STEAM Summer Camps

Get ready for a week full of bubbling potions, colorful reactions, and hands-on science fun! At our Chemistry Camp for rising 2-3rd graders, young scientists will explore the amazing world of chemistry through exciting experiments and activities. From creating fizzy explosions to making slime, kids will discover how everyday ingredients can work together to create magical reactions. Come join us for a blast of fun and learning!

Get ready to be creative and make awesome projects, while bringing out your inner engineer! From designing marshmallow catapults to creating your own wooden houses, every day is packed with hands-on experiments and challenges. Tinker with cool materials and learn how real engineers bring ideas to life! If you love building, exploring, and a little bit of messy science, this is the camp for you!

There are a few things that humans can’t live without, and one of them is food. But, have you ever wondered how we taste things, or how that slice of chocolate cake becomes energy? This week, kids will learn about the physical, chemical, and biological components of the food that we know and love. We will learn about calorimetry, digestion, food composition, taste, and where our food comes from. Join us for a flavorful week of fun!

Using the latest LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Robotics kits, campers will develop basic robot design and coding skills as they design, build, and program a robot to complete fun daily challenges. Through the engineering design process, campers will build problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork skills they can use for life!

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Grab your safety goggles and get ready to build! Join our hands-on camp for little makers, where kids bring their creativity to life using real tools and machines! With expert guidance in a safe, engaging environment, they’ll gain confidence, problem-solving skills, and a love for making things with their own hands. Get ready for a summer of creativity, discovery, and sawdust-filled fun!

Ahoy, mateys! Embark on an exciting and unforgettable journey full of nautical science and crafts, treasure maps, and fun pirate games and challenges! Whether it’s engineering a pirate ship, building your own spyglass or charting the unknown, Pirate Camp has something for all aspiring buccaneers. Unleash your creativity and prepare for waves of fun as you join fellow shipmates for a week of problem-solving adventure!

Get ready for a fun science adventure! Join us as we explore topics like biology, chemistry, astronomy, food science, and more! We’ll learn about cool animals and plants, learn about the stars and planets in our sky, creating crazy chemical experiments, and even discover the science behind our favorite foods. Come along and see how science is all around us every day!

Get ready for a week of hands-on fun in science, technology, engineering, art, and math! In this exciting camp, young innovators will build structures, launch rockets, create colorful art with chemistry, and explore the wonders of the world around them. With cool experiments, creative projects, and awesome challenges every day, campers will think like scientists, invent like engineers, and create like artists. STEAM learning has never been this fun!

Step into a world where magic meets science! At Wizarding STEM Summer Camp, young wizards and witches will brew potions, engineer enchanted artifacts, and explore mythical creatures! With hands-on experiments, spellbinding challenges, and magical discoveries, campers will uncover the real-world science behind their favorite wizarding wonders. Join us for a summer of learning, creativity, and adventure—no wand required!

Campers will learn the basics of color theory, composition, value, and form while experimenting with a wide range of materials and techniques. From painting and drawing to sculpting with clay, woodworking, laser cutting, and 3D printing, this camp blends traditional and modern art-making for a unique creative and fun experience. 

Racers, ready your engines! We are driving full speed into a week filled with mechanical fun! Join us as we learn how different mechanical contraptions all impact the way we move. By utilizing engineering concepts such as aerodynamics, propulsion, and suspension we will unveil the secrets of automotive dynamics- where fun and education seamlessly accelerate into the future of mechanics. We’ll end the week with a Motorhead Meet Up where campers and parents are invited to check out some cool cars!

Throughout the week, campers will explore a variety of Biology fields from Botany to Marine Biology to Microbiology and beyond. Creating a giant cell model, 3D printing DNA, inspecting organisms under microscopes, and studying sea animals are just a taste of what campers can expect in this hands on camp!

Have you ever wanted to bust a myth? Step into the shoes of a real debunker, and join us for an adventure uncovering urban legends and common claims and misconceptions! Utilizing Fab Lab machines, tools, and the scientific method, we will discover if the rumors are to be trusted… or busted. Join us on a quest to decipher fact from fiction!

