iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA
Experience a week of STEM learning and summer fun at Carnegie Mellon University, a leading university in the country.
▌ Editor's read The iD Tech website loads as a legitimate camp discovery platform for their various STEM programs. The specific 'BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA' program is a day camp, part of iD Tech's broader offerings. iD Tech states they have been operating for 25 years and were founded by Pete Ingram-Cauchi. They explicitly mention a staff-to-student ratio of 1:8 and that all staff undergo background checks. The organization is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'iD Tech Camps' generally show a rating of 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging curriculum and knowledgeable instructors. Social media handles for Instagram (@idtechcamps) and Facebook (idtechcamps) are active and easily found on their website.
Who thrives here Ages 10–12
iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA 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 stem 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
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 10–12
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
- Phone: (888) 709-8324
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Starting at $1,099
↗ What parents like
- Experience a leading university
- Outdoor activities and breaks
- Balance of STEM and fun
↘ Watch for
- High cost at $1099
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA
- What ages does iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA accept?
- iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA is open to children ages 10–12. 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 iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA cost?
- iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA publishes $1,099/week for the standard session. That sits 85% above the $595 median for stem camps in Los Angeles — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA's hours?
- iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA?
- iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA is operated by a private business, with 25 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 iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA provide lunch?
- iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA 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.
- How does iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA compare to other stem camps in Los Angeles?
- iD Tech Camp - BattleBots with VEX Robotics at UCLA is one of 24 stem 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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