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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 7–14

Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14)

Santa Monica · ★ 5.0 (7 reviews)

Forge Makerspace offers hands-on summer day camps in Santa Monica, focusing on woodworking, robotics, and other STEM-related custom projects for various age ...

▌ Editor's read The Forge Makerspace website loads as a real camp site, offering various summer day camps in Santa Monica. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The website details specific camps like 'Woodworking Custom Projects' and 'Robotics & Coding' for different age groups (6-9, 9-12, 12+). While the site mentions instructors, it does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or provide information about background checks for staff. Forge Makerspace has a Google review rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging projects and knowledgeable instructors. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity, focusing on STEM and creative skill development. Social media handles @forgemakerspace on Instagram and 'forgemakerspace' on Facebook are active, showcasing camp activities.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–14

Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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

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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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14)

What ages does Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) accept?
Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) cost?
Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14)'s hours?
Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14)?
Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) provide lunch?
Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) offer extended care?
Yes — Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) 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 - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) compare to other science/tech camps in Santa Monica?
Forge Makerspace - Woodworking Custom Projects (Aug 10–14) is one of 7 science/tech camps in Santa Monica 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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