Camps / Los Angeles – UCLA

University of
California - Los Angeles

Program Overview

Juniors

Ages 7 – 10

Youths

Ages 11 – 14

Seniors

Seniors

Ages 15 – 17

Tamwood Summer Camps at UCLA

The question in Los Angeles is never what to do, but where to begin. Los Angeles is home to many famous attractions – your choices include amusement parks, architectural landmarks, art museums and galleries, beaches, parks, and shopping, to name a few.

Specialized Camps

Tamwood Summer Camps is located at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). It is located in the residential area of Westwood and bordered by Bel-Air, Beverly Hills and Brentwood. Its central Los Angeles location makes it the perfect place for this summer camp which is so rich in sightseeing excursions.

Ages 14+

Film Camp

Locations:
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

 

Skill Level: No prior filmmaking experience is required, but students should be creative, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. An intermediate or advanced level of English is required, as well as any modern smartphone capable of filming with sufficient storage.

 

This engaging course offers students a comprehensive yet entertaining introduction to the art of cinematography. By the end of the course, you’ll walk away with an appreciation for the art of cinematography and the skills to create stunning visual content using just your phone.

Camp Overview
  • Campers will explore the fundamentals of filmmaking, including storytelling, directing, cinematography, and editing. Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and skill-building activities, they will develop their creativity and technical abilities.

    All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and gain valuable experience in film production!

Features
  • In partnership with Centre for Entertainment Arts

  • Course Duration: 2 weeks

  • Schedule: 4 times a week

Start Dates 2025

June 29

July 13

July 27

Ages 15 – 17

Camp Leaders in Training

Locations:
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

 

Skill Level: No skills required but students should be healthy, active, enjoy outdoor activities.

 

Campers will take part in training, skill development, personal growth, and mentorship; All Leaders will receive a Certificate of Completion, a director’s review, and develop other skills!

Camp Overview

The Counsellor-in-Training Level 1 (CLIT 1) program is the perfect opportunity for passionate teens who have loved their time with us and are eager to embrace leadership roles. This dynamic program empowers former campers to develop vital leadership skills, from team management and conflict resolution to creative activity planning.

Features
  • Better communication
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Goal setting and planning
  • Enhanced self-esteem
  • Further critical thinking
Leadership Pathway
  • Three-summer pathway to a paid job at Tamwood camps!

    Leadership 1 – 2 Weeks (16 Y/O)
    First year of Leadership 1 skills and training, 2 week program

    Leadership Diploma – 8 Weeks in Class (18 Y/O)
    Second year program of Leadership at Tamwood, 2 week program

    Paid Camps Counsellor Job at Tamwood Camps
    Third year, July and August as a camp counsellor at Tamwood camps

Start Dates 2025

June 29

July 13

July 27

Your Los Angeles Experience

Tamwood Summer Camps is located at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). It is located in the residential area of Westwood and bordered by Bel-Air, Beverly Hills and Brentwood. Its central Los Angeles location makes it the perfect place for this summer camp which is so rich in sightseeing excursions.

Select Your Start Date

June 29

Week 1

July 06

Week 2

July 13

Week 3

July 20

Week 4

July 27

Week 5

August 03

Week 6

August 10

Week 7

July 06

Week 1

July 13

Week 2

July 20

Week 3

July 27

Week 4

August 03

Week 5

August 10

Week 6

July 13

Week 1

July 20

Week 2

July 27

Week 3

August 03

Week 4

August 10

Week 5

July 20

Week 1

July 27

Week 2

August 03

Week 3

August 10

Week 4

July 27

Week 1

August 03

Week 2

August 10

Week 3

Excursions

Tamwood Camps offers children ages 7-17 the opportunity to learn, discover, and achieve! Campers learn curiosity, creative thinking, global mindedness, tolerance, resilience, cross-cultural communication skills, leadership and collaboration.

Accommodation

Double and triple rooms, shared washrooms on each floor, floor lounge. Genders are separated.

Ready to Start Your
Adventure With Tamwood?