PAW — Photography Camp
Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) offers day camps in Los Angeles, providing immersive experiences in various...
▌ Editor's read The Performing Arts Workshops (PAW) website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. The 'About Us' page states the camp has been operating for 36 years, founded by Jay Skelton. It is a for-profit organization offering day camps. The website explicitly mentions that 'All PAW staff are background checked and fingerprinted through the Department of Justice and FBI,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not listed, the camp emphasizes experienced instructors. PAW is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'Performing Arts Workshops' show a strong 4.9-star rating from 116 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and positive experiences for their children. Social media handles for Instagram (@performingartsworkshops) and Facebook (performingartsworkshops) are active.
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Since 199036+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–14
PAW — Photography Camp 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 performing arts 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
- 1990 (36 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Performing Arts
- Ages: 6–14
- Hours: 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Address: 10390 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Phone: (310) 827-8827
- Email: [email protected]
↗ What parents like
- Learn composition and lighting
- Create a portfolio
↘ Watch for
- Must provide own camera
- No lunch provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about PAW — Photography Camp
- What ages does PAW — Photography Camp accept?
- PAW — Photography Camp is open to children ages 6–14. 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 PAW — Photography Camp cost?
- PAW — Photography Camp publishes $545/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $545 median for performing arts camps in Los Angeles. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are PAW — Photography Camp's hours?
- PAW — Photography Camp runs 8:30 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 PAW — Photography Camp?
- PAW — Photography Camp is operated by a private business, with 36 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 PAW — Photography Camp provide lunch?
- PAW — Photography Camp 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 PAW — Photography Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — PAW — Photography Camp offers extended care (Sunrise 8-8:45 AM, Extended 3:10-5 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 PAW — Photography Camp compare to other performing arts camps in Los Angeles?
- PAW — Photography Camp is one of 128 performing arts 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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