Paging Camp MD! In this hands-on, immersive camp, young medical minds will step into the shoes of real doctors, working together to solve exciting medical cases. Each day, campers will tackle new “patient” mysteries, diagnose illnesses, respond to emergencies, and save lives. By the end of the week, campers will have a deeper appreciation for medicine, science, and the incredible ways doctors and scientists keep the world healthy! Parents are invited to a White Coat Ceremony on Friday to celebrate campers’ medical achievements.

Why can’t you trust an atom? Because they make everything up! In this camp, young chemists will explore how molecules affect materials that change, mix, and react. From making gases appear to discovering the power of acids and bases, campers will have a blast experimenting with real science! Join us and your mind will explode!

Get ready to dive into the exciting world of computers and become a real coder! Campers will build skills using Python language by drawing awesome designs with code and building projects like hangman, a dice game and more. Plus, they’ll get introduced to Java, another powerful coding language used by pros around the world! From colorful computer graphics to coding epic adventures, this camp is all about creativity, problem-solving, and, of course, FUN!

Locks, keys, gadgets, and blueprints—this camp has it all with an engineering twist! Campers will put their problem-solving and design skills to the test as they build, tinker, and solve hands-on challenges to crack codes, unlock doors, and escape from villains. Along the way, they’ll explore real engineering concepts, boost their critical thinking, and learn how engineers solve problems in the real world. Are you ready to build your escape? The clock is ticking!

Can’t decide what sparks your curiosity most? Whether it’s the land beneath your feet, the ocean all around us, or the vast sky above, this camp has something for everyone. Explore Florida from every angle—discover the architectural beauty of the Ringling Bridge, unravel the intricate workings of the Everglades, and dive into the incredible discoveries at Kennedy Space Center. From the wonders of our oceans to the marvels of space, you’ll experience the many sides of Florida and develop a deeper love for our one-of-a-kind state!

Become a detective and scientist for the week as you unravel the murder mystery of the year! Not only will you get the chance to interview suspects and document findings, but you’ll also learn how to analyze fingerprints, match DNA, and use the laser cutter machines to create various tools to open locked boxes. Come and join us for an unforgettable week of investigation and creation!

Unleash your inner mad scientist and learn the science of the mayhem! Delve into never-ending fun and extraordinary experiments— think bubbling potions, color-changing fire, and fizzy chemical reactions. Mad scientists will also be able to use the machines to make their own wacky and imaginative inventions. Join us for a week of endless possibilities of pure science and imagination!

MakerSports brings the thrill of the game to the workshop! Just like traditional sports, teamwork, strategy, and skill matter but at the Fab Lab, you also get to be coach, player and equipment designer. Utilizing cutting-edge software and machines, we’ll design and prototype our very own gear, and then put it to the test! Get ready to step off the sidelines and bring your A-game.

Houston, we have a solution! This camp is designed for young space enthusiasts who want to explore the wonders of our universe. Over the course of the camp, kids will get the opportunity to learn about space, planets, stars, and galaxies through a range of interactive and engaging activities. Get ready to blast off into a world of exploration and wonder during this very special mission.

Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality with your own two hands and discover the exciting world of woodworking?! Over the course of the week, campers will explore the fundamentals of woodworking and hone valuable skills such as shop safety, problem-solving and teamwork as they craft their own unique creations. Sharpen your chisels and fire up your imagination!

Dive into the world of 3D printing and computer-aided design (CAD), explore how to model and create entirely through software! Discover the practical and real-world applications of 3D printing and apply your learnings to create your own projects. At the end of the week, you’ll have fancy new prints to show off and build skills crucial for nearly any field of engineering.

Aerospace Engineering camp is an exciting, hands-on program designed to ignite a passion for science and engineering. Campers will learn how to create their own rocket ignition, propulsion and test systems, all while having a blast. With a fun and engaging curriculum, this camp is perfect for budding scientists who love to explore the world of rocketry. Camp led by Fab Lab’s Rocketry Club, TeamTrueFire!

We might be able to see the world through our eyes, but how can computers see if they don’t have eyes? Learn more about deep learning and the fascinating branch of AI known as Computer Vision in this camp. Campers will explore different computer vision models and even modify them. From a real-time detector to custom projects, every student will get to leave with a project they love!

