We can't say enough wonderful things about Josh and the entire beach camp team! In Redondo Beach…read more.They are truly the sweetest, most patient, kind, and fun group of people, and it's so clear how much they genuinely care about the kids. We've been doing this camp for the past five years, and every summer, my son looks forward to it more than anything. It has become such a special part of his summer, and that's because of the amazing counselors who make every day so fun, welcoming, and memorable. A very special thank you to Josh for being so wonderful with the kids and for making this camp such a happy place for them. We are going to miss you so much and are already looking forward to seeing you again next year! Thank you for another incredible summer!

A friend recommended this camp for my son and we decided to try it out this summer. It was epic! My…read moreson had so much fun! The atmosphere at the camp is very positive. All coaches knew his name by end of day 1. He enjoyed playing games, Thursday tie-die and Friday talent show. He made some new friends and had a really good experience. I like that they post pictures and videos on Instagram throughout the day and they sent me couple of pictures of my son! The staff was responsive on text and Instagram and the counselors really seem to care about the kids having fun at the camp. He told me he wants to go back next year!

WE LOVE Canterbury! As a family that isn't originally from the LA area, finding a place that felt…read morewelcoming and supportive was so important to us -- and this place has truly felt like home! From the very beginning, Ms Eula and her team have been incredibly kind, patient, and intentional. They have really taken the time to get to know our children to make them feel safe, supported, and encouraged every step of the way. Our oldest son went here first, and we have seen so much growth in him! So much so, that the moment our youngest son was old enough, we sent him too! We are beyond grateful to have found Canterbury Academy and feel so lucky that our kids are able to learn and grow in a place like this. Highly recommend to any family looking for a loving and nurturing and environment!

I can't say enough good things about Canterbury Academy! From the moment I enrolled my daughter,…read morewe've been met with a warm, welcoming community that truly cares & loves the kids. Ms. Eula and her staff are passionate, patient, and go above and beyond to ensure each child thrives academically and socially. The curriculum is well-balanced, blending strong academics with creative activities that keep students engaged and excited to learn. Communication with parents is excellent, & I always felt informed and included in my daughter's education. Canterbury Academy will forever be family!! I highly recommend any parent looking for a trusted, nurturing, & amazing early educational experience!

My two active boys (ages 5 and 8) loved Galileo. We decided to do the whole package - before care,…read morelunch and after care and they loved it all. Caring staff, engaging projects and silly songs - something about a rubber chicken. It has been about 6 months since Camp and we are saving up for next summer so the boys can return. The South Pas site has a shaded playground which was an added bonus. I also really appreciated the customer service representatives. Since it was our first time, I called a number of times asking all sorts of questions and they were able to respond quickly and professionally. We signed up during the Memorial Day first time camper promo and also got refer-a-friend credit which was a plus.

Galileo in 2020 collected Summer Camp tuition and claimed the Emergency Loan, then file Chapter 11…read more& never paid any of the families back a dime. They stole my money and money if other family and friends. It's so sad they can do this and continue as nothing happened. They received everyone's full tuition and emergency loans some of which they didn't have to repay and then filed for chapter 11. Please beware. I can provide proof of payment and the other information is available as public records. Let me know if you need proof.

My son did two weeks of camp here this past summer. He really enjoyed it mostly for the goodies…read morethey get to take home. The counselors we had weren't too friendly to me but as long as they take care of my kid I guess that's ok. They seemed to build a lot of knick knacks -- little marble roller coaster, a little night light type thing, etc, that they get to bring home at the end of the week. Just a tip, if you are absent one day they will not refund you but you are entitled to whatever they built that day. We had to miss a day and told them ahead of time so we could get the materials to build at home. They do their science thing for an AM session, then lunch and play time outside (they play games like freeze tag), and then the PM science session. I did have the same issue as the previous reviewer. I don't like that you can't get a hold of anyone at the camp in case of emergencies. You just have the general 800 number. My son says he enjoyed it so I don't regret it but what with the plethora of camp choices around I'm not sure just yet if this one warrants another summer.

I had same experience as previous reviewer. The staff is not friendly and without much experience…read more I registered my two kids for this camp for a week. On the first day, it's hard to find the location. I followed the instruction they sent in an email and asked to look for yellow sign. But it's very hard to find that yellow sign along the street and hidden in the back. In the email they also mentioned that there would be teachers to pick up, it turned out no teacher. When we finally found it, a coupe of high school students were helping sign in. But they were lack of experience, so we were just waiting for a long time. I also had the same concern as previous reviewer. If there is any emergency, it will be a concern because they play freeze tag in a empty place that close to the building. I definitely will not send my kids in next time due to all the above reasons since it's looks to me it's not well organized. Even the kid may be have some fun to build a couple of fun stuff, there are many other choices of other camps better than this. I saw some high ratings of previous reviews, but it was written 9-10 years ago. Many info is out of date. They don't provide extended care now

