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.
Who thrives here Ages 7–14
Forge Makerspace - Lightsaber Engineering (Jun 22–26) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right science/tech fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
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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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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