Available Courses

If you love strategy and Star Wars, this is the class for you! Control the most

advanced star fighters and outstanding pilots in the galaxy! In X-Wing Miniatures

Game, you take the role of squad leader and command a group of merciless

Imperial or daring Rebel pilots in furious ship-to-ship space combat. Featuring

stunningly detailed and painted miniatures, X-Wing recreates exciting Star Wars

space battles from small engagements of only a couple of crafts, to large conflicts

where multiple squadrons clash.

Students will learn:

• Basic rules and strategies of the game.

• List building and game theory.

• Tactics which include measuring distances and angles, setting maneuvers and

planning attacks.

• Basic mathematics and probability.

Roblox is a game design program where campers will learn how to design and create their own gaming world where they can then actually play in! There are a variety of different game templates the campers will be able to choose from. Some templates give campers a theme like a pirate island, a castle, western, or city while others are built for specific genres of games like racing, capture the flag, infinite running, and team areas. Roblox is also an online community of professional and amateur game designers who can create and play each other’s games. Campers can use Roblox on any PC or Apple product so they can take their work from camp home with them!

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are two of the fastest growing technology fields. This class is designed for beginners to learn how to create and experience VR and AR. Campers will learn about geometry, textures, camera angles, and block-based coding. More advanced campers will also have the option to learn about programming for VR with JavaScript. Discover Camp has Oculus headsets for the campers to use or they can also use smart phones to view their creations with a Google Cardboard. Campers will also be exposed to Spark AR, a great introduction to making augmented reality filters and stickers just like the ones used on Instagram and Snapchat. The only limit is your imagination!

What is a Raspberry Pi? It’s a full-featured computer that fits in the palm of your hand! These little wonders are very popular for smart DIY electronics projects. Each camper will learn how to set up their own Pi and how to manage it with some basic Linux commands. We will try our hand at Scratch and Python programming, explore the built-in games, run a Minecraft server, and do computer-controlled circuit prototyping. We will have projects using add-on peripherals like a camera to create images, time-lapse videos, sensors and displays so the Pi can interact with our world.

Who doesn’t love clay? In ceramics you will learn a variety of hand building techniques including coil, slab, trapped air and more. Projects include bowls, vases, realistic food, castles and more. Proper glazing techniques will be taught and all pieces will be fired. Both terracotta and white clay will be used.

Do you want to learn how to play golf? Do you already play, but want to improve your game? If so, sign up for “Swing Like The Pros.” You will learn and explore ways to improve your grip, putting stroke, short game and drives. We will use the local driving range, which has a chipping green and mini golf, to practice all of our skills and find innovative ways to apply our lessons through fun, healthy competition.

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Do you enjoy competitive sports? Have you ever played golf or thrown a frisbee? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then disc golf is for you! Disc golf is a sport that has been around since the late 1970s. Played just like golf, a player’s goal is to throw a disc from a starting point (tee box) to a hole (or basket) in a set amount of throws (par). A player’s score on each hole is determined by how many throws is takes to get the disc into the basket. The winner is the player with the lowest score. A disc is similar to a frisbee, but smaller and thinner in order to glide farther. In this class, campers will get outside, learn how to play disc golf, and enjoy friendly competition.

Get ready to groove and shake it with Encore! Encore is on a mission to turn everyone into dance-floor dynamos who just can’t resist the siren call of rhythm! Feel the beat, embrace the heat, and join the jazz-tastic journey with Encore! Jazz dance is the ultimate dance fusion, blending the grace of classical ballet with the cool vibes of modern dance. Our classes are like dance parties where you’ll master isolations and conquer rhythm, all while learning to unleash your inner dance diva. Jazz lets you dive deep into technique while giving your body the freedom to bust a move like nobody’s watching! DC Dancers is the place to be! Let’s dance, let’s dazzle, and let’s make every move a masterpiece!

Earn your Builder’s License in one of our longest running classes. Explore the exciting world of Tamiya’s Mini 4WD cars. These kits are not radio controlled but are assembled from about 40 components and raced against competitors on a special track. The key to this class is to make your car go as fast as possible without leaving this special race track. Mini-4WD is a very popular “sport” in Japan and California where events attract thousands of kids. Discover Camp is the only camp in the nation to be supported directly by Tamiya America.

• Campers are introduced to the process of building from a kit
• Read and follow instruction manuals
• Interpret diagrams, identify, and use tools properly
• Identify components including the names and uses of different screws, washers, bushings, bearings, etc.
• Changing variables to improve performance

Earn your driver’s license and explore the exciting world of Mini-B radio controlled cars. At 1/16 scale, this little car packs a full size punch. Small enough to race inside and big enough to race outside. To complement our Mini 4WD program and prepare campers for our Racing Academy, campers are taught how to drive a radio controlled car. Changing variables is the major skill we emphasize. The camper will receive an a new buggy, 2 tools to fix/ tune the car, and 2 batteries. By changing one variable at a time, campers tune their cars to perform at a higher level. These radio controlled cars have replacement parts that the campers learn to change. This class is a great intro to our very popular introduction to racing academy.

Campers will learn to:

• Read and follow instruction manuals • Interpret diagrams • Identify and use tools properly • Identify components, including the names and uses of different screws, washers, bushings, bearings etc. • Alter variables to improve performance • Learn driving skills and racing techniques

Vehicles, buildings, bridges, and more. Campers will build mechanical models of vehicles, structures, and robotic arms out of wood. This hands-on class will teach campers about mechanisms, assembly, and the principles that make a machine work. All kits are wooden. Each project is kit designed and great for the child who likes to build things from instructions. Campers will participate in weekly challenges with each kit.

