YLA

Youth Leadership Academy 2025

Welcome to Fantastic Magic Camp’s Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) webpage! This is your quick resource for essential information about YLA 2025. Whether you’re a new or returning intern, we’re excited to have you on this leadership journey.

 

YLA is Fantastic Magic Camp’s leadership training program designed for teens ages 13-19. Participants develop life skills, professional growth, and leadership abilities through hands-on training and fun, collaborative experiences. Interns who complete the program may work at Fantastic Magic Camp during our seasonal camps, contributing to a magical, inclusive community.

 

Want to stay in the loop?Join ourYLA 2025 Contact List!

 
Staff Applications Now Open! (For Interns 18+)

 

Are you turning 18 this year and interested in becoming Fantastic Magic Camp staff?  Applications are now open and due by February 23, 2025.

Apply here: tinyurl.com/FMC25StaffApp



W9 Collection for Intern Stipends


This applies only to 1st-year counselors and above. CITs do not need to submit a W9.

  • Interns with their own bank account may receive stipend in their own name (with family approval).
  • Alternatively, a legal guardian may receive the stipend.
  • The W9 must be completed and signed by the person who will receive the stipend.


How to submit your W9:

  • Bring a completed W9 to the February YLA training.
  • Email a completed W9 to fantasticmagiccamp@gmail.com (Link to W9 form: [Insert Link Here])
  • Fill out a W9 in person at the February YLA training during drop-off or pick-up.


📌 Deadline: March 30, 2025 (or sooner if working a One-Day Mini Camp or Spring Break Camp).


 
YLA 2025 Training Schedule & Opportunities

 

All regular training sessions take place at 7500 Woodrow Ave, Austin, TX 78759:

  • Sunday, January 26, 2025: 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Sunday, February 23, 2025: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday, March 30, 2025: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday, April 27, 2025: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Sunday, May 25, 2025: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM

 

Alternate training opportunities should never be seen as mandatory. Activities, requirements, locations and times for alternate training opportunities may vary:

 

  • Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 9-12pm, 12th Annual Youth Career Fest, Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd
  • Interns that attend Youth Career Fest as guests will receive a half day of YLA training credit – Event Details
  • Many AISD and area schools already have a field trip for this event planned
  • To get credit, Interns should email a photo of themselves at the event to fantasticmagicamp@gmail.com 

 

  • Saturday, February 15, 2025, 10-3pm, HBCU Day 2025 at The Carver Museum, 1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX 78702
  • Interns that attend HBCU Day 2025 as guests will receive a half day of YLA training credit - Event Details
  • To get credit, Interns should find Ariel at the event, or email a photo of themselves at the event to fantasticmagicamp@gmail.com 

 

  • Saturday, February 22, 2025, 9am-9pm (shifts available), World Famous Austin Magic Auction (50th anniversary), St Matthew Episopal, 8134 Mesa Drive, Austin, TX 78759
  • Interns will be asked to help work as volunteer staff for the Magic Auction
  • Interns MUST sign up to get credit for this event
  • Email Peter@magiccamp.com to sign up for this YLA opportunity 

 

  • More to be announced…

 

YLA 2025 Summer Kick-Off Party

 

All YLA members are invited to our annual Summer Kick-Off party on Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 2-10pm! More details to come.

 

YLA Handbook

 

The YLA 2025 Handbook has all the details you need about the program, expectations, and tips for success. Download the YLA 2025 Handbook (PDF)

 

Stay Connected

 

Be part of the magic year-round!

Want to stay in the loop?Join ourYLA 2025 Contact List!

 

 

Thank you for being part of YLA 2025! Let’s make this year unforgettable. 🌟

 

 

Questions? Contact Us!


For anything related to YLA, reach out to Ariel:
📞 512-653-6603
📧 ariel@magiccamp.com or YLA@magiccamp.com


For seasonal camp inquiries, contact Peter:
📞 512-709-8060
📧 peter@magiccamp.com


Share by: