UCLA Bruins on Water
Offers a variety of sports and games for ages 4-14 at multiple locations in Los Angeles.
▌ Editor's read The UCLA Bruins on Water camp website (recreation.ucla.edu/summercamps) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer programs. The camp is operated by UCLA Recreation, indicating a university ownership structure. While specific Google reviews for 'UCLA Bruins on Water' were not readily available, UCLA Recreation generally holds a strong reputation. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a level of safety for participants. The program is a day camp, with activities taking place at the UCLA Marina Aquatic Center. Social media handles found include @uclarecreation on Instagram and UCLARecreation on Facebook. The camp offers various water sports including sailing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding for youth aged 8-17, with different sessions tailored to age and experience. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 7–10
UCLA Bruins on Water 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 water sports program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Water Sports
- Ages: 7–10
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (drop-off 8:30-9:00, programming 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, pick-up 3:00-4:00)
- Address: 14001 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
- Phone: (310) 206-4000
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $425/week. Varies by location and program.
↗ What parents like
- Flexible scheduling
- Multiple locations
↘ Watch for
- No lunch provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about UCLA Bruins on Water
- What ages does UCLA Bruins on Water accept?
- UCLA Bruins on Water is open to children ages 7–10. 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 UCLA Bruins on Water cost?
- UCLA Bruins on Water publishes $425/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are UCLA Bruins on Water's hours?
- UCLA Bruins on Water runs 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (drop-off 8:30-9:00, programming 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, pick-up 3:00-4:00). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs UCLA Bruins on Water?
- UCLA Bruins on Water is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does UCLA Bruins on Water provide lunch?
- UCLA Bruins on Water 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 UCLA Bruins on Water offer extended care?
- Yes — UCLA Bruins on Water offers extended care alongside the main program day. 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 UCLA Bruins on Water compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?
- UCLA Bruins on Water is one of 49 water sports 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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