The past decade has seen a surge in popularity for an unexpected industry: tabletop board games. This class will introduce students to the world of strategic board gaming. These aren’t your parent’s board games! Titles like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Pandemic and Magic: The Gathering, are just a few of the innovative games that students will learn to play. Unlike some of the more traditional board games (Monopoly, Risk, Stratego etc.), these modern classics emphasize specific game mechanics that favorability over luck. The class will focus on skills such as probability, critical thinking, teamwork, planning, organization, and social interaction. The Golden Age of board gaming is upon us. What are you waiting for?

Warhammer is a tabletop strategy game where you play as the general of an army. Warhammer takes the skill and strategy of chess and transforms it into a game of endless moves and possibilities. Here you will build and customize your very own army. Campers literally build their army, everything from gluing to painting is yours to control. Once your army is built, the world of Warhammer awaits your challenge! This is a multi – level class, beginners and advanced campers welcomed!

Minecraft is a game about discovery. Discovering what’s beyond the horizon. Campers will explore new cave systems, projects others have created, and new features released into updates. Campers will be in an environment of like-minded people who share the same passion for Minecraft. Unexperienced players are welcomed and encouraged to join this class.

Campers will learn: architecture, electronics, sculpture, texturing, landscaping, action, photography, decorating, music, trading, storytelling, adventure and modding.

The game is being used to teach more than just computer skills. It easily lends itself to science, technology, engineering and math explorations. But beyond that, language teachers are strengthening communication skills, civics teachers are exploring how societies function, and history teachers are having their students recreate ancient civilizations.

Campers will learn about the parts that make up a personal computer and then build one of their own from start to finish. Campers will become familiar with each of the components of a computer and will learn about the price vs performance trade-offs of each. With this knowledge and with assistance, campers and parents will choose a budget of $750 or $1,000 for their system. They will then select parts that fit the budget and will assemble and test their own personal machine. Each camper will go home with a fully assembled computer running Windows 10. Included components are CPU, motherboard, storage drive, RAM, power supply, computer case, keyboard, and mouse. (Monitor is not included.)

Discover Camp soccer focuses on the campers individual skills and works to improve those skills over 4 weeks through modeling, drills, games, and scrimmages. The professional staff made up of both men and women are all soccer players who are or have been part of high level soccer programs. If you love the game of soccer this is the class for you.

Table tennis, also known as ping-pong and whiff-whaff, is a sport in which two or four players hit a lightweight ball, also known as the ping-pong ball, back and forth across a table using small rackets. The game takes place on a hard table divided by a net. Campers will learn rules, techniques, and skills of the game taught by a Westchester Table Tennis pro. Play is fast and demands quick reactions. Campers will be grouped based on skills so all levels are welcomed. 

Looking for the speed and excitement of hockey but never learned how to skate? Want to master stick handling, puck control, and shooting while having a blast with your friends? Sign up for floor hockey with coach Benveniste to make the most of your athletic summer. Campers will immerse themselves in the overall rules and strategies of hockey while engaging in 3 on 3 tournaments, All-Star skills competition, and conditioning. The last week will culminate in a Stanley Cup Style Playoff event.

Pickleball and More is designed to provide a fun and inclusive experience for campers of all skill levels. Campers will engage in a diverse range of activities and learning experiences, including: • Fundamentals and Skill Development • Drills and Practice Sessions • Match Play and Tournaments • Fitness and Conditioning • Team Building and Sportsmanship • Fun Off-Court Activities Some games campers will participate in this class are: Gaga Ball, KanJam, Ladder Ball, Spike Ball, Cornhole, Swing Ball, Frisbee Horseshoes, and Lawn Darts.

Campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby. The Rustler is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible. After completion, the campers will be able to use our off-road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other trucks at camp. Includes: This class includes the truck kit, remote, charger, 2 batteries, tools, and a toolbox. The charger and tools will be needed for any future Racing Academy course.

This class is designed for campers who have already built a Traxxas Slash and wish to spend their time upgrading their cars. This will be done very carefully by first thoroughly cleaning and examining the truck for wear and tear. The campers will be upgrading their stock truck to a race ready truck. The upgrades are designed to bring the slash to a new level of competition. Included materials:

Tires, suspension upgrades, servo, and a new remote and receiver which will be used for future cars and truck builds.

Rube Goldberg was a cartoonist with a wild sense of invention, creativity, and humor. He drew complicated inventions, laboriously contrived to perform a simple operation. In this class we will design and build wild and wacky machines (Think of the game Mousetrap). Your own imagination and creativity are all you need to build a super Rube Goldberg machine. We will use every type of part imaginable to create our inventions: marble tracks, rubber bands, pipes, clay, levers and more! Students leave with a machine of their own creation.

Campers will learn to play chess for fun and mental agility. Chess is an excellent forum for competition and sportsmanship. Chess develops life skills including focus, reasoning, decision-making, and strategic thinking. It’s the king of games and the game of kings (and queens)!

Topics include:

• Rules of Play
• Understanding the Chessboard : Ranks, Files Diagonals
• Pieces: Names /Values / Moves
• Algebraic Notation: Reading and writing chess moves
• Check / Checkmate / Stalemate
• Attack / Capture / Defend
• Special moves: Castling / Promotion / En passant
• Basic Checkmates
• Tactics: Pins / Forks / Double attacks
• Full Game
• Time, Space, Material
• Solving Checkmate Problems

Pokémon trainers get ready! In this league trainers will battle, collect, and trade their cards to win prizes and badges. Prizes include booster packs, theme decks and more. Trainers have the opportunity to become Pokémon masters and challenge the gym leader of the camp.   Campers will learn math skills like probability, subtraction, addition, and multiplication while participating in these exciting card games. Your adventure awaits!

