Culture of Safety Summer Camps

Culture of Safety offers three summer camp sessions in 2026, each running Monday through Friday, 9am–3pm. Session 1 (June 15–19) features Ninja Turtle Basics for ages 6–14, teaching ninja-themed karate movement, falling, rolling, and safe weapon exploration with nunchaku and bo staff. Session 2 (August 3–7) focuses on Karate Basics and Board Breaking for ages 6–14, building physical skills and mental focus needed to break wooden boards safely. Session 3 (August 10–14) is the Youth & Teen Empowerment Camp for ages 10–16, combining karate with self-defense and interpersonal skills. Teens aged 12–14 attending either session receive junior counselor mentoring and leadership opportunities. All camps are led by certified black belts and include snacks and materials; lunch is not provided. The dojo specializes in supporting LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent youth in a trauma-informed, empowerment-focused environment. No prior experience required; students with experience receive advanced instruction.