CampXpressions – Youth Life Center of the Arts
Youth Life Center of The Arts, 216 Valley Hill Rd, Riverdale, GA 30274
About
CampXpressions – Youth Life Center of the Arts is an 8-week summer performing arts program where campers take part in drama, dance, animation, music production, stage and prop design, wardrobe and costume design, food-related activities, and field trips. Campers work on a featured production titled “It’s a Hard Knock Life – Breaking The Bell,” a youth rendition inspired by the classic musical Annie, and experience both performing on stage and creating elements behind the scenes. Students are involved in acting, choreography, costume design, set creation, production support, and YLCOTA Runway highlights on stage, with all specialty classes included.
• Ages: 6–15 years old
• Schedule: 8-week summer camp production running May 25–July 27, Monday–Friday, with camp hours listed as 6:30 AM–6:00 PM and center hours listed as Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; camp session begins May 25 and ends July 28
• Price: $200 per week with a $100 registration fee that includes a camp T-shirt, specialty supply kit, and field trips; 10% sibling savings; transportation from Fulton County pick-up locations in Union City and Camp Creek available for an additional fee; registration, field trip, and tuition payments are not transferable, refundable, or prorated; CAPS accepted and new certificates accepted, and if CAPS pays the registration fee, a credit is applied toward field trip fees
CampXpressions – Youth Life Center of the Arts offers a Junior Camp for ages 6–7 and a Senior Camp for ages 8–15. The program provides transportation to CampXpressions from pick-up locations in Union City and Camp Creek in Fulton County. Breakfast is prepared by a professional chef, and lunch and a snack are provided during summer, with a free dinner and evening snack offered during afterschool times.
The program is part of the Youth Life Center of the Arts, which has been active since 2011 and notes 13+ years of service to Clayton and surrounding metro Atlanta counties. Its mission is to empower youth to develop future-ready skills, including digital literacy, creativity, and leadership, so they can navigate and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Leadership includes Claressa Williams and Bishop Diane Collins, Senior Pastor of Faith Walk Ministries Inc. The Youth Life Center of the Arts has received the Association of Christian Ministries of Clayton County Community Service Award.
The organization reports that its impact spans Clayton, Henry, Fayette, and Fulton counties, reaching over 250 youth annually and involving four generations of children and families. Through its Happy Bellies program, it has served over 100,000 hot meals to children and provided groceries to families five days a week, and describes this meal service as a light on Valley Hill during a time of crisis. The center notes partnerships with corporate and community partners and offers opportunities for board service, volunteers, employment, internships, and collaboration.
Last updated April 24, 2026.
• Ages: 6–15 years old
• Schedule: 8-week summer camp production running May 25–July 27, Monday–Friday, with camp hours listed as 6:30 AM–6:00 PM and center hours listed as Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; camp session begins May 25 and ends July 28
• Price: $200 per week with a $100 registration fee that includes a camp T-shirt, specialty supply kit, and field trips; 10% sibling savings; transportation from Fulton County pick-up locations in Union City and Camp Creek available for an additional fee; registration, field trip, and tuition payments are not transferable, refundable, or prorated; CAPS accepted and new certificates accepted, and if CAPS pays the registration fee, a credit is applied toward field trip fees
CampXpressions – Youth Life Center of the Arts offers a Junior Camp for ages 6–7 and a Senior Camp for ages 8–15. The program provides transportation to CampXpressions from pick-up locations in Union City and Camp Creek in Fulton County. Breakfast is prepared by a professional chef, and lunch and a snack are provided during summer, with a free dinner and evening snack offered during afterschool times.
The program is part of the Youth Life Center of the Arts, which has been active since 2011 and notes 13+ years of service to Clayton and surrounding metro Atlanta counties. Its mission is to empower youth to develop future-ready skills, including digital literacy, creativity, and leadership, so they can navigate and thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Leadership includes Claressa Williams and Bishop Diane Collins, Senior Pastor of Faith Walk Ministries Inc. The Youth Life Center of the Arts has received the Association of Christian Ministries of Clayton County Community Service Award.
The organization reports that its impact spans Clayton, Henry, Fayette, and Fulton counties, reaching over 250 youth annually and involving four generations of children and families. Through its Happy Bellies program, it has served over 100,000 hot meals to children and provided groceries to families five days a week, and describes this meal service as a light on Valley Hill during a time of crisis. The center notes partnerships with corporate and community partners and offers opportunities for board service, volunteers, employment, internships, and collaboration.
Last updated April 24, 2026.
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