Marvel: Crisis Protocol is a tabletop hobby miniatures game set in the Marvel Universe. Similar to other tabletop games like Warhammer, players assemble, paint, and collect highly detailed plastic miniatures representing iconic Marvel characters. Players choose characters from their collections to form their own Marvel inspired dream team and then pit their chosen forces against each other on an interactive tabletop where the very terrain itself can be thrown, crashed into, and destroyed during the super powered showdown. In this class, students will receive their own starter set which includes everything needed to play full games on their own! They will be provided with paint, brushes and other supplies to learn basic painting techniques and delve into all aspects of the hobby.

Roblox is a game design program where campers will learn how to design and create their own gaming world where they can then actually play in! There are a variety of different game templates the campers will be able to choose from. Some templates give campers a theme like a pirate island, a castle, western, or city while others are built for specific genres of games like racing, capture the flag, infinite running, and team areas. Roblox is also an online community of professional and amateur game designers who can create and play each other’s games. Campers can use Roblox on any PC or Apple product so they can take their work from camp home with them!

The Game Design with Unity class will challenge campers to use real game development tools to create a project that they can take home, play, and share with friends. The Unity game engine is an industry favorite, powering popular games like Pokémon GO, Cuphead, and Beat Saber. We’ll take a deeper look at geometry, textures, materials, and game programming. Campers will have a variety of projects to work on, from creating simple mobile apps to VR-ready games! Our final project will be to create an interactive game that we can play on the camp’s Oculus Rift VR headsets. With such a powerful platform, every camper will get to flex their creative minds through their games.

Ever wonder what’s behind your favorite classic video games? In this program, campers will learn each step in building their very own handheld gaming consoles. Steps include soldering the initial components, programming the handheld consoles to run varies games and modifications. This course brings the excitement that comes with gaming while learning how these amazing little computers really work! Campers will start with small soldering projects and eventually move on to the final full gaming console project with many games to explore. Bring back the classics!

In this class, the campers will produce all the content that the Daily Discover Camp Newscast will feature. We will be filming and editing short segments for each news show. We are also planning 3 live shows to be filmed on Fridays and added into the news. Some of the ideas we are working on are a talent show, Live Game show, How To Tutorials, Improv/Skit, Comedy Show, Competition show, Trivia competition, Magic Show, and an Art Show. The news show will be going out live to the Discover Camp YouTube channel for everyone to watch.

A longboard is very much like a surfboard or snowboard with wheels. It is used for cruising, downhill racing, slalom racing, sliding, and/or transport.

The Build a Board program was conceived by Discover Camp  the “Build a Board” art program is designed to make the experience of building a board as entertaining as skating itself. Campers will learn the art of how a skateboard is made and what it takes to make a professional skateboard deck.

Campers will learn how to mount their trucks, install and remove wheels to clean bearings all while learning a little history behind skateboarding. Campers will then participate in skate lessons. Please see side column for when classes are offered

Archery is a huge hit at Discover Camp with both boys and girls. Campers really enjoy learning and applying the skills of archery. It’s not easy at first, but with practice it doesn’t take long to improve your skills. Some archery activities include archery trick shots, balloon popping, fruit salad, slow motion archery and shoot the pinata.  Campers will also participate in other outdoor activities between their shooting sessions. These games will focus on developing hand eye coordination.

Welcome King Pins Bowling Class—a striking adventure for kids eager to learn the ins and outs of one of America’s favorite pastimes! Our bowling class is designed to introduce children to the excitement and skill of the game in a fun and supportive environment. The skilled instructors will lead aspiring bowlers through fundamental techniques, covering everything from ball grip to refining their approach. This comprehensive guidance ensures a strong groundwork for future success in achieving strikes and spares. Campers will learn: • Team building • Lane etiquette • Bowling etiquette • Selecting the right-sized bowling ball The program will include fun challenges. Learning is more enjoyable when it’s paired with excitement! Our class incorporates engaging challenges and mini-games to keep the energy high and the smiles even higher

Focused around the infamous Traxxas Slash, the campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby, the Slash is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible (we jumped it off a two story roof and it was fine!) After completion, the campers will be able to use our off road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other Slash trucks at camp. We’ve built about 900 Slashes since we introduced it to our camp many years ago so we’re certainly experts on this particular chassis.

This class is designed for campers who have already built a Traxxas Slash and wish to spend their time upgrading their cars. This will be done very carefully by first thoroughly cleaning and examining the truck for wear and tear. The campers will be upgrading their stock truck to a race ready truck. The upgrades are designed to bring the slash to a new level of competition. Included materials:

Tires, suspension upgrades, servo, and a new remote and receiver which will be used for future cars and truck builds.

Pokémon trainers get ready! In this league trainers will battle, collect, and trade their cards to win prizes and badges. Prizes include booster packs, theme decks and more. Trainers have the opportunity to become Pokémon masters and challenge the gym leader of the camp.   Campers will learn math skills like probability, subtraction, addition, and multiplication while participating in these exciting card games. Your adventure awaits!

This Pokémon League class is designed for returning campers who have already taken Pokémon League I and have their own starter deck. Campers will receive more booster packs to bolster their already formidable collection. This advanced class focuses on deck building, strategy, and tactics.

Scratch, a programming language developed by the MIT media lab, makes it easy to create interactive stories, games, animation, music, and art, and to share these creations on the web. As students create and share projects, they learn important mathematical and computational ideas while also learning to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively. 

Campers will each get their very own Mbot, a friendly robot! Mbots are programmable robots that will unleash camper imagination.

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are two of the fastest growing technology fields. This class is designed for beginners to learn how to create and experience VR and AR. Campers will learn about geometry, textures, camera angles, and block-based coding. More advanced campers will also have the option to learn about programming for VR with JavaScript. Discover Camp has Oculus headsets for the campers to use or they can also use smart phones to view their creations with a Google Cardboard. Campers will also be exposed to Spark AR, a great introduction to making augmented reality filters and stickers just like the ones used on Instagram and Snapchat. The only limit is your imagination!

Everyone knows the sound of digging through piles and piles of Lego bricks and the satisfaction that comes with building their very own “masterpiece.” For years people have been pushing creative limits and using these plastic blocks in unconventional ways. In Brick Art, campers will embark on an open-ended art experience limited only by the bounds of their creativity. While building with Lego in the traditional sense is fun and engaging, campers will use blocks to design and construct a variety of projects. They’ll learn how to paint, sculpt, fabricate jewelry, and design custom household items. Everything that is crafted in this class will be brought home to be shared with families.

Combine your love of art with the power of writing and storytelling! Graphic novels are the result of these creative mediums. Become like the authors and characters that you cannot get enough of! Campers will read and discuss popular graphic novels, storyboard their own ideas, and create their own novels. Journey through the many worlds that today’s graphic novels hold and be a part of those stories by creating your own! This course will guide campers through the newest novels and while emulating the authors’ and artists’ styles, become what they enjoy!

Ever watched a cooking show and thought, “I could totally do that!”? Then The Great DC Cook-Off is for you! This class combines elements from popular cooking shows such as The Great British Baking Show, Chopped Jr, Guy’s Grocery Games and more to create a competitive and delicious experience. From beginners to children with more experience in the kitchen, this class is open to all chefs. In this class, campers work in teams to create culinary masterpieces using the mystery ingredients provided.

Welcome to the world of home design and home accessories. This is a wonderful opportunity to create and design unique items for your own bedroom! This class emphasizes creativity and learning basic design concepts. Students will explore various mediums by working with fascinating materials and creating one of kind works of art! All projects are age appropriate. Check out some of our new and most popular projects for 2016! Mini Lamps! Floating Flower Glow Jars! FUZZY Fleece Pillows! Sea glass light jars! Memory Journals! Galaxy Designs! Create Mirrors, Frames, Wall Art and Glowing 3D looks! Rock’n Organizers for all your stuff! Water Dream Globes with Panda’s, Puppies, Nature Animals and more! Cool locker looks! Amazing Wall art! Memory Keepsake Boxes, Desk Accessories, create bottle charms, Vampire Blood, Harry Potter Potions and so much more!

Welcome to the vibrant world of rock artistry! In this engaging and hands-on course, campers will explore the art of coloring on rocks using a variety of artistic techniques. From basic concepts to advanced designs, participants will unleash their creativity and learn how to transform ordinary rocks into beautiful works of art. Throughout this course, campers will delve into a diverse range of rock coloring methods, including but not limited to: • Basic Rock Preparation • Color Theory • Painting Techniques • Pointillism and Patterns • Marbling and Texture Effects • Stenciling and Masking

This class is designed for campers who have already have a Losi Mini B and wish to spend their time upgrading their cars. This will be done very carefully by first thoroughly cleaning and examining the buggy/truck for wear and tear. The campers will be upgrading their vehicle to a modified racer. The upgrades are designed to bring the Losi Mini B to a new level of competition. Included materials: suspension upgrades, rx, servo, and motor.

Rube Goldberg was a cartoonist with a wild sense of invention, creativity, and humor. He drew complicated inventions, laboriously contrived to perform a simple operation. In this class we will design and build wild and wacky machines (Think of the game Mousetrap). Your own imagination and creativity are all you need to build a super Rube Goldberg machine. We will use every type of part imaginable to create our inventions: marble tracks, rubber bands, pipes, clay, levers and more! Students leave with a machine of their own creation.

Pokémon trainers get ready! In this league trainers will battle, collect, and trade their cards to win prizes and badges. Prizes include booster packs, theme decks and more. Trainers have the opportunity to become Pokémon masters and challenge the gym leader of the camp.   Campers will learn math skills like probability, subtraction, addition, and multiplication while participating in these exciting card games. Your adventure awaits!

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are two of the fastest growing technology fields. This class is designed for beginners to learn how to create and experience VR and AR. Campers will learn about geometry, textures, camera angles, and block-based coding. More advanced campers will also have the option to learn about programming for VR with JavaScript. Discover Camp has Oculus headsets for the campers to use or they can also use smart phones to view their creations with a Google Cardboard. Campers will also be exposed to Spark AR, a great introduction to making augmented reality filters and stickers just like the ones used on Instagram and Snapchat. The only limit is your imagination!

Campers will build several working circuits while learning how to safely solder. No prior soldering experience is necessary. Circuits will include a light sensor circuit, a siren circuit, a working FM radio, and more. The first project will have blinking lights and a siren, and is intended to teach the participants about basic components such as resistors, capacitors, and integrated circuits. It is also used to teach soldering skills such as how to properly hold the solder and the iron, how to avoid solder bridges, and correct polarity of components. The projects that follow are more challenging – the FM radio requires the proper soldering of over 25 individual components. Campers will learn soldering skills and the use of several tools such as angle cutters, screwdrivers, long nose pliers, and how to complete an intricate circuit so that it works properly.

