Summer Steps with Step Afrika!
Thank you for attending Summer Steps with Step Afrika! 2026! We will see you next summer.
A “Best Summer Camp” Finalist with Washington City Paper four years running, Step Afrika!’s week-long summer camp for rising 4th to 12th graders will return in 2027. Led by the multi-talented artists of Step Afrika!, our annual camp combines core Step Afrika! values of teamwork, commitment, discipline, and academic achievement with excellent performance. Immersing students in stepping through the creation of their own Step Show performance, Summer Steps with Step Afrika! is not to be missed!
Registration Details
Registration for Summer Steps with Step Afrika! 2027 will open in December!
Summer Steps Dates
Summer Steps is Monday – Saturday, typically the first full week of August.
Summer Steps Location
Arena Stage
1101 6th St SW
Washington, DC 20024
Ages
Students entering grades 4 – 12 during the 2027-2028 academic school year are eligible to take part in Summer Steps with Step Afrika! 2027.
FAQ AND SCHEDULE
Explore the Summer Steps with Step Afrika! 2026 FAQ sheet here.
Summer Steps Drop-Off, Pick-Up, & Transportation
Transportation to and from all camp sessions and performances is the sole responsibility of the participant’s guardian(s). Participants must be picked up no later than 4:00 pm; a late fee will be incurred for pickups after this time.
Drop-off and pickup should occur at the main entrance of Arena Stage, located at 1101 6th St, SW, Washington, DC 20024.
For participants using the Metro, the closest station is Waterfront on the Green Line, just a short, five-minute walk to Arena Stage.
Summer Steps Snacks
Step Afrika! will provide students with water bottles and nutritious snacks throughout the day. Please note that daily lunch will not be provided.
Summer Steps Tuition
$350 per student
- Initial Registration Fee: $50
- Remaining Fee: *$300
*Payment in three installments is possible!
Summer Steps Refund, Withdrawal Policy
The $50 registration fee is non-refundable. Tuition can be reimbursed until March 31, 2027 or transferred to another camper until June 15, 2027.
Summer Steps Scholarship Information
Step Afrika! offers need-based scholarships, providing $300 for each selected child. The $50 registration fee is mandatory for all participants and is not covered by the scholarship. To be considered for a scholarship, please email summersteps@stepafrika.org. The scholarship form can be found here.
Summer Steps Health and Wellness Policy
After registration, Step Afrika! will distribute a Health and Wellness form to all participant guardians. This form must be completed by the end of June 2027. Guardians should specify any special health conditions, including required medications and activity limitations, which should be communicated to Step Afrika! staff. Guardians must acknowledge awareness of and acceptance of the inherent risks in the program activities. Additionally, they must provide advance consent for medical treatment at an appropriate facility in case of illness or injury. Authorization for Camp staff to administer basic first aid and obtain emergency medical services as necessary is also required.
Summer Steps COVID-19 POLICY
Step Afrika! prioritizes health and safety, following CDC recommendations to reduce COVID-19 spread. However, guardians must recognize that Step Afrika! cannot guarantee their child(ren) and those in contact won’t contract COVID-19. Attendance at the camp may increase the risk for their child(ren) and themselves.
Summer Steps Insurance
Step Afrika! Staff aside, Step Afrika! is not accountable for obtaining insurance coverage for Summer Steps participants. This includes but is not limited to all forms of general liability, and/or medical insurance. The guardian, representing Step Afrika!, must absolve and release Step Afrika! Staff, its partners, and their respective trustees, directors, officers, employees, and agents from all liability related to illness, injury, loss, damage, obligation, or penalties incurred by the participant in connection with this project.
Summer Steps FORCE MAJEURE
Step Afrika! and its obligations for this program are subject to uncontrollable conditions, like illness, accidents, transportation delays, equipment failure, emergencies, strikes, or other unforeseen events. If the Summer Steps with Step Afrika! presentation is hindered due to any of these reasons, Step Afrika! is not obligated to compensate or refund any services or expenses associated with the activity.
Photography and Videography
Guardians permit Step Afrika!, camp facilities, partner agents, and employees to record or photograph their child, understanding that no compensation will be provided. The recorded material may be used for archival, educational, social media, or publicity purposes.
For all notices to Step Afrika!, please email summersteps@stepafrika.org.
Testimonials
“Our child started off the week nervous and unsure, but by the time Saturday came, she was glowing with pride and confidence. Thank you for providing her with such a fun and supportive environment. She can’t wait to go back next year!”
“This camp exceeded my and my child’s expectations. It is one of the most well-run, fun, and engaging camps we have ever experienced. It’s been 2 weeks and my kids are still stepping around the house. I hope to be able to find something that my boys can participate in year-round. We will definitely be back for 2024 and beyond!”
“As a parent of summer campers for over 13 years, I must say this camp continues to elevate itself. My daughter had a phenomenal time and she cannot wait to return next year!”
“Thank you for all your hard work to create a valuable and fun experience for our children!”
“My son said he’s definitely coming back next summer! This is his FAVORITE CAMP! As always the performance was AMAZING! I can’t wait to see what’s in store next summer.”
“This was my daughter’s first year participating with Summer Steps. She said she had a blast and wanted to do it again. She expressed that if she could only do one camp next summer, it would be this one. Thank you for providing space for children to explore their gifts and talents, learn discipline, and have fun!”
Thank you to our Summer Steps with Step Afrika! 2026 Scholarship Donors
Because of your generosity, dozens of students received scholarships to attend Summer Steps with Step Afrika! 2026. These scholarships remove barriers and open doors, giving young people the chance to shine on stage, build confidence, and discover the joy of stepping.
Corliss Adams
Ashley Adams
Tahsin Bakar
Andre Barnett
Gene Boxer
Reuben Brigety
Omari Burnside
Lushae Cook
Courtney Dorsey
Dawn Hendricks
Kevin Jenkins
Christopher Montgomery
Kenyattah Robinson
Tiffeny Sanchez
