All I can say is Wow! My (almost 6 year old) son has always shown an interest in & propensity for…read moreart. So when it came time to enroll in summer camps, I searched through the multitude of art camps, almost ignoring Kids Artistic Sense because it is housed in the near-barren Westside Pavillion. I am so glad that I decided instead to go check it out in person. Such a pleasant surprise. A most beautiful (and clean!) facility focused on real art (not piles of papers & craft projects that you don't know what to do with). Other activities like Legos, clay/kinetic sand, even an area for ball play so kids can shake their wiggles out! The most warm & encouraging staff, led by Miss Sandra who truly knew my son after his first visit. We started with a one-day trial on Memorial Day & ended up signing up for 3 weeks of summer camp. (2 of which are already sadly done). My son cannot wait to go back in July for his 3rd week & we are trying to rearrange our schedule to add another week. It is that special! Check out the paintings he is most proud of! And go check it out for yourself :)

Our 7 year daughter has been taking art classes at Kids Artistic Sense for two years and she loves…read moreit. She looks forward to the classes every week. They do a great job of letting kids express themselves, and at the same time teaching them about different artists and techniques. We had her birthday party there this year and it was AMAZING. The kids had a ton of fun and created beautiful individual paintings and a group painting. I highly recommend it. The staff were so helpful and made the experience fun for everyone. Many of the parents and kids said how much they enjoyed it. We ordered food Frida's Tacos in the mall and the food was delicious. You can order from any restaurant you choose which is another plus. I can say enough great things about them. :) Aloka 4/6/18 update It's now been two more years and our daughter and son have been going to kids artistic sense. They had so much fun doing camp over spring break. I posted the most recent picture. It's such a flexible option for breaks as you can do the days that work with your scheuxls

This is my 6 year old's second summer at Steve and Kate's Mar Vista, and my 4 year old's first…read moresummer, and they both love it so much! There is a super fun new activity to look forward to each day of camp, such as a petting zoo, water play, magic show, bubble party, and so much more! They also have different themed rooms for their favorite activities, such as sewing, a game room, library, and baking. My daughters both excitedly show me their bakery item of the day they helped make! The hours are the best around, open from 8 am to 6 pm, with the flexibility to drop off and pick up at your convenience. They also serve lunch and snacks, so it is a super stress-free summer! I also really appreciate the staff, it truly shows how much they enjoy their jobs and show they care for the kiddos. I wish I had this type of camp when I was growing up! I am so grateful to Steve and Kate's Mar Vista and I highly recommend them!

My son loves Steve & Kate's camp. Molly, the Camp Director at Steve & Kate's Mar Vista location, is…read morevery welcoming and seems to remember the kids who attend her camp. I feel that she genuinely cares about the children, making sure they have a great time and are well taken care of. One day, my son missed a face-painting opportunity because I picked him up before his turn. He was very sad. After I told Molly about this, she arranged a face-painting session for him hte next day! He was so happy when he came home. I definitely recommend this camp and truly appreciate what they do.

My son just finished the BattleBots camp and Minecraft coding camp and he loved it. The secret…read moresauce is the counselors. They are all extremely smart and personable and skilled, finding these talented individuals is probably why rolling robots is so successful in addition to the curriculum. There is a very high ratio of counselor to student and very small class sizes, which gives it a much more personalized feel an individualized attention. My son says this is his favorite camp. Despite the small location, the quality is very high for content and experience.

We love Rolling Robots! Our son loved the challenge and fun that came with the building. Once he…read moregot to 4th/5th grade the were making mobile robots, programming, and competing. This is the future and if your child loves technology, this is the place to start!

We absolutely love Iverbe Day and Sports Camp! My 9-year-old son attends every year and always has…read moresuch an amazing time. The staff is incredibly nice, welcoming, and great with the kids. They have so many fun activities planned every day, so there is always something for the kids to look forward to. They also take field trips every other week, which my son loves! It gives me such peace of mind knowing that he is somewhere safe, having fun, staying active, and making great memories during the summer. He looks forward to going back every year, and I would definitely recommend Iverbe to any parent looking for a great summer camp for their child!

It's our 4th year at Iverbe and we highly recommend this camp, especially for kids who like sports…read more I also felt compelled to update my view after my 8 year old recently shared with me - "there's no bullying at Iverbe". I witnessed that firsthand when my kid enrolled in Iverbe's Sat morning basketball league as a total newbie and I noticed that none of his teammates ever picked on him for ... let's put it gently, "lacking skills". After the first game, my husband and I winced, raced off to buy basketballs and an air pump, and rolled our neighbor's hoop into our driveway for weekly practice. His loyal servants at his service! There's no fairytale ending here, but my son got a little better, and what I remember most is how playful the kids were during practice, letting each other learn at their own pace. No negative attitudes, no name-calling, no finger-pointing. Fortunately, my son reported the same experience at Iverbe's summer camp. As a parent, what stands out most is that Iverbe has created an emotionally safe environment for my child. It's well-run, the price is great, they provide free lunches, and my high-energy kid gets to burn off steam through sports.

