Kids ages 6-11 are welcome to drop in to our self-guided makerspace where we learn by doing. Explore creative hands-on ways to design, experiment, and make. All materials provided, just bring your imagination. No ticket or registration required.
Dream it, build it, wreck it, repeat in LEGO®-inspired summer camps! Explore the worlds of Super Heroes, Dinosaurs, Minecraft, Batman and more in Bricks 4 Kidz themed classes. Kids learn science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts while building and playing with LEGO® materials. Design complex machines and battle your creations. CAMP THEME: LEGO MINING...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Strawbees Construction & Robotics In this updated version of our popular Strawbees camp, creations come alive with the power of robotics! Strawbees is an intuitive and fun build system allowing students to construct all manner of structures using simple drinking straws. In this updated version of the camp, Strawbees builds come alive...
(AM - JUNIORS) Jurassic Journey Dino Camp Campers will be traveling millions of years back in time to the prehistoric age of the dinosaurs! These magnificent and mysterious creatures never fail to engage students, as we dive into learning about dinosaurs like triceratops, pterodactyls, and of course the famous Tyrannosaurus Rex! Campers will learn about...
(AM - JUNIORS) Marble Mania Physics Camp The campers will master physics concepts like gravity, energy, and kinetics as they watch marbles wind their way through the twists and turns of custom marble run tracks. This popular hands-on and screen-free camp is fun and interesting for all ages, but the kid-friendly build kits used are...
(AM - APPRENTICE) LEGO Spike Prime Robotics We're excited to announce our newest robotics camp featuring the cutting-edge LEGO Spike Prime robotics platform. Used in classrooms and robotics competitions worldwide, LEGO Spike Prime is the current gold standard for educational robotics. Whether your child is looking to engage with robotics as a hobby, to gain...
(AM - JUNIORS) Botzee Robotics: Build, Code & Play In this newly-updated version of our Botzees Robotics camp, kids will have fun building, coding, and customizing their own Botzees Robots. From programmable trucks, to robotic musical monkeys, campers will have a blast constructing and controlling their creations. The Botzees platform uses block coding and augmented...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Flight Lab: The Science of Drones Take to the skies with our STEM-specific educational drones! Campers will master the physics principles which make drone flight possible, and will also gain coding skills as they program their drone's flight paths to complete a series of challenges. Using a safety-first approach, students will learn...
(AM - APPRENTICE) CAD Creators: 3D Printing & Design Campers will imagine, design, and print their very own 3-D materials in this fun and engaging camp. First, campers will examine the world around them and begin thinking of practical and unique uses for 3-D printing technology. With their ideas in mind, they'll then learn the...
(AM - JUNIORS) Cityscape Creators Camp What are engineers? What do they do and how do they do it? In this kid-favorite program, campers will learn all about civil engineering, design, and the process engineers use to solve some pretty big problems. They will use our large architecture blocks to work through several building challenges...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Electronics & Circuitry Camp Electrical engineering requires creativity, logic, abstract thinking, problem solving, and resource management. Why not help kids develop these skills in a fun, hands-on environment, while they gain a greater understanding of the electronic devices they use everyday? Our new Electronics And Circuitry Camp uses kid-friendly (and kid-safe) Snap...
(AM - JUNIORS) Colorful Chemistry Lab Art and science unite in Colorful Chemistry Camp! Using a series of fun, hands-on experiments, campers will explore the scientific and chemical basis of the world around them. The youngsters will explore colors, fluids, nature, and chemical reactions as they are taught how to ask questions and find answers...
(AM - JUNIORS) Earth Science Detectives Camp In this exciting new camp offering, younger campers will become earth-science detectives - tasked with interpreting the clues of the natural world around them. In a series of experiments and hands-on puzzles, campers will learn to identify crystals and minerals, will gain map reading skills, and will learn...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Build & Code with Edison Robotics Using the Edison platform, campers can design and build a series of programmable robots - from rubber band cannons, to cranes, to their own imaginative creations. Students will focus on teamwork and creative problem solving as they tackle a series of design challenges, and their robots...
