Christian Youth Theater (CYT) San Diego
CYT San Diego, 1545 Pioneer Way, Chula Vista, CA 91910
About
Christian Youth Theater (CYT) San Diego offers classes, camps, shows, CYT@school, workshops, and master classes for ages 4 to 18. Classes meet once a week for 8 weeks. Camps include week-long camps and a 2-week intensive, and the Finding Nemo Jr. camp includes two weeks with week one from 9:00 to 3:00 and week two from 9:00 to 3:00.
Programs
- Classes — 4-18
- Camps — 5-12; programming opportunities for ages 13-18
- Shows — 8-18 enrolled in classes
- CYT@school — school students · After school program or in residence arts programming; consists of drama, voice, and dance training and an end-of-session Showcase.
- Workshops — Single-day intensives to week-long trainings in leadership and college prep.
- Master Classes — Advanced classes for experienced students; timeline may differ from traditional classes.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–18 years old
- Current session: Fall 2026 Tuesday Night Classes Showcase Performance (Aug 18–Oct 6, 2026); Fall 2026 Monday Night Classes Showcase Performance (Aug 17–Oct 5, 2026)
- General schedule: Classes meet once a week for 8 weeks. Fall 2026 Monday Night Classes begin Monday, August 17, 5:00-7:15pm. Fall 2026 Tuesday Night Classes begin Tuesday, August 18, 5:00pm-7:00pm. Camps include week-long camps and a 2-week intensive. Finding Nemo Jr. camp includes two weeks, with week one 9:00-3:00 and week two 9:00-3:00.
About the provider
Christian Youth Theater (CYT) San Diego was founded in 1980. Its mission statement says the program develops character and creativity through quality theater arts training that brings families and communities together while reflecting Jesus. The organization says it is the nation’s largest youth theater program, and Travis Russell won a San Diego Billie Award for Outstanding Direction in 2003.
If your student has an IEP and needs additional assistance, let CYT know prior to the first class day so they can accommodate. CYT does not offer refunds for classes or camps but may consider due to mitigating circumstances; days attended will be prorated and there is a $25.00 processing fee. Classes and Camps will not be eligible for any form of refund once Show Productions are cast.
Last updated September 20, 2026.
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