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THEME and price
Teacher-Student Ratio is 1:6
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Nature Art Lab Adventure Camp
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“Kids for Kids” Community Impact Camp
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Original IP & Designer Toy Camp
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Young Brand Creators Camp
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Live Action × Animation Camp
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3D Product Design & Tech Camp
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Air Clay Craft Camp
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Pottery Art Camp
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Portrait Drawing Camp
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Oil Painting & Color Theory Camp
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Watercolor Camp
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Competition & AP Portfolio Training
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Digital Art: Anime Creation Camp
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Digital Art: Graphic Design Camp
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Digital Art: GIF Animation Camp
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Digital Art: Environment & Scene Design Camp
age
4-6 years old
7-9 years old
9-11 years old
11+ years old
when
Jun 08-Aug 07
Mon-Fri
9am-3pm
(Available extend to 5pm)
Week 1:June 8 - June 12
Week 2: June 15 - June 19
Week 3: June 22 - June 26
Week 4: June 29 - July 2 (4-Day Camp, No Camp on July 3 for Independence Day)
Week 5: July 6 - July 10
Week 6: July 13 - July 17
Week 7:July 20 - July 24
Week 8:July 27 - July 31
Week 9:August 3 - August 7
schedule
9am-3pm Mon-Fri
(Available extend to 5pm)
8:50-9:00am Drop off
09:00-10:15am Class Time
10:15-10:45am Snack/Break Time
10:45-12:00pm Class Time
12:00-1:00pm Lunch Time/ Outdoor Activities
13:00-2:15pm Class Time
2:15-2:45pm Snack/Work Critique Time
2:45-3:00pm Pick up
Extend Care
3:00-5:00pm ($120/week )
DISCOUNT
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Early Bird $20 off Each Week (Due on April 1)
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$10 off /week for more than one week
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Sibling $10 off /kid/week
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Mindart Studio Student $10 off /week
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Group $10 off /week (3 people or more, excluding family members)
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Referral New Student $25 Credit (No Current Student)
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Extend Care 3:00-5:00pm ($120/week)
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Lunch order $10/day
Themes and Schedule
Nature Art Lab Adventure Camp
自然艺术实验创作营
Let’s embrace nature with little hands in this summer!
The Nature Art Lab Adventure Camp will guide students to step beyond the classroom and discover the magic of creating with the natural world. Surrounded by grass, sunlight, leaves, stones, and soil, students will explore how art can grow directly from nature. They will experiment with shadow drawing, natural material collages, wind-inspired installations, and large-scale earth paintings. Through observation and hands-on exploration, children will learn to transform simple natural elements into expressive artworks. This camp encourages curiosity, strengthens observation skills, and builds a deeper emotional connection with the environment, allowing students to experience the joy of artistic discovery in the outdoors.
Keywords
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Nature-Based Art Exploration: Create artworks using leaves, stones, soil, shadows, and wind as artistic elements.
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Observation & Sensory Discovery: Develop attention to detail and creative thinking through direct engagement with the natural environment.
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Outdoor Collaborative Creation: Participate in large-scale and interactive art projects that celebrate teamwork and environmental awareness.
Dates
Session 1: June 15 - June 19
Session 2: July 20 - July 24
Price: $680/week
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
“Kids for Kids”
Art Community Camp
童心同行艺术公益营
Small Craft, Big Warmth
Create warmth with your hands & let your work share the love.
The “Kids for Kids” Art Community Camp invites children to transform their creativity into meaningful social impact. Through themed artwork inspired by warmth, courage, and hope, students will design paintings, illustrations, and handmade products that can be displayed or shared within the community. They will also learn how to present and introduce their creations, organize a small charity showcase, and experience the joy of giving through art. By combining creativity with action, children not only strengthen their artistic expression but also develop empathy, confidence, and a sense of responsibility — discovering how small hands can make a big difference.
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Design and complete a cohesive series of artworks inspired by kindness and care.
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Present and share artworks through a small-scale exhibition or community sale.
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Practice pricing, presentation, and communication while learning how art can support a meaningful cause.
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Turn creativity into action by contributing proceeds to selected community initiatives.
Dates
Session 1: June 22 - June 26
Session 2: July 27 - July 31
Price: $680/week
Two groups: 5-8 and 9+ years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
Live Action × Animation Film Camp
真人 × 动画 · 影像实验营
Break the Boundaries of Reality.
Ignite Your Animated Imagination.
Children have endless imagination — this summer, let’s bring those ideas into the real world. In the Live Action × Animation Film Camp, students will explore how animation can interact with everyday life and turn ordinary moments into playful, cinematic stories. From creating original concepts and designing characters to filming live scenes and blending in animated elements, children will experience what it feels like to be both a storyteller and a director. They will transform imagination into a dynamic short film and discover how movement, rhythm, and creativity come together to make their stories come alive on screen.
