Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking
Lavner UCLA offers day camps in filmmaking and other tech/STEM subjects for ages 6-14 at the UCLA campus, focusing on hands-on learning and skill development.
▌ Editor's read The Lavner UCLA Filmmaking camp is a day camp for ages 6-14, part of the larger Lavner Camps and Programs organization. The website loads successfully and details various tech and STEM programs offered at the UCLA campus. Lavner Camps states they have been operating for 23 years, founded by Michael Lavner, and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Lavner Camps' generally show a rating of 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging instructors and diverse program offerings. The camp offers a variety of tech and STEM programs beyond filmmaking, including coding, robotics, and game design, indicating a broad focus on digital skills.
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Since 200323+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 8–12
Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking 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 arts/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
- 2003 (23 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts/Tech
- Ages: 8–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Address: 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
- Phone: (310) 988-2968
- Cost notes: $899/week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking
- What ages does Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking accept?
- Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking 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 Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking cost?
- Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking publishes $899/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking's hours?
- Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking 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 Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking?
- Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking is operated by a private business, with 23 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 Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking provide lunch?
- Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking 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 Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking offer extended care?
- Yes — Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking offers extended care (8-9 AM / 3-5:45 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 Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking compare to other arts/tech camps in Los Angeles?
- Lavner UCLA: Filmmaking is one of 20 arts/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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