Ready to level up your coding skills? In this class, we will recreate arcade games of luck and skill with LEGO® EV3 robots. Students will learn how to code with sensors to create games like pinball, claw machine, fortune wheel, and more! At the end of the week, students will have a game showcase where guests will be able to playtest the class' games.

Join us for an exciting week of chess where players of all levels can explore, learn, and grow their skills! This camp is perfect for newcomers looking to master the basics and for intermediate players eager to sharpen their strategies. Whether you enjoy chess for fun or are ready to compete, this camp offers something for everyone. Learn key tactics like pins, forks, skewers, discoveries, sacrifices, and defending against powerful attacks. Develop a solid understanding of chess fundamentals and practice real-game scenarios to elevate your game. Participants will be grouped by skill level, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment to practice strategies, expand critical thinking, and build confidence. The week will culminate in a friendly in-class tournament where players can showcase their progress and enjoy the thrill of competition. Led by Chess Master Jason Clark and his expert team, this camp promises to be both educational and fun.

Fundamentals of Game Design, and 3D Rendering & Printing

For the young strategist! During this camp, we will focus on the fundamentals of popular games. Join us for a fun-filled week of gaming in a controlled environment where nothing is for keeps! Campers will learn problem-solving and strategy skills, while practicing good sportsmanship and teamwork.

Learn how to work with others to create original games using the latest state-of-the-art technology.

Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full day kids should bring a lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards!

Become a STEM innovator! The Maryville Coding Camp offers a week-long 1/2 day program crafted to enhance students' understanding of coding and its applications in the contemporary world. This year, participants will engage in hands-on activities using state-of-the-art technologies. Students can choose from a diverse range of coding activities, including crafting music with Python code, delving into Game Design, and exploring various other coding experiences.

Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full day kids should bring a lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards!

Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full day kids should bring a lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards!

Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full day kids should bring a lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards!

Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full day kids should bring a lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards!

Explore the fascinating world of 3D modeling in our “Intro to 3D modeling and design with SketchUp” class. Students will learn fundamental design principles and 3D modeling basics. SketchUp is simple enough for a beginner to learn, yet powerful enough for use in a variety of professions, including architecture and interior design, video game development, movie set and exhibit design, and for creating and prototyping models for 3D printing. Students may choose their own project or select from options provided. At the end of our class, students will display their digital 3D model or 3D printed prototype in a culminating mini-exhibition. Join us for a dynamic and inspiring course where young minds turn imagination into tangible, three-dimensional wonders!

Explore the fascinating world of 3D modeling in our “Intro to 3D modeling and design with SketchUp” class. Students will learn fundamental design principles and 3D modeling basics. SketchUp is simple enough for a beginner to learn, yet powerful enough for use in a variety of professions, including architecture and interior design, video game development, movie set and exhibit design, and for creating and prototyping models for 3D printing. Students may choose their own project or select from options provided. At the end of our class, students will display their digital 3D model or 3D printed prototype in a culminating mini-exhibition. Join us for a dynamic and inspiring course where young minds turn imagination into tangible, three-dimensional wonders!

Discover the thrilling world of Super Smash Bros., where you can craft and mold your very own Nintendo character. Dive into the realm of Amiibos, AI-powered figurines that are cherished collectibles but often costly. In this course, we'll show you how to unlock the Amiibo magic without breaking the bank, using affordable NFC chips to simulate these coveted figures at home. Each week, you'll embark on a journey to train and refine your fighter, exploring various abilities and strategies to create the ultimate champion. Each participant will create their own amiibo to take home. Immerse yourself in the world of game design, where balance and problem-solving are the keys to success.

Explore the fascinating world of 3D modeling in our “Intro to 3D modeling and design with SketchUp” class. Students will learn fundamental design principles and 3D modeling basics. SketchUp is simple enough for a beginner to learn, yet powerful enough for use in a variety of professions, including architecture and interior design, video game development, movie set and exhibit design, and for creating and prototyping models for 3D printing. Students may choose their own project or select from options provided. At the end of our class, students will display their digital 3D model or 3D printed prototype in a culminating mini-exhibition. Join us for a dynamic and inspiring course where young minds turn imagination into tangible, three-dimensional wonders!