Usher has enjoyed phenomenal success, and now he's looking to give back by opening a summer camp to help young entertainers-in-training.

The singer whose last album, Confessions, was certified 8-times platinum in the U.S., and sold 11 million copies worldwide, recently opened Camp New Look, an Atlanta program for youth in his native city. 

The camp caters to approximately 150 campers aged 8 to 18, and operates out of the historic Black college Clark Atlanta University.

For two weeks youngsters focus on either singing, dancing, or basketball and learn about the respective industries.

"This is truly about learning the business side," the 26-year-old superstar said. "You're not going to learn it all overnight, but maybe, just maybe, you'll learn enough to change your life."

Activities include panels and discussion sessions with agents, managers and sports executives to learn the financial side of entertainment and sports. Guest teachers will include Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony and Atlanta Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall.

Usher is co-owner of the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers.

The campers also get to put their new found knowledge into action on July 23, when they are expected to coordinate a charity celebrity basketball game and headline the halftime show.

The camp, Usher said, will be the first of many summers where kids are pushed to aim higher than just playing for a basketball team, but owning one.

As previously reported, Usher announced that he was taking 2005 off from performing to focus on business. According to Newsday, he is currently being followed by a camera crew, but there is no confirmation as to whether a reality show is in the works.