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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 7–12

Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft

Los Angeles · $899/week · ★ 4.1 (9 reviews)

Lavner Camps at UCLA offers specialized day camps focusing on technology, sports, and creative arts, including a...

▌ Editor's read The Lavner Camps website loads successfully, detailing various summer programs at UCLA. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The 'About Us' page states that Lavner Camps has been operating for 23 years, founded by Michael Lavner. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal background checks and clearances. Lavner Camps offers day programs, with a focus on technology, sports, and creative arts. Google reviews for 'Lavner Camps' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents often praising the engaging activities and knowledgeable instructors. The specific 'National Tournament Week with Minecraft' program is a specialized offering within their broader tech camp curriculum. Social media handles include @lavnercamps on Instagram and 'lavnercamps' on Facebook, where they actively post updates and photos.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–12

Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft 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
2003 (23 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 7–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
  • Address: 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
  • Phone: (310) 988-2968
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $899-$899/week. There is a $79 annual registration fee.

↗ What parents like

  • Held at UCLA campus
  • Low staff to camper ratio

↘ Watch for

  • Lunch is an extra cost
  • No multi-week discount on 4-day weeks

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft

What ages does Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft accept?
Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft is open to children ages 7–12. 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: National Tournament Week with Minecraft cost?
Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft 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: National Tournament Week with Minecraft's hours?
Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft 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: National Tournament Week with Minecraft?
Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft 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: National Tournament Week with Minecraft provide lunch?
Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft 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: National Tournament Week with Minecraft offer extended care?
Yes — Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft offers extended care (8:00-9:00 AM ($10/day) and 3:00-5:45 PM ($28/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 Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Lavner UCLA: National Tournament Week with Minecraft 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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