Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts
Galileo offers summer day camps with a focus on innovation, art, science, and outdoor activities for kids from pre-K...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Galileo website loads successfully and presents itself as a professional, established organization. The 'About Us' section indicates that the camp was founded by Glen Tripp and has been operating for 24 years, starting in 2002. The program type is clearly day camp, catering to various age groups including the 'Meteors' program for 6th-8th graders. The website states that 'All staff are background checked and trained in safety procedures,' indicating a commitment to safety. While the specific 'Custom Go Karts' program is not detailed on the main site, the overall camp focuses on innovation and hands-on learning. Camp Galileo has a strong online presence with an Instagram handle @campgalileo and a Facebook handle 'campgalileo'. Google reviews for 'Camp Galileo' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, across numerous locations, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory.
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Since 200224+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 11–14
Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. science/tech programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2002 (24 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 11–14
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: 10360 Ashton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
- Phone: (800) 854-3684
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $620/week ($100 materials fee included).
↗ What parents like
- Hands-on STEAM projects
- Develops innovation skills
↘ Watch for
- Pricey for some families
- Limited locations
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts
- What ages does Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts accept?
- Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts is open to children ages 11–14. 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 Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts cost?
- Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts publishes $620/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts's hours?
- Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts 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 Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts?
- Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts is operated by a private business, with 24 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 Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts provide lunch?
- Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts 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 Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts offer extended care?
- Yes — Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts offers extended care (AM 8-9, PM 3-6). 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 Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Camp Galileo Meteors (6-8): Custom Go Karts 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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