Course content:
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Create original live action + animation story
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Character design and scene concept development
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Live-action filming and creative framing
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Frame-by-frame animation drawing and integration
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Video editing, transitions, music, and sound design
Dates
Session 1: June 8 - June 12
Session 2: August 3 - August 7
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11 years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
Original IP & Designer Toy Camp
原创IP潮玩设计营
Immerse yourself in the charm of oil painting and learn the secrets of the masters!
Every iconic character begins with imagination. In the Original IP & Designer Toy Camp, students create their own original characters — shaping personalities, building unique worlds, and developing a distinct visual style. From early sketches to hands-on sculpting, ideas gradually transform into tangible designer toys. Experiencing the full journey from concept to creation, students proudly launch their very first IP, turning creativity into collectible art and bringing their imagined world to life.
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Build your own original brand identity
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Character design and world-building
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Concept sketching and visual development
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From idea to product realization
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Designer toy sculpting and final showcase
Session 1:June 22 - June 26
Session 2 :July 27 - July 31
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
3D Product Design & Tech Camp
产品设计3D打印科技营
Design the Future. Print Your Imagination.
The 3D Product Design & Tech Camp invites students to step into the world of innovation and explore how products are designed from concept to reality. Children will learn how to think like designers — developing original ideas, understanding structure and function, and transforming digital models into physical objects through 3D printing. From product concept sketches to refined prototypes, students experience the full creative process while discovering how technology can bring their imagination to life. By combining design thinking with hands-on building and presentation, this camp helps children build confidence, problem-solving skills, and a future-ready creative mindset.
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Product Design Thinking: Develop original concepts while understanding structure, form, and function.
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3D Modeling & Printing: Create digital models and transform them into physical prototypes.
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Innovation & Problem Solving: Learn how to refine designs, improve stability, and adjust details through testing and iteration.
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Creative Presentation: Share and present finished products with confidence and clarity.
Dates
Session 1: June 15 - June 19
Session 2: July 20 - July 24
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
Air Clay Craft Camp
空气粘土玩具屋搭建营
Shape the World You’ve Seen and Imagined with Clay!
The Air Clay Craft Camp is a creative and fun-filled artistic journey. Students will explore the magical world of air clay and learn to create amazing works with their hands. This is a platform for free expression, where students can shape anything their imagination can conjure—any form, color, or idea. Through this camp, children will not only learn clay crafting techniques but also unleash their boundless imagination and creativity, building their own wonderful world!
Course Content and Keywords
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Clay Relief Art Creation: Focus on creating a creative mirrow, building a mini world full of imagination.
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Self-Selected Theme Design: Students can design and create unique clay works based on their interests and imagination.
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Handcraft Skill Development: Enhance students.
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artistic and fine motor skills through clay crafting.
Dates
Session 1: June 29 - July 2 (4-Day Camp, No Camp on July 3 for Independence Day) $500
Session 2: July 6 - July 10 $580
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11 years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
Pottery Art Camp
陶土陶艺艺术营
The Pottery Art Camp is an exciting journey into the beauty of clay creation.
Upgraded Curriculum: Our instructors have undergone professional training and advanced studies, offering richer content and more refined techniques. With our expert pottery instructor Ms. Jessie, along with seasoned instructors Ms. Madhu and Ms. Mei, every student will receive professional guidance.
Upgraded Equipment: We have introduced advanced pottery equipment to provide students with a superior creative experience.
Practical Creations: This course will focus on creating a teacup, a mug, and a bowl—functional pieces that combine artistry with practicality, which students can take home to use or display.
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Clay Properties and History: Understand the properties of clay and the complete process of ceramic firing.
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Pottery Techniques: Learn basic pottery techniques and tool usage, including pinching, pulling, squeezing, and pounding.
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Tools and Glazes: Master the use of pottery tools and glazes.
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Design and Complete Pottery Works: Create three personalized pottery pieces (teacup, mug, bowl).
Dates
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Session 1: July 6 - July 10
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Session 2: July 13 - July 17
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11 years old
Castro Valley & Dublin Campus
Young Brand Creators Camp
文创品牌制造营
From Idea to Brand, Design Your Identity
The Young Brand Creators Camp invites students to turn their ideas into real, personal products. From developing a brand concept and designing a logo to exploring visual style and storytelling, children will learn how a simple idea can grow into something meaningful and tangible. Through hands-on creation and experimentation, students transform their graphics into wearable, collectible, and display-ready pieces — discovering how design can move beyond paper and into everyday life. By experiencing the full journey from concept to presentation, children build confidence, creative identity, and the excitement of launching their very own brand.
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Personal Brand Creation: Develop a unique brand concept and visual identity from scratch.
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Logo & Visual Design: Design original graphics and apply them across different creative formats.
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Hands-On Product Making: Transform designs into real, usable, and display-ready creations.
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Presentation & Showcase: Present finished works with confidence and share the story behind the brand.