In this hands-on camp, students will dive deep into machine learning as they design and build their own AI projects — from creating chatbots that hold real conversations and generating unique pieces of AI art. Campers will explore how AI recognizes patterns, makes decisions, and even creates original content, all while discussing the ethics and exciting possibilities shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Perfect for curious minds ready to design, build, and unleash their creativity with cutting-edge technology.

Let’s travel the world through architecture! In this hands-on camp, students will explore iconic architectural styles from different cultures and regions. Each day focuses on a new region and design style, from Mid-Century Modern homes in America to the delicate art of Japanese woodworking. By the end of the week, students will combine their creativity and new skills to design and build their very own town, blending elements from different architectural styles across the globe. Perfect for creative minds who love building, designing, and exploring new cultures!

Join us for an exhilarating week exploring the many facets of civil engineering. Kids will collaborate to design, construct, and solve real-world problems. Through teamwork and creativity, they’ll learn transportation design, structural engineering, urban planning, and more! By the end of the week, they’ll bring everything together and build their very own fully functional model city!

What powers your favorite games, TV, or phone? Coding does! In this summer camp, students will dive into the exciting world of computer programming by learning two of the most popular languages — Python and Java. They’ll get creative with Pygame to design simple games and explore basic IT skills like Nmap to understand how networks function. It’s a fun, hands-on coding and tech exploration week to spark curiosity and build valuable skills!

Step into a world of heroes, villains, and epic quests at Dungeons & Dragons and LARP (Live Action Role Playing) camp! Whether you’re rolling dice around the table or wielding foam swords in a live-action battle, this camp brings fantasy to life. Craft your own characters, learn how to play the game, and use your engineering skills to bring your characters to life. At the end of the week, campers will use the skills they’ve learned to engage in an electrifying live-action contest of their own design! Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or new to the realm, join us for a week of epic quests, daring battles, and unforgettable stories!

Power up your curiosity and spark your creativity! This camp is the perfect outlet for campers to explore the science and applications of electricity. We will be working with simple circuits, learning about currents, and using our new knowledge to build and race cars. It’s sure to be electric!

Boom! Pow! Get ready to ignite excitement and curiosity in this fiery camp. Sparks will ignite as campers discover the science behind combustion and chemical reactions through projects like making flamethrowers, rainbow flames, and extinguishing with labmade fire-fighting foam! What better way for campers to further their knowledge of chemistry than with a bang? It’s sure to be a blazing good time!

One thing is certain about our environmental future: technology and nature will have to work together. Spend a week learning how Ecology, Marine Biology, Meteorology, Forestry, and more collide. Using Fab Lab machines and tools, campers will showcase creativity and problem-solving skills while making take-home projects to reduce their own carbon footprint.

What makes up the human body? Come find out at the lab! Through non-human dissection, microscopy, and hands-on experiences, campers will be exposed to the intricacies of human biology and anatomy. From examining bones and muscles to learning how the heart beats and lungs breathe, campers will get hands-on experience and a true taste of what it’s like to be a scientist!

You’ve got an idea, we’ve got the equipment and know-how to help you bring it to life! Dive into a world of inventiveness, hands-on design, and FABrication in Machine Madness summer camp. Middle school students will learn how to use software like CorelDraw and Autodesk Fusion 360 to digitize their project ideas, then learn to use machines like laser cutters, vinyl cutters, 3D printers and more to make them happen!

Lights! Camera! Action! Every musical, play, or movie, has so much science and engineering behind it. For every actor on stage, there’s a team of people behind the scenes! In this camp, middle schoolers will learn about prop design, production design, set dressing, wardrobe, stage makeup and more. Together, campers and volunteers will put on a FABulous show that you’re all invited to!

Get ready to bend, break, stretch and test your way through an exciting week of Material Science! In this camp, you’ll explore the amazing properties of the materials that make up our manmade world. From metals to textiles to composites, campers will use Fab Lab machines to apply their knowledge to practical projects and experiments. This camp is sure to materialize into an unforgettable experience!

Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality with your own two hands and discover the exciting world of woodworking?! Over the course of the week, campers will explore the fundamentals of woodworking and hone valuable skills such as shop safety, problem-solving and teamwork as they craft their own unique creations. Sharpen your chisels and fire up your imagination! You woodn’t want to miss it!

Camp grade levels are determined by the grade your child is entering in the 2025-2026 school year. Please abide by rising grade levels or your registration will be cancelled.

