FAQ
does my child need to have cooking experience?
Our classes are welcoming to kids with or without cooking experience. We meet youngstirs where they are and work from there. A basic respect for - and appreciation of - cooking is all that is required.
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is Youngstirs good for both girls and boys?
Yep! We've intentionally designed our classes and brand to be gender-neutral. Girls and boys feel equally comfortable.
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how many kids are in each class?
There are typically 10-12 youngstirs in each class and they work mostly in pairs.
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what ages?
Youngstirs is designed for children ages 8-13.
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is it safe?
Absolutely! We don't mess around. Our studios and equipment are designed to prioritize safety, and your child will be taught proper kitchen safety in each class.
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can parents tag along?
For summer camps, we do not allow grown-ups.
For private parties, we allow an adult chaperone for no additional charge, but it's neither required nor encouraged.
For public classes, we allow parents to attend, but they are to be paid for just as any other guest.
No matter what, please respect our instructors' intentions to teach youngstirs to be independent and confident, which can be more difficult with grown-ups around.
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who teaches the classes?
Head over to the our team page to learn more about our awesome instructors.
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is it hands-on or demonstration?
Our classes are very hands-on. The youngstirs cook primarily in pairs, which creates an experience that is both interactive and collaborative. It's about 80% hands-on, 20% demonstration.
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what if my kid has allergies?
We do our best to avoid using common allergens, but sometimes they're inevitable, and we are by no means an allergen-free facility. If your child has common and/or severe food allergies, Youngstirs probably isn't a good fit for him or her.
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will my kid eat while he or she is there?
You bet! The kids have the opportunity to eat whatever they cook as a full meal. Additionally, all of our classes include healthy snacks at the beginning. And they can even take home leftovers!
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what if a child misbehaves?
Kids will be kids... we get that. But we have no tolerance for dangerous behavior, disrespect towards our staff or other children, and bullies. We will send your child home and refund your money as we see fit.