Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26)
Forge Makerspace offers hands-on STEM summer camps in Santa Monica, focusing on engineering, robotics, and creative design for various age groups.
▌ Editor's read The Forge Makerspace website loads successfully and details various summer camp programs, including 'Lightsaber Engineering.' The camp is a day camp, offering full-day sessions from 9 AM to 3 PM. It appears to be a for-profit entity, operating a makerspace with educational programs. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific state licensing information. There is no explicit mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Forge Makerspace' (Santa Monica location) show a rating of 4.9 stars from 30 reviews, with parents praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable instructors. Social media handles found are @forgemakerspace on Instagram and 'forgemakerspace' on Facebook, both actively showcasing camp activities and projects.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 7–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
- Address: 2341 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
- Phone: (424) 766-1981
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26)
- What ages does Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) accept?
- Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) is open to children ages 7–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) cost?
- Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26)'s hours?
- Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) runs 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26)?
- Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) provide lunch?
- Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- Does Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) offer extended care?
- Yes — Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) offers extended care (3:00 PM - 4:15 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) is one of 525 science/tech camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
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