Campers will learn the fundamentals of skateboarding in a safe and fun atmosphere. The skills campers will learn are pushing, carving, tic tac’s, kick turns, stopping safely as well as basic skateboarding terminology. Campers will learn how to adjust their skateboards and use the ramps safely and correctly.  Throughout introduction to Skateboarding, advanced maneuvers will be taught such asthe ollie and the kick flip as well as “dropping in” for campers who are ready to take the next step towards advanced skateboarding.  A skateboard, helmet, wrist guards, knee and elbow pads are required. For safety concerns, only real skateboards that have urethane wheels and trucks with proper bushings will be allowed.

Table tennis, also known as ping-pong and whiff-whaff, is a sport in which two or four players hit a lightweight ball, also known as the ping-pong ball, back and forth across a table using small rackets. The game takes place on a hard table divided by a net. Campers will learn rules, techniques, and skills of the game taught by a Westchester Table Tennis pro. Play is fast and demands quick reactions. Campers will be grouped based on skills so all levels are welcomed. 

Pickleball and More is designed to provide a fun and inclusive experience for campers of all skill levels. Campers will engage in a diverse range of activities and learning experiences, including: • Fundamentals and Skill Development • Drills and Practice Sessions • Match Play and Tournaments • Fitness and Conditioning • Team Building and Sportsmanship • Fun Off-Court Activities Some games campers will participate in this class are: Gaga Ball, KanJam, Ladder Ball, Spike Ball, Cornhole, Swing Ball, Frisbee Horseshoes, and Lawn Darts.

Get ready to groove and shake it with Encore! Encore is on a mission to turn everyone into dance-floor dynamos who just can’t resist the siren call of rhythm! Feel the beat, embrace the heat, and join the jazz-tastic journey with Encore! Jazz dance is the ultimate dance fusion, blending the grace of classical ballet with the cool vibes of modern dance. Our classes are like dance parties where you’ll master isolations and conquer rhythm, all while learning to unleash your inner dance diva. Jazz lets you dive deep into technique while giving your body the freedom to bust a move like nobody’s watching! DC Dancers is the place to be! Let’s dance, let’s dazzle, and let’s make every move a masterpiece!

Earn your Builder’s License in one of our longest running classes. Explore the exciting world of Tamiya’s Mini 4WD cars. These kits are not radio controlled but are assembled from about 40 components and raced against competitors on a special track. The key to this class is to make your car go as fast as possible without leaving this special race track. Mini-4WD is a very popular “sport” in Japan and California where events attract thousands of kids. Discover Camp is the only camp in the nation to be supported directly by Tamiya America.

• Campers are introduced to the process of building from a kit
• Read and follow instruction manuals
• Interpret diagrams, identify, and use tools properly
• Identify components including the names and uses of different screws, washers, bushings, bearings, etc.
• Changing variables to improve performance

Earn your driver’s license and explore the exciting world of Mini-B radio controlled cars. At 1/16 scale, this little car packs a full size punch. Small enough to race inside and big enough to race outside. To complement our Mini 4WD program and prepare campers for our Racing Academy, campers are taught how to drive a radio controlled car. Changing variables is the major skill we emphasize. The camper will receive an a new buggy, 2 tools to fix/ tune the car, and 2 batteries. By changing one variable at a time, campers tune their cars to perform at a higher level. These radio controlled cars have replacement parts that the campers learn to change. This class is a great intro to our very popular introduction to racing academy.

Campers will learn to:

• Read and follow instruction manuals • Interpret diagrams • Identify and use tools properly • Identify components, including the names and uses of different screws, washers, bushings, bearings etc. • Alter variables to improve performance • Learn driving skills and racing techniques

Campers will learn to play chess for fun and mental agility. Chess is an excellent forum for competition and sportsmanship. Chess develops life skills including focus, reasoning, decision-making, and strategic thinking. It’s the king of games and the game of kings (and queens)!

Topics include:

• Rules of Play
• Understanding the Chessboard : Ranks, Files Diagonals
• Pieces: Names /Values / Moves
• Algebraic Notation: Reading and writing chess moves
• Check / Checkmate / Stalemate
• Attack / Capture / Defend
• Special moves: Castling / Promotion / En passant
• Basic Checkmates
• Tactics: Pins / Forks / Double attacks
• Full Game
• Time, Space, Material
• Solving Checkmate Problems

Roblox is a game design program where campers will learn how to design and create their own gaming world where they can then actually play in! There are a variety of different game templates the campers will be able to choose from.  Some templates give campers a theme like a pirate island, a castle, western, or city while others are built for specific genres of games like racing, capture the flag, infinite running, and team areas. Roblox is also an online community of professional and amateur game designers who can create and play each other’s games. Campers can use Roblox on any PC or Apple product so they can take their work from camp home with them!

Roblox is a game design program where campers will learn how to design and create their own gaming world where they can then actually play in! There are a variety of different game templates the campers will be able to choose from.  Some templates give campers a theme like a pirate island, a castle, western, or city while others are built for specific genres of games like racing, capture the flag, infinite running, and team areas. Roblox is also an online community of professional and amateur game designers who can create and play each other’s games. Campers can use Roblox on any PC or Apple product so they can take their work from camp home with them!