BEST WEDDING VENUE EVER!…read more My husband and I dreamed of a wedding where everyone could stay together onsite, immersed in nature, with no worries about driving after a night of fun, and Camp Osito Rancho made that dream a reality. Our families stayed in the health center, lodge, and electrified cabins, while our friends embraced the adventure of summer cabins and tents. The venue offers so many stunning spaces, from the spacious dining hall for meals to the stage/amphitheater with fire pits--perfect for s'mores and late-night stories. We exchanged vows at the top of a hill near the outdoor pavilion, with a gorgeous backdrop of pine trees and a view of Big Bear Lake in the distance. We were able to offer our guests camp activities like archery and a pool day, as well as had room to setup other activities like craft tables and lawn games. The biggest perk was the complete freedom to choose our own vendors, allowing us to create a truly personalized experience (huge shoutout to Scratch Kitchen for catering--our guests still rave about the food). We spent a year making signs, collecting décor, buying solar lights, and crafting to transform this Girl Scout camp into a full-blown wedding festival. If you're up for planning the details, this venue is the ultimate blank canvas. Last but not least, the Camp Osito Rancho team is absolutely amazing. A huge thanks to Angel for her help throughout the year, Ryan for his help throughout the weekend, and to Gerardo for the tour that sold us from the start. For a wedding that feels like an unforgettable getaway, this place is pure magic

Amazing camp!! Came with sweet elite Girl Scouts 2020. My daughter canoed, rode horses, zip lined,…read morelearned archery. So many activities. Well worth the work. Beautiful campsite.

Camp Whittle is owned and operated by the Los Angeles YMCA and has an excellent sleep away summer…read moreand winter camp program for kids of all ages in Big Bear Lake! My child has gone for years and has enjoyed learning so much from so many incredible staff!! I highly recommend camp whittle for children of all ages even teenagers looking to learn how to be a camp counselor!! Camp whittle gets kids away from iPhones and into the forest where they have fun and make friends!!!!

Not happy with this year camp. Please refer to East Valley YMCA yelp page for detail experience…read morereview.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at the Gardena YMCA Preschool! Enrolling our 2-year-old…read moredaughter here has been a great decision. ​A huge part of her positive experience is thanks to her incredible teacher, Ms. Ebony. She is remarkably attentive, nurturing, and deeply supportive of my daughter's personal milestones. Under her guidance, we've seen incredible growth in our daughter--especially when it comes to building independence, learning how to cooperatively play and share with her peers, and building the focus needed during circle time. ​It has been so rewarding to watch our little one grow in confidence every single day she attends school. She has blossomed socially and emotionally, which means the world to us. We are so grateful to Ms. Ebony and the team for providing such a warm, enriching environment for our family!

We love it this review is long over due. Great staffing…read more Some of the same faces we are very happy year after year. Clean in the gym & bathroom are kept. When it's hot the kids have shade. Great classes & youth group & swimming just wish swimming was longer than 30 minutes for the kids. Water temp always spot on.

Great experience taking a throwing class. Our instructor Chanté was an excellent teacher. She kept…read morethe whole class engaged and made sure we all hear a great time.

My wife and I took the beginner pottery class at Good Dirt LA with Amber, and it was such a great…read moreexperience. We had an absolute blast from start to finish. Amber made the class really fun and approachable--she's incredibly knowledgeable but explains everything in a way that makes you feel comfortable, even if it's your first time touching clay. The studio itself is beautiful--clean, welcoming, and just a really cute, inspiring space to create in. You can tell a lot of thought went into the vibe of the place. It made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this class for anyone looking to try something new, have a fun date, or just get creative. We'll definitely be back!

Last Summer was our first year sending our son and he absoulutely loved it. By the end of the…read moresummer he was already asking if he could return next year (which is this summer). Hes never wanted to go to summer camp and we finally were able to convince him to go. So glad we sent him Create in the Lab. He'll definitely be there this year!!

This summer camp is the best. My son attended this camp last year at 5 years old. He had an amazing…read moretime. My son has a very solid and strong academic background and I wanted his learning to continue throughout the summer. I also wanted my son to have a summer and also have fun. Create in the Lab allowed that to happen. They provided many activities that included hands on, critical thinking, problem solving and relationship building. My son was comfortable and loved going everyday. As a mom taking him everyday that made me feel amazing. I was very pleased with the camp. My son is 6 now and he will be there this year. Look no more parents. This is the camp to beshout out to the lovely Mrs. Artia and staff.

I cannot BELIEVE I didn't leave a review for this gem of a place! So my husband actually found this…read moreplace and suggested it for our daughter's 6th birthday. I contacted the owners, Terri and Sarah, and they were so incredibly gracious! They invited me over to check out the space. I really like the layout of this art studio because it's divided into different sections/rooms. One room would be where the kids do their sketching, and then another room is where the kids would take their sketching to go paint. The third room is where you can put all the food for your party and they have an awesome patio area that's right next to the food room where parents can also hang out while the kids can sketch and paint for the instructor in the other rooms. There were 19 kids total and it was so nice not to have the parents stand behind their kiddos the entire time to watch them paint because there's no where to go!! All of the parents told me they had NO IDEA this place existed. Because it's on Artesia , which is quite a busy street that people take to get from one place to the next it's really not the kind of place that people stroll around on. Sarah and Terri will work with you on what kind of theme/ sketch to guide the kids. It was an amazing party! Everyone loved it! And my daughter said it was the best birthday ever! Yay! Success! If you're planning a birthday for your little one! BOOK THIS PLACE!!! Cheers!!

My two children attended camp at SBAD for one week during the summer. My biggest regret was not…read morebooking more weeks. My son, aged 5 (who I was worried wouldn't be able to sit still), learnt so much about different artistic methods. SBAD focus on a different topic/theme each day so the children have plenty of time to be creative and really think about what they would like to make. My daughter, aged 7 loved going each day and came home with some stunning pieces of art. She also LOVED the teachers who are not only skilled artistically, but are genuinely kind people who make all the children feel welcome and at home. This is the only camp (ever!) that my son and daughter have attended and been very grumpy that I only booked one week! Needless to say, we will be returning for the Thanksgiving camp!