Dates
Session 1: June 8 - June 12
Session 2: July 13 - July 17
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 4-6 and 7-11 years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
Digital Media Arts/ IPad Procreate
数字媒体艺术
Anime Creation Camp
At MindArt Studio, our Anime Creation Camp teaches you how to use iPad and Procreate to design anime characters and stories, from concept to finished scenes.
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Anime character design: proportions, expressions, costumes
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Scene and background drawing
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Procreate software techniques
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Storyboarding and narrative creation
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
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Need to bring an iPad and an Apple Pen
Graphic Design Camp
At MindArt Studio, our Graphic Design Camp will help you create visually impactful designs using iPad and Procreate.
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Basics of graphic design: typography, color, composition
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Logo and poster design
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Procreate software techniques
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Design thinking and creative expression
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
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Need to bring an iPad and an Apple Pen
GIF Animation Camp
At MindArt Studio, our GIF Animation Camp teaches you how to create lively and fun GIFs using iPad and Procreate.
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Basics and workflow of GIF animation
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Dynamic design of characters and scenes
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Procreate software techniques
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Exporting and sharing GIF artwork
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
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Need to bring an iPad and an Apple Pen
Digital Art: Environment & Scene Design Camp
At MindArt Studio, our Environment & Scene Design Camp teaches you how to create realistic or stylized scenes using iPad and Procreate.
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Scene composition and perspective techniques
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Lighting and atmosphere creation
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Procreate software techniques
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Drawing natural and urban environments
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
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Need to bring an iPad and an Apple Pen
Dates
Week 1:June 8 - June 12
Week 2: June 15 - June 19
Week 3: June 22 - June 26
Week 4: June 29 - July 2 (4-Day Camp, No Camp on July 3 for Independence Day)
Week 5: July 6 - July 10
Week 6: July 13 - July 17
Week 7:July 20 - July 24
Week 8:July 27 - July 31
Week 9:August 3 - August 7
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 7-9 years old, 9-11 years old, 11+ years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
Fine Arts & Competition Training
专业基础集训和比赛辅导
Portrait Drawing Camp
At MindArt Studio, our Portrait Drawing Camp dives deep into the art of capturing human expressions and emotions. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll learn how to create lifelike portraits using various mediums.
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Facial structure analysis and drawing techniques
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Capturing expressions and emotions
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Light, shadow, and shading techniques
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Creating portraits with pencils, charcoal, and colored pencils
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
Oil Painting & Color Theory Camp
At MindArt Studio, our Oil Painting & Color Theory Camp will help you master the rich textures and vibrant colors of oil painting. Learn color theory, and techniques, and create your own masterpiece.
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Color theory: color wheel, tones, contrast, and harmony
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Techniques: layering, blending, brushwork
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Creating still life, landscapes, and abstract oil paintings
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
Watercolor & Color Theory Camp
At MindArt Studio, our Watercolor & Color Theory Camp will help you explore the transparency and fluidity of watercolors. Learn color theory and techniques to create vibrant artworks, from landscapes, flowers, animals, and abstract themes.
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Color theory: color wheel, tones, contrast, and harmony
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Techniques: wet-on-wet, dry brush, gradients, and layering
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Creating natural and abstract themes
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Divided into two levels: beginner and advanced
Competition & AP Portfolio Training
Summer is the perfect time to enhance your skills and enrich your life. We offer intensive summer courses for students looking to improve their foundational skills, prepare for competitions, receive AP course guidance, and build their college application portfolios. Our program will help you refine your artistic skills and unleash your creativity and expressive potential.
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Portfolio Guidance: For students aiming to complete their portfolios and applications over one or two summers, we provide assistance in finalizing and reviewing portfolio content. We offer tailored advice based on the specific requirements of various U.S. design schools, including artwork selection and revision, formatting, and arrangement, and ensuring alignment with the expectations of different art and design universities.
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Competition Preparation: We offer professional guidance for students looking to participate in major art competitions and enhance their backgrounds. Our team provides strategic advice and planning for various competitions, laying a solid foundation for college applications.
Dates
Week 1:June 8 - June 12
Week 2: June 15 - June 19
Week 3: June 22 - June 26
Week 4: June 29 - July 2 (4-Day Camp, No Camp on July 3 for Independence Day)
Week 5: July 6 - July 10
Week 6: July 13 - July 17
Week 7:July 20 - July 24
Week 8:July 27 - July 31
Week 9:August 3 - August 7
Price: $580/week
Two groups: 7-9 years old, 9-11 years old, 11+ years old
Castro Valley and Dublin Campus
REFUND POLICY
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Cancel and get full refund within 24 hours of payment (No processing fee).
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100% refund till Apr 1st (minus a $25 processing fee per session canceled).
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75% refund till May 1st.
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50% refund till 2 weeks before your camp start date.
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No refund (or camp switches) within 2 weeks of your camp start date.
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If Mindart cancels due to state or county health orders or mandate, you will receive a 100% credit refund.
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If Mindart cancels for any other reason, you can choose a 100% check or credit refund.