The Game Design with Unity class will challenge campers to use real game development tools to create a project that they can take home, play, and share with friends. The Unity game engine is an industry favorite, powering popular games like Pokémon GO, Cuphead, and Beat Saber. We’ll take a deeper look at geometry, textures, materials, and game programming. Campers will have a variety of projects to work on, from creating simple mobile apps to VR-ready games! Our final project will be to create an interactive game that we can play on the camp’s Oculus Rift VR headsets. With such a powerful platform, every camper will get to flex their creative minds through their games.

What is a Raspberry Pi? It’s a full-featured computer that fits in the palm of your hand! These little wonders are very popular for smart DIY electronics projects. Each camper will learn how to set up their own Pi and how to manage it with some basic Linux commands. We will try our hand at Scratch and Python programming, explore the built-in games, run a Minecraft server, and do computer-controlled circuit prototyping. We will have projects using add-on peripherals like a camera to create images, time-lapse videos, sensors and displays so the Pi can interact with our world.

What do you get when you combine summer camp with arts and crafts? A happy camper! Discover arts and crafts is about introducing campers to the wonderful world of crafting. This class will expose campers to a wide variety of popular summer crafting projects.  Campers will learn how to make friendship bracelets, dream catchers, lanyards, keychains, and many more. 

Discover Camp soccer focuses on the campers individual skills and works to improve those skills over 4 weeks through modeling, drills, games, and scrimmages. The professional staff made up of both men and women are all soccer players who are or have been part of high level soccer programs. If you love the game of soccer this is the class for you.

Do you want to learn how to play golf? Do you already play, but want to improve your game? If so, sign up for “Swing Like The Pros.” You will learn and explore ways to improve your grip, putting stroke, short game and drives. We will use the local driving range, which has a chipping green and mini golf, to practice all of our skills and find innovative ways to apply our lessons through fun, healthy competition.

Archery is a huge hit at Discover Camp with both boys and girls. Campers really enjoy learning and applying the skills of archery. It’s not easy at first, but with practice it doesn’t take long to improve your skills. Some archery activities include archery trick shots, balloon popping, fruit salad, slow motion archery and shoot the pinata.  Campers will also participate in other outdoor activities between their shooting sessions. These games will focus on developing hand eye coordination.

Focused around the infamous Traxxas Slash, the campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby, the Slash is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible (we jumped it off a two story roof and it was fine!) After completion, the campers will be able to use our off road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other Slash trucks at camp. We’ve built about 900 Slashes since we introduced it to our camp many years ago so we’re certainly experts on this particular chassis.

Campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby. The Rustler is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible. After completion, the campers will be able to use our off-road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other trucks at camp. Includes: This class includes the truck kit, remote, charger, 2 batteries, tools, and a toolbox. The charger and tools will be needed for any future Racing Academy course.

This class is designed for campers who have already built a Traxxas Slash and wish to spend their time upgrading their cars. This will be done very carefully by first thoroughly cleaning and examining the truck for wear and tear. The campers will be upgrading their stock truck to a race ready truck. The upgrades are designed to bring the slash to a new level of competition. Included materials:

Tires, suspension upgrades, servo, and a new remote and receiver which will be used for future cars and truck builds.

Use the skills gained in Introduction to Rocketry to build, design and launch the rockets that you’ve created. Advanced kits and instructions will be used in this class. This class is great for campers who have earned their launching license and are ready to take building to higher levels.

• Build an assortment of advanced rocket kits
• Build an assortment of advanced homemade bottle rockets
• Modify rocket kits to make them “better”
• Design and build custom rockets from parts
• Tool safety and correct usage will be strongly emphasized

Use the skills gained in Introduction to Rocketry and Advanced Rocketry I to build, design and launch the rockets that you’ve created. Kits and instructions are not used in this class. Campers assemble their rockets using skills that they have gained from several years of rocketry experience. Even more rocket parts are provided to choose from. Over the weeks, campers will compete in launching competitions which will test the students’ ability to accurately calculate launch variables and design creativity. We will also complete one flying project which will also build upon skills from all three levels. Prizes will be awarded in our design and launching competition.

Marvel: Crisis Protocol is a tabletop hobby miniatures game set in the Marvel Universe. Similar to other tabletop games like Warhammer, players assemble, paint, and collect highly detailed plastic miniatures representing iconic Marvel characters. Players choose characters from their collections to form their own Marvel inspired dream team and then pit their chosen forces against each other on an interactive tabletop where the very terrain itself can be thrown, crashed into, and destroyed during the super powered showdown. In this class, students will receive their own starter set which includes everything needed to play full games on their own! They will be provided with paint, brushes and other supplies to learn basic painting techniques and delve into all aspects of the hobby.

The Game Design with Unity class will challenge campers to use real game development tools to create a project that they can take home, play, and share with friends. The Unity game engine is an industry favorite, powering popular games like Pokémon GO, Cuphead, and Beat Saber. We’ll take a deeper look at geometry, textures, materials, and game programming. Campers will have a variety of projects to work on, from creating simple mobile apps to VR-ready games! Our final project will be to create an interactive game that we can play on the camp’s Oculus Rift VR headsets. With such a powerful platform, every camper will get to flex their creative minds through their games.

Campers will learn basic circuit components, and then put them together to build projects including a working AM radio (using Snap Circuits), a sweeper robot, a doodling robot, a ‘smart’ wandering robot, and a mini solar racer. No soldering will be done in this introductory course. The robots that are built actually do something, and the ‘smart’ wandering robot illustrates how a robot can navigate. The racers explore how propulsion can be achieved with solar energy and with wind. The snap circuits have over 300 projects that can be built, using sound and light sensors, to produce different frequency noises or flashing lights or a working AM radio.

