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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 7–14

Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19)

Los Angeles · ★ 5.0 (7 reviews)

Forge Makerspace offers hands-on STEM summer camps in Santa Monica, focusing on projects like RC car building, robotics, and coding for various age groups.

▌ Editor's read The Forge Makerspace website loads as a real camp site, detailing various summer camp programs for different age groups (6-8, 9-11, 12-14). The 'RC Car Build & Race' camp is specifically mentioned, indicating a hands-on, project-based learning approach. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. There is no mention of state licensing or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The owner type appears to be for-profit, operating out of a dedicated makerspace. Google reviews for 'Forge Makerspace' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable staff. Social media handles include @forgemakerspace on Instagram and 'forgemakerspace' on Facebook, both actively updated with camp activities and projects. The website does not explicitly mention background checks for staff.
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Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
Operator
Private business

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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. Exact amount managed through HiSawyer portal. Previous years ~$650/week + materials fee.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19)

What ages does Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) accept?
Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) 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 - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) cost?
Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Early bird pricing available; prices increase as spots fill. Exact amount managed through HiSawyer portal. Previous years ~$650/week + materials fee. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19)'s hours?
Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) 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 - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19)?
Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) 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 - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) provide lunch?
Yes — Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) offer extended care?
Yes — Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) 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 - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Forge Makerspace - RC Car Build & Race (Jun 15–19) 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.

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