Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 8–12 · $625/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 8–12

reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice)

Los Angeles · $625/week · ★ 4.7 (52 reviews)

Bring wildest ideas to life using wood, plastic, metal, and fabric.

▌ Editor's read The reDiscover Center's Tinkering Camp website loads successfully, detailing a day camp program for ages 6-12 focused on creative reuse and STEM. The organization, a non-profit, has been operating for 20 years, founded by Alison Kaplan. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'reDiscover Center' show a strong 4.9-star rating from 117 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging, creative, and educational environment. The camp's program includes activities like woodworking, electronics, and textile arts, promoting problem-solving and critical thinking. Social media handles are @rediscovercenter on Instagram and 'rediscovercenter' on Facebook, showcasing their projects and activities.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) 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
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 12958 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
  • Phone: (310) 393-3636
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $625/week. Early-bird (before March 15): 10% off. Multi-person: $50 off. Multi-week: $50 off (2 weeks), $100 off (3 weeks). Sliding-scale financial aid available.

Runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 9 sessions (9 one-week), from Jun 8 to Aug 14.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 8 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 2 Jun 15 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $500
  • Session 3 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 4 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 5 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 6 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 7 Jul 27 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 8 Aug 3 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $625
  • Session 9 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $625

↗ What parents like

  • Variety of materials
  • 5:1 camper-to-facilitator ratio

↘ Watch for

  • Higher cost than Cardboard Camp

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice)

What ages does reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) accept?
reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) is open to children ages 8–12. 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 reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) cost?
reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) publishes $625/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice)'s hours?
reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) 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 reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice)?
reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 20 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 reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) provide lunch?
reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) 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 reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) offer extended care?
Yes — reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) offers extended care (3:00 PM - 5:00 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.
Does reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) offer financial aid?
Yes — reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
How does reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
reDiscover Center - Tinkering Camp (Venice) 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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