Participants will learn about some electric components such as resistors and capacitors. They will learn to use some tools such as angle cutters and screwdrivers.

In a galaxy, far, far away, a unique camp experience has presented itself, providing die-hard Star Wars fans an opportunity to share and grow their passion for intergalactic adventures. It doesn’t matter if they’re a Padawan or Jedi Knight, there is something for everyone. Campers will engage in a variety of activities such as building vehicles and characters out of LEGO, making and sampling galactic treats, putting together some amazing crafts, and watching movie highlights. For the final project campers will be able to build their own lightsaber hilt.

No instrument, no problem! Campers will learn to create and play their own music using a variety of apps, software and materials. Using found materials, campers will be able to create their own instruments out of anything! We will use MakeyMakeys to design new instruments and Scratch, a beginner coding software, to program them. We will also learn to use the basics of creating music digitally with Incredibox, Chrome Music Lab, Soundtrap and more. No musical experience required.

In this fast-paced, fun, think on your feet class, students will learn how to create characters and relationships out of thin air. Based on the famed Chicago Second City style of improv, this class will be a blast for all students. We will utilize theatrical and team building games to build students’ performance skills and give the group an improv “troupe” mentality. Campers will improve on their listening and concentration skills, body language, communicating effectively, thinking on their feet and recognizing opportunities.

Cruisers aren’t made for tricks. They have bigger softer wheels for a much smoother ride.

The Build a Board program was conceived by Discover Camp the “Build a Board” art program is designed to make the experience of building a board as entertaining as skating itself. Campers will learn the art of how a skateboard is made and what it takes to make a professional skateboard deck.

Campers will learn how to mount their trucks, install and remove wheels to clean bearings all while learning a little history behind skateboarding. Campers will then participate in skate lessons. Please see side column for when classes are offered

A longboard is very much like a surfboard or snowboard with wheels. It is used for cruising, downhill racing, slalom racing, sliding, and/or transport.

The Build a Board program was conceived by Discover Camp the “Build a Board” art program is designed to make the experience of building a board as entertaining as skating itself. Campers will learn the art of how a skateboard is made and what it takes to make a professional skateboard deck.

Campers will learn how to mount their trucks, install and remove wheels to clean bearings all while learning a little history behind skateboarding. Campers will then participate in skate lessons. Please see side column for when classes are offered

Archery is a huge hit at Discover Camp with both boys and girls. Campers really enjoy learning and applying the skills of archery. It’s not easy at first, but with practice it doesn’t take long to improve your skills. Some archery activities include archery trick shots, balloon popping, fruit salad, slow motion archery and shoot the pinata.  Campers will also participate in other outdoor activities between their shooting sessions. These games will focus on developing hand eye coordination.

Westchester Ninja Warriors is a fitness program inspired by the hit television show American Ninja Warrior. Class curriculum is designed and taught by 4 time American Ninja Warrior veteran and Team Ninja Warrior competitor Noel Reyes. With a hand-picked coaching staff picked for their skill in not only completing obstacles but teaching the techniques used to navigate through obstacle courses quickly and efficiently participants will:

• Try obstacles they’ve seen on TV such as the Warped Wall, Quintuple Steps, Ring Toss and also original obstacle designs by our staff.

• Learn techniques to improve balance and agility to navigate through lower body obstacles. 

• Learn techniques for swinging from stationary objects and hanging objects such as monkey bars, ropes, rings, and rock holds.

• Learn trampoline techniques to improve jumping height and distance.

• Learn body awareness in space and how to manipulate your body for efficiency through lower body and upper body obstacles.

• Learn how to analyze obstacles and determine the appropriate approach to highlight their individual strengths.

• Attempt full-scale obstacle courses in friendly competition style fashion.

Welcome King Pins Bowling Class—a striking adventure for kids eager to learn the ins and outs of one of America’s favorite pastimes! Our bowling class is designed to introduce children to the excitement and skill of the game in a fun and supportive environment. The skilled instructors will lead aspiring bowlers through fundamental techniques, covering everything from ball grip to refining their approach. This comprehensive guidance ensures a strong groundwork for future success in achieving strikes and spares. Campers will learn: • Team building • Lane etiquette • Bowling etiquette • Selecting the right-sized bowling ball The program will include fun challenges. Learning is more enjoyable when it’s paired with excitement! Our class incorporates engaging challenges and mini-games to keep the energy high and the smiles even higher

Focused around the infamous Traxxas Slash, the campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby, the Slash is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible (we jumped it off a two story roof and it was fine!) After completion, the campers will be able to use our off road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other Slash trucks at camp. We’ve built about 900 Slashes since we introduced it to our camp many years ago so we’re certainly experts on this particular chassis.

Campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby. The Rustler is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible. After completion, the campers will be able to use our off-road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other trucks at camp. Includes: This class includes the truck kit, remote, charger, 2 batteries, tools, and a toolbox. The charger and tools will be needed for any future Racing Academy course.

This class is designed for campers who have already built a Traxxas Slash and wish to spend their time upgrading their cars. This will be done very carefully by first thoroughly cleaning and examining the truck for wear and tear. The campers will be upgrading their stock truck to a race ready truck. The upgrades are designed to bring the slash to a new level of competition. Included materials:

Tires, suspension upgrades, servo, and a new remote and receiver which will be used for future cars and truck builds.

