are. Each immersive is structured to support every skill level, and campers are never judged for “how good they are.” Everyone belongs here.
Our teaching artists are patient, passionate, and excited to help teens grow without pressure—and to celebrate their progress, not perfection.
Why Teen Girls Thrive at Amplify
Teen girls often don’t get enough space to take up space—especially in male-dominated creative fields like music and tech. At Amplify, girls own the stage, the studio, and the story.
We create brave spaces where they can:
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Be loud
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Be bold
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Try something new
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Mess up and be cheered on anyway
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Get curious about their future—and start shaping it
For many teens, Amplify is the first time they’ve really felt free to express themselves. That’s why we say: it’s not just a summer camp. It’s a launchpad.
Is Amplify Right for Your Teen?
If your teen:
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Has a passion for music, arts, or storytelling
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Is looking for meaningful friendships
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Wants to level up creatively in a safe, inspiring environment
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Needs a boost of confidence or a fresh start
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Is craving something more than just “hanging out this summer”
Then yes—Amplify is the best summer camp for teens like yours.
We serve girls in grades 4th–12th, with 2-week, 4-week, and 6-week sessions available. Our campus is in Ojai, California, with a team of trained counselors, medical staff, and industry-leading creative mentors.
Ready to Learn More?
Spots are limited—and many of our sessions sell out each year.
Let’s find the right session for your teen.