The registration portal has the most up-to-date information on sold-out camps.

Check-in will be at 8:30am (or 1:30pm for afternoon sessions) at the rear of the Fab Lab (4452 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233). Volunteers and/or staff will help you check-in your child outside. Please arrive on time each day so the schedule is not disrupted. You are also required to sign your child out when picking them up at 12:30pm (or 5:30pm for afternoon sessions).

Camps at Suncoast Polytechnical High School: Check-in will take place Monday-Thursday at 8:30am in the main office of Suncoast Polytechnical High School School (4650 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231). Pick up is at the same location at 12:30pm. Please note that camp will be held at the Fab Lab on Fridays (4452 S Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233) with the same check-in/out times.

If someone other than you will be picking up your child, please notify staff at check-in so they can be added to your account.

Your child will receive suitable safety gear when using machines or performing experiments and will always be supervised by a certified volunteer or staff member.

Our lab and equipment undergo professional cleaning and sanitization every night using EPA-approved products. Antibacterial hand soap and hand sanitizer is readily available throughout the lab.

Please keep your child’s profile in the registration portal updated with the latest medical, allergy, and emergency contact information. If your child has specific triggers, anxieties, or fears, feel free to note them in the system.

Students should wear comfortable, non-baggy, casual clothing along with closed-toe/closed-heel gym or tennis shoes. Crocs, open-toe sandals or flip flops are NOT permitted for safety reasons. Campers arriving with open-toe shoes will require a closed-toe pair before participating in camp activities. Dangling jewelry should be removed and long hair should be tied back when using machines.

We kindly ask that personal items other than snacks not be brought to the lab unless approved by Fab Lab staff. This includes toys, games, blankets, or electronics.

Don’t forget to pack a snack or lunch for your child to enjoy during our daily snack time. Please send them with a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated at our water station. We do not provide snacks, so please send your child with something to fuel their creativity!

Completion of Waiver of Liability, Media Release and Authorization forms are mandatory for your child’s participation in Fab Lab Summer Camps. You were required to acknowledge these forms during camp registration.

To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 14 days prior to your enrolled camp session. Cancellations made less than 14 days from the camp session qualify for a 50% refund. All cancellations and refunds are subject to a $10 processing fee. Please submit cancellation requests in writing to info@suncoastscience.org or by calling 941-840-4394; voicemail cancellations will not be accepted. No-shows are not eligible for refunds. There are no refunds for missed camp time due to late drop-off, early pick-up, absence, or removal due to behavioral issues.

You will NOT be charged when adding yourself to a camp waitlist. Students on the waitlist will be notified in the order they were added to the waitlist if a spot becomes available. We will notify you as early as possible by phone or email if there is an opportunity to move off the waitlist and include instructions on how to process your camp payment.

For each student to have a positive, safe experience in our summer camps, we have established the following expectations:

1. Always listen to and follow the instructions of your camp instructors.
2. Walking is our preferred mode of transportation while in the lab. No running please!
3. No food or drink (including candy and gum) is allowed in classoom or machine areas unless agreed upon with staff or volunteers. The snack/lunch you bring will be set aside for snack time.
4. The Golden Rule… Treat others as you would like to be treated! This means raising your hand to speak, respecting others’ personal space and keeping your hands to yourself, being considerate, kind and helpful, using appropriate language, etc.
5. Treat our machines and tools respectfully… like they are your own!
6. We have multiple camps running each week. Please be sure to stay with your group at all times and never leave the building without a volunteer or staff member.

To maintain a safe and welcoming learning environment, we implement a Three Strikes policy in relation to the above expectations.

• Reminder: The student will receive a reminder of our expectations.

• Warning: The student will be removed from camp activities temporarily.

• Action: We will discuss the student’s behavior when you pick up your child. This is the student’s first strike.

If the behavior continues, we will contact you during camp hours for further discussion. You may be required to pick up your child at this time. This is the student’s second strike.

If the behavior ceases to stop after the first two strikes, we will contact you to immediately pick up your child from camp. This is the student’s third and final strike and they will not be permitted to return to camp.

In rare circumstances, we reserve the right to bypass the above policy and immediately dismiss a camper if we deem the behavior or actions too severe for them to continue.