(AM - JUNIORS) Vehicle Visionaries Workshop Take a closer look at the vehicles we use everyday: cars, bikes, trains, and boats! Learn what makes them move and how their designs can be changed to accommodate a renewable future. Figure out how to combat ocean pollution as the captain of your own boat or discover what...
(AM - APPRENTICE) RoboSports Challenge w/ LEGO EV3 Welcome to the LEGO Robot Olympics! In this course, students will create and program their robots to complete a series of sports-related challenges. Teams will use various motors and sensors to create robots for basketball, hockey, a tug-of-war, and sumo wrestling. The course will require a combination...
(AM - APPRENTICE) Everything is Awesome: LEGO Stop Motion Learn to make stop-motion videos with the LEGO pieces kids already love! This updated version of our stop-motion course covers all of the skills and tricks needed to produce expert-level stop motion videos. Campers will first learn the basics of stop motion movement. Then, they'll learn...
(AM - JUNIORS) Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics The Root Coding Robot was created by the same company famous for the Roomba vacuum. The Root's kid-friendly coding interface helps younger campers learn the basics of robotic programming. The Root can be programmed to move, light up, play sound, and even draw various geometric...
(AM - APPRENTICE) VEX Robotics BattleBots: Teamwork, Engineering, and Design VEX is the world's foremost competitive robotics program. Students from grade schools to universities use VEX to build not only their technical expertise, but also important life skills like teamwork, communication, and project management. Customized for a stress-free camp setting, our "BattleBots" VEX robotics camp...
This camp for grades 6 – 8 engages students in hands-on activities that teach the Engineering Design Process through fun engineering challenges. Students will design, build, test, and improve their ideas while developing problem-solving, teamwork, and creative thinking skills. Through these activities, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of how engineers tackle real-world problems and explore...
The ultimate showdown is here! BattleBots® combines the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. Grab your goggles and get ready to build a robot from scratch before battling in the arena. Following design standards set by tech experts at BattleBots®, you'll bring your idea to life by brainstorming, workshopping, and...
Transform the vivid designs of your dreams into physical reality with the latest in 3D printing technology! Start with a foundation in 3D modeling—sketch ideas and build them from scratch with Blender, an expansive 3D software used by professionals across the gaming and film industries. After adding the finishing touches to your design, you’ll learn...
Get ready for the ultimate showdown! BattleBots® combines the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. You’ll customize, build, and wire a base for your robot with the VEX Robotics Design System. Using VEX C++, you and your team will code your bot to take on daily challenges against other bots...
Get ready to dive into the exciting world of semiconductors and assistive technology! In this hands-on day camp, high school students will unleash their creativity by building innovative projects with microcontrollers. Along the way, they’ll discover key concepts like voltage, resistance, analog vs. digital signals, and circuit design—all while learning how to use tools like...
This 90-minute tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how innovative engineering and optical technology melds with manufacturing techniques to produce the largest and most advanced giant (8.4 meters / 27 ft) telescope mirrors in the world on the University of Arizona campus. Visitors will see the unparalleled technology and revolutionary processes in making the...
Unleash Your Creativity with Graphic Design: Wearable & Sticker Edition! In this dynamic class, nerd designers will dive into the world of vector design software as they embark on a journey to create their own custom wearable designs and stickers. Discover the secrets of graphic design principles such as color balance and visual composition, and...
Step into a glowing world of creativity where art, engineering, and imagination collide! Young adventurers will explore the traits of mythical creatures while learning essential art concepts and techniques through hands-on projects. As we journey through the forest, we’ll: 🌈 Experiment with watercolor techniques while painting dazzling rainbow landscapes and learning about lines and movement in art. 🐉 Study the features of...
In this super fun class, we’ll play with different kinds of robots. We have the lil’ Ozobots, who can follow lines and do cool tricks when they drive over different colors. Then there’s the speedy Indi robots, who zip around as they drive over special color tiles. And let’s not forget about Dash, the robot...
