Stories from the Field

Hi Jen,

My daughter moved from the Midwest to California the summer before her freshman year of high school. My wife and I had heard about the Girls Rock Sleep Away Camp, and thought it would be a great opportunity for her to make some new friends and express her passion for music and the arts. We applied for and were granted a scholarship so that she could attend the camp for a week. She had an amazing time learning how to play the drums, bass guitar, and learning about feminism, diverse cultures, and social conscientiousness. She also made several good friends, and has even continued to be in an all-girl rock band. We are so proud of the young woman she is becoming, and are grateful to Girls Rock SB for their role in giving her the confidence to be herself. I thoroughly recommend this program to all parents with young daughters.

Sincerely,

Derek Olson

About a Boy Music Video Premier

Check out the " About A Boy Music Video" written and performed by one of our awesome teen bands, The Incident. Making music videos is rad! A HUGE thank you to Betsy Gain, who made this film with the girls .

10 Awesome Reasons To Sign Up For Amplify Sleep Away Camp

1. We now offer five concentrations the girls can focus on during the week : Rock Band, Photography and Film Making, Journalism, Dj-ing,  & Music Production and Engineering. Lear More Here. 

2. Every afternoon the girls get to try new and awesome activities such as Making their Own T-shirts and Screening Printing them , Producing, Filming and Editing a Professional Music Video, and Swimming. 

3. Nightly private lessons in all disciplines offered. The private lessons take your kids to a new level, helping them feel confidant in their art form. The extra time with our instructors helps to even further nurture the mentor/mentee bond. 

4.  Girls make friends for life and the traditions of sleep away camp are statistically reported as being one of their most special times when reflecting on childhood as adults.

5. Sleep Away camp promotes independence. Amplify takes that a step further and actively incorporates anti-bullying, positivety and self confidence building into everything we do so that it is a safe space to over come challenges and encourage self growth.

6. Brand new 2018 state-of-the-art dorm rooms. Dorms house 2-3 girls per room and all facilities are air conditioned.

7. Everyday we welcome accomplished all female bands to play for the girls at lunch. Girls in the journalism and photo and film program have the opportunity to interview our guest artists and document them each day.

8. We have an awesome Teen Intern ( CIT ) Program for girls 16-18 years old, and we mean AWESOME! Girls learn leadership skills they can take with them and apply for the rest of their lives.

9. We've been named as one of the best sleep away programs in the country by two different very reputable blogs. Check it out here

10. Because the best gift you can give is the gift of confidence. 

Camp Discounts & How To Get Them

We all know that the cost of summer camp can feel overwhelming at times. That's why we work so hard to make it possible for all of our families to attend. Here are two ways you can get a considerable discount on camp this year.

1. Host a Camp Info Session in Your Home

This year we are offering in-home camp info sessions. Imagine the old school Tupperware parties of the 50's, but with summer camp. How Does It Work? It's easy, as the host you invite between 10-20 families who you think would be interested in attending summer camp. One of our directors talks about the program along with you. Any one who signs up for sleep away camp that night gets a $100 discount and anyone who signs up for day camp , a $50 discount. But here's the really awesome part. The host gets $100 off camp tuition just for hosting the party, but they ALSO get $50 off for every registration they refer up until the value of 1/2 a week off summer camp ( at the party or after). So you can potentially save $600 for sleep away camp and $175 for day camp. It's a fun and easy way to help share your love for camp with others and get a considerable discount at the same time.

2. Summer Referral Discount

Maybe hosting an info session isn't your cup of tea. That's ok, we know that different things resonate with different people, that's why we wanted to offer two ways to save. For every direct referral that comes from you , we will discount your tuition by $50 up until half the value of the camp ( $600 OFF MAX for Sleepaway camp & $175 OFF MAX for Day Camp )

Amplify Mentioned As 10 Best Sleep Away Camps In LA By Moms L.A.

Check out the awesome article here

GRL MAG Names Amplify As One of Ten Best Sleepaway Camps For Girls in the U.S.

Check out the awesome article here

The Importance of Encouraging Your Child Musically

By Jessica Walter

It is important for all people to feel as though they are not only equal, but valued. Teaching young girls empowerment through musical education, performance and creative expression is all a part of this, and Girls Rock Santa Barbara are proud to be a part of this effort.

With a safe space to express themselves in, girls from all backgrounds can acquire skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. This might include taking musical lessons to learn how to play an instrument like a guitar. It could also mean attending workshops designed to encourage musical collaboration, or even a fully-fledged performance once they’re feeling comfortable and confident. Whether they wish to perform solo, or strike up a band, any young girl can feel safe and secure in their learning.

Take a look at this guide to discover how to choose a guitar for your child, and watch them begin their musical journey.

GRSB Day Camp 2016