New York Film Academy LA
New York Film Academy LA offers immersive summer camps in filmmaking, acting, photography, and other visual and performing arts for aspiring artists of all a...
▌ Editor's read The New York Film Academy LA website loads successfully and details various summer camps and workshops in filmmaking, acting, photography, and other arts. The academy was founded by Jerry Sherlock in 1992, indicating over 30 years of operation. It is a for-profit institution. The program type is primarily day camp, with options for various durations. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit mention of background checks for staff on the summer camp pages. Google reviews for 'New York Film Academy' (the broader institution) show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about the hands-on experience and quality of instruction. Social media handles found are @newyorkfilmacademy on Instagram and 'newyorkfilmacademy' on Facebook, both actively promoting their programs.
Who thrives here Ages 10–17
New York Film Academy LA 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 performing arts program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1996 (30 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Performing Arts
- Ages: 10–17
- Hours: Kids: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Teens: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Address: 3300 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505
- Phone: (818) 333-3558
- Cost notes: Not listed
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Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about New York Film Academy LA
- What ages does New York Film Academy LA accept?
- New York Film Academy LA is open to children ages 10–17. 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 New York Film Academy LA cost?
- New York Film Academy LA publishes $1,225/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $1,225 median for performing arts camps in Burbank. Not listed Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are New York Film Academy LA's hours?
- New York Film Academy LA runs Kids: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Teens: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs New York Film Academy LA?
- New York Film Academy LA is operated by a private business, with 30 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 New York Film Academy LA provide lunch?
- New York Film Academy LA 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 New York Film Academy LA compare to other performing arts camps in Burbank?
- New York Film Academy LA is one of 16 performing arts camps in Burbank 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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