Embark on an epic journey to a galaxy far, far away at our “Use the Force” summer camp, where young Nerdawans will unleash their inner Nerdi through the power of science and engineering! Channel your inner Force as we delve into the mysteries of physics and explore the science of our own universe. Join us...
3D Printing is Nerding’s all time most popular class! Nerds love to take this class over and over, so we are now regularly changing projects and to keep things fresh and challenging for returning nerds. Also, we have 6 brand new printers this year that are literally 4x faster! I know! We can barely believe...
Have a blast creating fun, robotic games each day while learning about gear ratio, sensors, programming and pulleys. Whether creating pinball machines, duck hunt, or ring toss games, your child is sure to have fun building, learning and playing! Snapology is a learning concept that combines play with education. We provide a fun, interactive...
Welcome to Warrior Tech Camp: Where Innovation Meets Imagination! Calling all tech-savvy teens! Gateway Academy’s Warrior Tech Camp is THE ultimate summer adventure for gifted students with High Functioning Autism, ages 12-18. Running Monday-Friday, 9 AM – 3 PM, our STEAM-based camp is designed to ignite creativity, foster innovation, and build lifelong friendships in a...
Focused on data analysis and quick decision-making, campers will learn to maneuver through drone obstacle courses using the Python 3 programming language. The relationship between software and hardware becomes apparent as campers code solutions to the limitations of their environments and toolsets. With a solid foundation in Python 3, campers will be able to plot...
Unlock the secrets of Redstone in Minecraft and dive into the world of engineering! This hands-on camp lets young builders master the basics of circuits, power mechanisms, and automation. Campers will embark on exciting projects, crafting everything from simple circuits to intricate machines. Ages 8 - 12 June 9 - 13
(MASTERS) Roblox Game Studio The only limitation is your imagination! Roblox offers a streamlined approach to multiplayer video game design by giving campers creative assistance at every step of the process. They'll figure out just how much work goes into making their favorite games, like Fortnite and Minecraft, and have the opportunity to replicate them...
Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of robotics & engineering while building and programming a robot. The camp will incorporate the engineering design process, computational thinking, team building, and assembling a robot. No previous experience with robotics required. Students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each camp. Grades 6 -...
Can you survive the wild like ancient adventurers? Train with boomerangs, atlatls, and yo-yos— the original tools of early hunters. Build survival shelters, track animals, and discover how to find food and water in nature. End the week in an epic archery challenge to win the legendary Golden Arrow! Ages 7 - 8 June 9 - 13 Odyssey Camps
Board your airships and jettison the ballast! Join in the fight to save a dystopian realm and create beautiful and imaginative kinetic sculptures that tell your hero’s tale. Immerse yourself in a world of gears, gadgets, and gizmos as you explore the exciting world of steampunk. In this immersive week-long day camp, participants in grades...
Welcome to Messy Silly Science Camp, where curiosity meets chaos and learning gets a little wild! This isn't just any science camp—it's a hands-on, high-energy adventure designed for young scientists who love to get their hands dirty, experiment with wacky ideas, and discover the magic of the world around them. From gooey slime creations to fizzy...
Get ready for an epic Battle of the Bots! In this introductory camp, kids as young as five will learn the basics of robotics and coding by building their own “battle bot” using Sphero Indi. They’ll snap on LEGO pieces to customize their Indi, then use coding tiles to march their robot into battle. The grand...
Dive into the electrifying world of circuits and unleash your inner inventor as we explore the magic of electricity! In Electric Inventions, get ready to roll up your sleeves and do some hands-on experimentation with wire, copper tape, LEDs, motors, and batteries. But that’s not all – we’ll also introduce you to an awesome tool...
In this exciting camp, students will build a variety of military inspired robotic models and use tablets to program their build through a LEGO® coding app. Children will learn about sensors, gears, pulleys and programming as they create robotic catapults, crossbows, battleships and much more! Snapology is a learning concept that combines play with...
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