– BOOTCAMPS –
Your Teen Will Transform Their Gaming Passion Into Valuable Skills In Just One Weekend
Our Game Development Foundations coding bootcamp is an intensive 3-day program where high school students (ages 14-18) build their own playable video game.
Students will be introduced to the basics of game design, coding, and use of a game engine.
With small class sizes, students receive focused instruction in a collaborative, hands-on environment.
By Sunday afternoon, your teen will have transformed from game player to game creator, equipped with valuable STEAM skills and a project they can showcase and continue to build on.
Bootcamps will be held at:
MVCC’s thINCubator, in Utica, NY.
More details on the sign up pages:
SESSION #1
July 18, 19, 20
Ages 14-18
$345
SESSION #2
July 25, 26, 27
Ages 14-18
$395
SESSION #3
Aug 1, 2, 3
Ages 14-18
$395
WHAT YOUR TEEN WILL ACCOMPLISH
✅ Build their own playable 2D game from concept to completion
✅ Learn professional tools (Godot Engine) used by real developers
✅ Gain portfolio project to showcase for college applications
✅ Discover potential career paths in the $200+ billion gaming industry
✅ Connect with like-minded peers in a collaborative environment
MOST IMPORTANTLY:
They’ll shift from being passive consumers to active creators, empowered to build the experiences they can envision.
When your teen learns game development, they’re gaining skills that transfer to any STEAM field:
- Problem-solving and computational thinking
- Creative expression through digital art and storytelling
- Project management through completing real projects
- Technical proficiency in programming and software development
PERFECT TIMING
The average college course costs over $1,000, yet many freshmen struggle without foundational skills. Our bootcamps give your teen a head start, helping them discover their aptitudes before making major educational investments.
What’s Included:
- 13 hours of expert in-person instruction
- Take-home resources for continued learning
- Certificate of completion
- Digital portfolio assets
- Lunch and snacks included each day
EXCEPTIONAL VALUE
At $395 for the full 3-day program:
- $30 per hour of expert instruction
- Compare to $500-1000+ for similar university workshops
- In-person instruction
- Rapid skill acquisition