Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13)
A deep dive into strategic gameplay, teamwork, and game analysis in a Minecraft Esports academy.
▌ Editor's read Club SciKidz Los Angeles operates as a day camp, offering various STEM programs for children aged 4-15, including the ESports Minecraft Academy. The parent company, Club SciKidz, was founded in 1997 by Frank and Mary Parrish, indicating 28 years of operation. The Los Angeles branch website states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified, with a nurse on-site for some locations. While not ACA accredited, the camp has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from over 100 Google reviews for the Los Angeles location, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable staff. The program focuses on hands-on learning, with specific details provided for each camp, such as the ESports Minecraft Academy's focus on game design, strategy, and competitive play.
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Since 199828+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–11
Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) 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 science/tech program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1998 (28 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Science/Tech
- Ages: 7–11
- Hours: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
- Phone: (310) 467-1171
- Cost notes: $549/week
↗ What parents like
- Learn strategic gameplay
- Focus on teamwork and communication
↘ Watch for
- No sessions currently available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13)
- What ages does Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) accept?
- Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) cost?
- Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) publishes $549/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13)'s hours?
- Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) runs 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13)?
- Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) is operated by a private business, with 28 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 Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) provide lunch?
- Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) 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 Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) offer extended care?
- Yes — Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) 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 Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Club SciKidz: ESports Minecraft Academy (Ages 9-13) 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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