Summer 2026 Adventure · Jul 27 - Aug 28

Drone, BJJ & Robotics Summer Camp

Choose Aerial Drone & Python or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) most mornings, then dive into VEX V5RC Robotics or our Science Fair series most afternoons — a five-week, hands-on summer experience for grades 1-11.

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Camp Logistics

  • Age
    Grades 1-11 (varies by week — see schedule below)
  • Time
    9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Jul 27-31 runs 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM only)
  • Tech
    Aerial Drone & Python, BJJ, VEX V5RC, and Science Fair
TimeActivity
9am - 12pmAerial Drone & Python or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)
12pm - 1pmSupervised Lunch Break
1pm - 4pmVEX V5RC Robotics or Science Fair (varies by week)
4pm - 4:30pmPickup Window

Note: Jul 27-31 (Grades 1-8) runs a single 1pm-4pm session only — no morning session that week. See the weekly schedule below.

DatesGradesMorningAfternoon
Jul 27 - 31Grades 1-8Not offered this weekAerial Drone & Python (1pm - 4pm only)
Aug 4 - 7Grades 5-11Aerial Drone & Python or BJJVEX V5RC Robotics — Days 1-4: Drive Train & Foundation
Aug 10 - 14Grades 5-11Aerial Drone & Python or BJJVEX V5RC Robotics — Days 5-9: Arm & Functions
Aug 17 - 21Grades 5-11Aerial Drone & Python or BJJScience Fair — "Scientist for Everyone" Series, Days 1-5
Aug 24 - 28Grades 5-11Aerial Drone & Python or BJJScience Fair — "Scientist for Everyone" Series, Days 6-10
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Full-Day Immersion

Most mornings, campers choose between mastering Aerial Drone & Python or training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). After lunch, the afternoon rotates week by week through VEX V5RC robotics and our Science Fair series — see the full week-by-week breakdown above.

Aerial Drone & Python · Jul 27 - Aug 28

A 5-Day Flight & Coding Curriculum

This 5-day curriculum runs as the full-day program Jul 27-31 (Grades 1-8), then continues as the 9am-12pm morning option throughout August (Grades 5-11). All drones are provided.

Camp Focus

All drones provided — no equipment to bring
Python programming with CoDrone EDU
TRUST Drone Pilot Certificate upon completion
Autonomous flight using onboard sensors
Team-based piloting and mission strategy

Daily Progression

  1. Day 1
    Certified Drone Pilot
    Getting started with CoDrone EDU & Python, first flight, pre/post-flight checklist, TRUST Drone Pilot Certificate, and flight log
  2. Day 2
    Program Basic Movements
    Flight movements: roll, pitch, throttle, and yaw
  3. Day 3
    Sensors & Smart Flight
    Using the bottom and front range sensors for autonomous flight
  4. Day 4
    Piloting for Skills
    Mission strategy for skills challenges; tracking speed and battery data
  5. Day 5
    Teamwork & Autonomous Flight
    Team piloting and autonomous flight — 2025-2026 mission through Aug 11, then the new 2026-2027 mission
VEX V5RC Deep Dive · Aug 4 - 14

A Structured 9-Day Robotics Journey

During the Aug 4-14 afternoons (Grades 5-11), students move through drive train, foundation, arm building, and functions in a clear progression, building confidence and teamwork day by day.

Camp Focus

Days 1-4: Build a working V5RC drive train and foundation
Days 5-9: Design, build, and program a functional arm
Hands-on building, testing, and iteration
VEX programming fundamentals
Competition-style scrimmage and teamwork

Weekly Progression

  1. Day 1
    Game Analysis and Strategy
    2026-2027 season overview
  2. Day 2
    CAD Drive Train
    Design the robot base
  3. Day 3
    Build Drive Train
    Construct and assemble the drivetrain
  4. Day 4
    Program the Drive Train
    Foundational VEX programming
  5. Day 5
    Test and Drive
    Refine movement and reliability
  6. Day 6
    CAD the Arm
    Design the scoring arm mechanism
  7. Day 7
    Build the Arm
    Construct the arm mechanism
  8. Day 8
    Program the Arm
    Code the arm's functions
  9. Day 9
    Test and Scrimmage
    Put everything together in competition-style play

Days 1-4 (drive train & foundation) run Aug 4-7, and Days 5-9 (arm & functions) run Aug 10-14.

Science Fair · Aug 17 - 28

Scientist for Everyone: A 10-Day Series

During the Aug 17-28 afternoons (Grades 5-11), campers learn to think and work like scientists — from choosing a project to presenting their conclusions.

Day 1
The Types of Projects
Day 2
What Makes a Good Project
Day 3
Project Report
Day 4
What Makes a Good Hypothesis
Day 5
Background Information
Day 6
Materials and Procedure
Day 7
Test Your Knowledge
Day 8
Results
Day 9
Analysis and Discussion
Day 10
Conclusions and Next Steps

Days 1-5 run Aug 17-21, and Days 6-10 run Aug 24-28.

What to Bring & Prepare

For Drone & Python

  • All drone equipment provided
  • Water bottle (refillable)
  • Comfortable outdoor clothes
  • Sun protection (hat/sunglasses)

For Robotics

  • Laptop/tablet (optional)
  • All equipment provided
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Closed-toe shoes

General

  • Snacks & lunch (we have snacks)
  • Sunscreen
  • Valid ID/wristband
  • Emergency contact form

Why Choose Our Camp?

5

Weeks of Camp

Choose Aerial Drone & Python or BJJ most mornings, then VEX V5RC Robotics or Science Fair most afternoons.

1-11

Grade Range

Inclusive programming for all experience levels, from beginners to advanced learners.

50+

Hours

Full week of immersive learning combining discipline, teamwork, and coding skills.

1:8

Student Ratio

Low instructor-to-student ratio ensures personalized attention and progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior experience?

No! Drone piloting & Python coding, BJJ, robotics, and Science Fair are all designed for all experience levels. Our instructors will work with everyone from complete beginners to experienced students.

What if my child only wants to do half-day?

For Aug 4-28, we offer flexible scheduling! You can choose morning-only (Drone & Python or BJJ) or afternoon-only (Robotics/Science Fair, depending on the week) sessions. Pricing is adjusted accordingly. Note: Jul 27-31 (Grades 1-8) only runs as a single 1pm-4pm afternoon session.

Are meals provided?

Lunch is not included, but participants should bring their lunch. We provide snacks and water throughout the day. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions.

What about safety?

Safety is our top priority! All instructors are certified, equipment is regularly inspected, and we maintain a safe learning environment with proper protocols.

Can I sign up for multiple weeks?

Yes! We offer multi-week registrations with special discounts. Contact us for bulk pricing and package deals.

Secure Your Spot for Summer

Spaces are limited to ensure quality instruction for both Drone and Robotics programs.

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