The past decade has seen a surge in popularity for an unexpected industry: tabletop board games. This class will introduce students to the world of strategic board gaming. These aren’t your parent’s board games! Titles like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Pandemic and Magic: The Gathering, are just a few of the innovative games that students will learn to play. Unlike some of the more traditional board games (Monopoly, Risk, Stratego etc.), these modern classics emphasize specific game mechanics that favorability over luck. The class will focus on skills such as probability, critical thinking, teamwork, planning, organization, and social interaction. The Golden Age of board gaming is upon us. What are you waiting for?

Python is a very popular programming language to learn to code! It is an easy-toread, high-level programming language, meaning commands are read like English words instead of complex 0s and 1s. This allows Python to be easier to learn without any experience as compared to other programming languages. In this course, campers will learn concepts, commands and syntax (rules for the specific layout of code) of Python through various projects and games that we will develop together!

Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are two of the fastest growing technology fields. This class is designed for beginners to learn how to create and experience VR and AR. Campers will learn about geometry, textures, camera angles, and block-based coding. More advanced campers will also have the option to learn about programming for VR with JavaScript. Discover Camp has Oculus headsets for the campers to use or they can also use smart phones to view their creations with a Google Cardboard. Campers will also be exposed to Spark AR, a great introduction to making augmented reality filters and stickers just like the ones used on Instagram and Snapchat. The only limit is your imagination!

Campers will build several cool vehicles, many that run on alternative energy sources. Projects include magnetic levitation (maglev) vehicles, a 6-in-1 transforming solar project, an air motor racer, a hover craft, and a salt water fuel cell car.

Alternative energy such as solar and fuel cells are exciting options for the future of energy. Alternative methods of propulsion for transportation, such as wind motor and hovercraft open new ideas and creativity about how we move from one place to another. Campers will build some projects from kits, others from instructions and raw materials. They will learn to identify and use some tools such as angle cutters, long nose pliers, and screwdrivers.

Everyone knows the sound of digging through piles and piles of Lego bricks and the satisfaction that comes with building their very own “masterpiece.” For years people have been pushing creative limits and using these plastic blocks in unconventional ways. In Brick Art, campers will embark on an open-ended art experience limited only by the bounds of their creativity. While building with Lego in the traditional sense is fun and engaging, campers will use blocks to design and construct a variety of projects. They’ll learn how to paint, sculpt, fabricate jewelry, and design custom household items. Everything that is crafted in this class will be brought home to be shared with families.

The Paintbrush Life is all about painting! Campers will explore acrylic painting through canvas painting, pour painting and mixed media projects. A variety of acrylic mediums will be introduced to create dimension effects and surfaces. Campers will learn to transfer their drawings to canvas with graphite paper to create original works of art! Campers will learn color mixing, shading, and palette knife techniques. Weekly sharing and feedback will be given as well as looking at famous works of art.

In this class campers will learn key skills for hitting, pitching, and fielding from Christopher Motta, former minor leaguer for the Phillies organization as well Australia, Puerto Rico, Taiwan, and Canada. Throughout the class, campers will receive a wealth of knowledge for all positions by performing several different drills designed by the instructor. Campers will also work on agility and eye-hand coordination drills that keep the class interactive and fun. 

Welcome King Pins Bowling Class—a striking adventure for kids eager to learn the ins and outs of one of America’s favorite pastimes! Our bowling class is designed to introduce children to the excitement and skill of the game in a fun and supportive environment. The skilled instructors will lead aspiring bowlers through fundamental techniques, covering everything from ball grip to refining their approach. This comprehensive guidance ensures a strong groundwork for future success in achieving strikes and spares. Campers will learn: • Team building • Lane etiquette • Bowling etiquette • Selecting the right-sized bowling ball The program will include fun challenges. Learning is more enjoyable when it’s paired with excitement! Our class incorporates engaging challenges and mini-games to keep the energy high and the smiles even higher

Earn your driver’s license and explore the exciting world of Mini-B radio controlled cars. At 1/16 scale, this little car packs a full size punch. Small enough to race inside and big enough to race outside. To complement our Mini 4WD program and prepare campers for our Racing Academy, campers are taught how to drive a radio controlled car. Changing variables is the major skill we emphasize. The camper will receive an a new buggy, 2 tools to fix/ tune the car, and 2 batteries. By changing one variable at a time, campers tune their cars to perform at a higher level. These radio controlled cars have replacement parts that the campers learn to change. This class is a great intro to our very popular introduction to racing academy.

Campers will learn to:

• Read and follow instruction manuals • Interpret diagrams • Identify and use tools properly • Identify components, including the names and uses of different screws, washers, bushings, bearings etc. • Alter variables to improve performance • Learn driving skills and racing techniques

This class is designed for campers who have already have a Losi Mini B and wish to spend their time upgrading their cars. This will be done very carefully by first thoroughly cleaning and examining the buggy/truck for wear and tear. The campers will be upgrading their vehicle to a modified racer. The upgrades are designed to bring the Losi Mini B to a new level of competition. Included materials: suspension upgrades, rx, servo, and motor.

Focused around the infamous Traxxas Slash, the campers will be disassembling a truck according to instructions that we have developed ourselves. This class is great for those who want to take that first step into the hobby, the Slash is very straight-forward and is nearly indestructible (we jumped it off a two story roof and it was fine!) After completion, the campers will be able to use our off road track to participate in organized racing events with many of the other Slash trucks at camp. We’ve built about 900 Slashes since we introduced it to our camp many years ago so we’re certainly experts on this particular chassis.