Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball
Specialty baseball and softball camp for ages 6-14, focusing on skill development and game play.
▌ Editor's read Saken Sports Camp operates as a day camp in Los Angeles, specializing in baseball and softball for children aged 5-13. The camp has been in operation for over 20 years, founded by David Saken, and focuses on skill development, sportsmanship, and fun. The website details a typical day including warm-ups, skill stations, drills, and games. While the website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing, it does provide clear program information and a detailed FAQ section. Google reviews for 'Saken Sports Camp' show a rating of 4.9 stars from 10 reviews, with parents praising the coaching quality and positive environment. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @sakensports and a Facebook page 'sakensports', which are actively updated with camp photos and information. There is no explicit mention of staff background checks on the website.
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Since 200620+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–14
Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball 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 sports 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
- 2006 (20 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Sports
- Ages: 6–14
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (full day) or 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (half day)
- Address: Various locations in Los Angeles, CA
- Phone: (310) 204-1980
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $575/week full day, $350/week half day.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball
- What ages does Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball accept?
- Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball 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 Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball cost?
- Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball publishes $495/week for the standard session. That sits 10% below the $550 median for sports camps in Los Angeles, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. $575/week full day, $350/week half day. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball's hours?
- Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (full day) or 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (half day). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball?
- Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball is operated by a private business, with 20 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 Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball provide lunch?
- Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball 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 Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball compare to other sports camps in Los Angeles?
- Saken Sports Camp - Specialty Baseball/Softball is one of 158 sports 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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