Pinnovate DIY Studio
A creative DIY studio offering various art and craft projects for children in a fun and engaging environment.
▌ Editor's read The website, pinnovate.ca, loads successfully and details a DIY studio offering various creative activities. Pinnovate was established in 2017, as indicated by their 'About Us' section. They operate as a for-profit business, offering drop-in sessions, workshops, and party bookings. The studio is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, not the US as initially categorized. Their Instagram handle is @pinnovate and their Facebook handle is PinnovateDIYStudio, both actively showcasing their projects and events. There is no indication of ACA accreditation, state or provincial licensing for a camp, or specific staff-to-camper ratios as it functions more as an art studio than a traditional camp. The website does not mention background checks for staff.
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Pinnovate DIY Studio fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given arts program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2019 (7 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 137 Mahogany Plaza SE, Calgary, AB T3M 2P8, Canada
- Phone: (587) 755-0200
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Pinnovate DIY Studio
- What ages does Pinnovate DIY Studio accept?
- Pinnovate DIY Studio is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Pinnovate DIY Studio cost?
- Pinnovate DIY Studio publishes $300/week for the standard session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Pinnovate DIY Studio's hours?
- Pinnovate DIY Studio runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Pinnovate DIY Studio?
- Pinnovate DIY Studio is operated by a private business, with 7 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Pinnovate DIY Studio provide lunch?
- Pinnovate DIY Studio 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.
- How does Pinnovate DIY Studio compare to other arts camps in Calgary?
- Pinnovate DIY Studio is one of 9 arts camps in Calgary 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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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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