Of course I always Yelp before I go anywhere but I found it interesting there were no recent…read morereviews for The Activity Center. We were invited to a 5 year old birthday party and it's a cool spot. There's lot of fun activities such as air hockey, basketball, a doll house. magnetic tiles, jumbo jenga tiles, foosball, a VR headset, an art room, big screen TV, and a crafts table. Yes, there's lots of stuff to run around and play with and to fit whatever interest your LO's heart desires. My LO just turned 3 so a lot of the games really weren't for her but she LOVES crafting so we spent most of the time at the craft table The art room looked cool but would be cramped if a bunch of kids ran in there There is a connected room with a long table where the kids eat and pizza and cake are served The owner and his family are super nice and helpful. One star off for no longer having a parking lot. My friend said it had been converted to an outdoor play area but we came on a day it had rained so maybe that's why it wasn't available for the party. Parking is a pain but persistence paid off and I found a spot two blocks down. Be careful of permit only parking areas I don't live in the area so I don't see myself coming often but it think it's a neat place to take your kids but I feel age 5 and over would appreciate it more

For less than $100/day per child, you can enroll your child in a day camp from 830am-5pm. They…read morealso have a 3pm or was it a 330pm option for less. You can also throw a bday party. I took 2 kids (not mine) age 7 to this camp. The facility is huge with different rooms, activity areas, and even a kitchen to make lunch as a group. The day the kids went, it was lasagna rolls. Before choosing this place, I looked at other day/summer camps like Zooga or options like Pamper N Play. I asked some questions via email and they were pretty fast in responding and being very helpful. Upon arriving, there were a couple kids who were "regulars" and all seemed happy and excited to be there. The facility looks like a very equipped community center/rec room. Clean, well maintained, a huge plethora of toys to keep a kid very busy. During the day they leave the venue to go to the beach, a local park, zip lining, etc. Seems very well run, organized, and they start the day off by having a meeting as a group to talk about the day's schedule and activities. I came to pick up the kids 15 min early and they were having such a good time, I let them play until it was time to go because they did not want to leave. Worth trying out to see if your kid enjoys it!

We had an excellent experience at Little Kitchen Academy from drop-off to pick-up. Since parents…read morearen't in the session, I can't personally speak to everything that happens during class, but based on what my daughter shared, she had an amazing time. She told me she learned what it's like to run a kitchen from A to Z, which was both fun and educational. When I picked her up, she was all smiles and couldn't wait to tell me about everything she had learned. The staff was professional, friendly, and did an incredible job working with the kids. It was clear they created a positive, engaging, and supportive environment. We're so excited for her next class and look forward to seeing her continue to learn and grow at Little Kitchen Academy!

This has to be one of my favorite things to take my son to and his friends. It has been such an…read moreamazing experience for them. The confidence he has gained in the kitchen, to cook with me, has been so much fun to see. He is only 5 and he is cracking eggs like a pro. I highly recommend checking this place out to give your kids a great opportunity to learn a new skill and join you in the kitchen at home!

My son looks forward to coming here every year. He always says it is one of his favorite parts of…read morethe summer.

The Best my kids loved it so Much ! It empowered them and…read morethe had a blast ! Thank you so much merci

Our family will always be incredibly grateful for our experience at Tocaloma Day Camp. It has truly…read morebeen one of the most special parts of our kids' childhoods. From the moment they arrived each summer, they were welcomed into such a positive, encouraging environment where they could try new things, build confidence, and just be kids. They've had the chance to do everything from archery to outdoor adventures, and every activity is approached with so much care and enthusiasm from the staff. What makes Tocaloma so special, though, is the heart behind it. It never feels like a big, impersonal program. The counselors genuinely know and care about the kids, and that creates such a warm, supportive atmosphere. Our children came home every day full of stories, laughter, and excitement for the next day. They've also made wonderful friendships that have lasted far beyond the camp days themselves. Tocaloma isn't just a summer camp -- it's a place where kids feel seen, encouraged, and inspired. We feel so lucky that our children got to grow up with this experience, and we will always be thankful for the memories and community it gave our family.

I'm coming back to update my review after our second Summer at Tocaloma. This year both my son and…read moredaughter went to camp and again it was a wonderful time for them. The first thing that stands out to me is the wonderful staff. You can see all the detail and thought that goes into the camp from the time you drop them off. Every staff member is uniquely caring and attentive. I am a teacher and I feel that I can spot good childcare workers pretty well. Even after the long hot days of summer camp, the staff was still friendly and helpful all the way through pick up! I loved seeing the diversity and representation on the staff as well. To me this is a kid's summer camp dream. There's no work or desks. This time isn't spent catching up or getting ready for the school year. It's a time for your children to play and experience so many things. They had themed spirit days and fun activities to go along with them. They did activities like giant soccer, age appropriate ax throwing, water polo, flag football, a silent disco dance, arts and crafts, Gaga (IYKYK), inflatable water slides, they swam daily, and more. The variety was wonderful to keep my kids engaged and interested. Another great summer at Tocaloma in the books! Thanks Tocaloma for making my kids' summer so special.

Gabby's doll house was fun and very interactive for my daughter and myself…read moreWe got to color make slime and play in different rooms...our guide was great kept our daughter engaged the whole time! We got to make slime at the end which was fun for all ages! Highly recommend bring water as the tour takes about 45 minutes

I have a love-hate relationship with this place. My daughter LOVED multiple secret door experiences…read morefor Gabbys dollhouse & Bluey but it was pretty expensive. And the slimes and crafts are fun but also super expensive at like $20, and they make it kind of annoying where u have to go to the back, wait in line and pay for the slime or craft and then come back to the front to do it. In addition, for crafts they want to know exactly what it is when we haven't decided yet. Also, it's basically a toy shop with tempting toys everywhere so my kid has a tantrum wanting some overpriced item every time we come here...

Beautiful Shabbat service, I really appreciated the prayers for Israel. I loved the community…read morespirit with the Torah readings and the Kohanim blessing was really special. Thank you!

I love this temple and it's community. It brings me much joy as I walk through this warm, Spritual…read morean educational place. My kids all went and graduated from Sinai Akiba academy. Besides being well educated, grow up to be good human beings and made many friends for life. Thank you Sinai Akiba Also, Sisterhood and Men's club is our to go places to be with our friends, do social services (Tikon Olam) and learn something new. So i definitely recommend this temple AM YIRAEL CHAY