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3... 2... 1... Blast Off into Flight Academy! Ready for takeoff? Campers will become junior aerospace engineers as they explore the thrilling science of flight and space! Get hands-on designing and testing awesome paper airplanes, building kites that soar, and constructing parachutes for safe landings. Discover the secrets of lift, drag, thrust, and gravity as we launch powerful stomp rockets and water bottle rockets! We'll even investigate how wings work using Bernoulli's principle and journey beyond our atmosphere by building models of planets and constellations. Join us for a high-flying week of building, testing, launching, and learning!

Encourage curiosity and build self confidence in your preschooler through art, science exploration, play and more. Teachers also read children's books that explore and nurture key social and emotional skills. Engage in activities that require cooperation.

Drone Explorers: STEM Missions is an exciting indoor program for students in grades 4–8. Kids will learn to fly and code real drones while solving hands-on, real-world challenges. Each session blends science, technology, and teamwork in a fun and engaging way. No prior experience is needed—just curiosity and creativity. All equipment is provided, and classes are held safely indoors.

Drone Explorers: STEM Missions is an exciting indoor program for students in grades 4–8. Kids will learn to fly and code real drones while solving hands-on, real-world challenges. Each session blends science, technology, and teamwork in a fun and engaging way. No prior experience is needed—just curiosity and creativity. All equipment is provided, and classes are held safely indoors.

In STEM in the Kitchen, students blend creativity, science, and culinary skills as they explore how ingredients come together to create delicious results. Each session features a fun, age-appropriate recipe that reinforces basic STEM concepts like measuring, temperature, and chemical changes—all through low-flame or no-flame cooking that’s safe and classroom-friendly. We provide all ingredients, including fresh items, and all necessary cooking equipment. Only the instructor will operate the induction stove and oven. Recipes will not include common food allergens.

School Skills is an independent drop-off program to build literacy, confidence and social skills needed for preschool, kindergarten and beyond. Children will be participating in tactile activities, story time discussions, music and movement, science experiments, constructing art projects and much much more! Purchase the corresponding pass or membership, THEN reserve your child's spot in the desired class(es) to be attended. You will then be emailed additional information and waivers to sign before your child can attend class.

🔬⚡ Spark Curiosity and Creativity at GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp! Calling all young scientists, inventors, and curious creators! GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp gives kids in grades 1–3 the perfect full-day experience—mornings filled with hands-on experiments and afternoons packed with high-energy All-Sports fun! It’s the best of both worlds: messy, exciting science + active play and teamwork. ⭐ Why Choose GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp? 🔬 Exciting Experiments: From glow-in-the-dark bouncy balls and fizzing erupting volcanoes to DIY kaleidoscopes, campers explore science through fun, creative projects every day. 🧪 Hands-On Discovery: Kids dive into chemistry, physics, and simple engineering—all through playful, age-appropriate activities that inspire confidence and curiosity. 🤝 Teamwork & Collaboration: Campers work together on builds, experiments, and challenges, building social skills and learning how inventions come to life. 📈 Full-Week Progression: Each day adds new skills and new discoveries. Because activities build throughout the week, drop-ins are not available. Camp Details 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full-Day Program) 🔬 Morning: Science Camp (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) 🏅 Afternoon: All-Sports Camp (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM) 📍 Location: The Plex Drop-off: 8:45–9:00 AM at the BACK of The Plex. Pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM at the BACK of The Plex. What to Bring: Comfortable clothes for messy science fun Water bottle Two snacks Lunch GrowFit has over a decade of experience delivering camps that blend learning, movement, and unforgettable fun. Our Science + All-Sports Camp gives kids the perfect balance of discovery, creativity, and active play—they’ll go home excited to tell you everything they built, mixed, erupted, and explored! ⚡ Ready to Discover Something Amazing? Spots are limited—register today! Refunds and Cancellations: 30+ days before camp: Full refund minus 10% fee Within 30 days: Credit for future camp Day-of or after camp begins: Non-refundable

🔬✨ Spark Curiosity at GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp Calling all young scientists and curious creators in grades 1–3! GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp at Valle Verde Elementary is a full day of hands-on discovery, exciting experiments, and high-energy sports fun. Mornings ignite curiosity with messy, magical science—afternoons keep campers moving with our All-Sports program! It’s the perfect blend of brain power and active play. ⭐ Why Choose GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp? 🔬 Exciting Daily Experiments: Campers dive into glow-in-the-dark bouncy balls, erupting volcanoes, colorful kaleidoscopes, slime reactions, and more. 🧪 Hands-On STEM Discovery: Kids explore chemistry, physics, and engineering concepts in a playful, age-appropriate way that sparks creativity and critical thinking. 🤝 Teamwork & Exploration: Campers collaborate on builds, experiments, and challenges—learning cooperation, communication, and problem-solving. 📈 Full-Week Immersion: Experiments progress throughout the week. Drop-ins are not available, ensuring campers get the full experience. 🎉 Active All-Sports Afternoons: After lunch, campers join our All-Sports Camp for games like soccer, basketball, gaga ball, bounce house tag, and more! Camp Details — Walnut Creek 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full-Day Program) 🔬 Morning: Science Camp (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) 🏅 Afternoon: All-Sports Camp (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM) 📍 Location: Valle Verde Elementary School Drop-off: 8:45–9:00 AM at the GrowFit desk in front of the school Pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM at the gymnasium What to Bring: Comfortable clothes (science gets messy!) Water bottle Two snacks Lunch Extra clothes recommended for younger campers With over a decade of experience running fun, engaging, and confidence-building camps, GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp inspires kids to wonder, explore, and discover—while staying active and making new friends. ⚡ Ready to Discover Something Amazing? Spots fill quickly—register today! Refunds and Cancellations 30+ days before camp: Full refund minus a 10% fee Within 30 days: Credit for future GrowFit camps Day-of or after camp begins: Non-refundable

🔬✨ Spark Curiosity at GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp Calling all young scientists and curious creators in grades 1–3! GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp at Valle Verde Elementary is a full day of hands-on discovery, exciting experiments, and high-energy sports fun. Mornings ignite curiosity with messy, magical science—afternoons keep campers moving with our All-Sports program! It’s the perfect blend of brain power and active play. ⭐ Why Choose GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp? 🔬 Exciting Daily Experiments: Campers dive into glow-in-the-dark bouncy balls, erupting volcanoes, colorful kaleidoscopes, slime reactions, and more. 🧪 Hands-On STEM Discovery: Kids explore chemistry, physics, and engineering concepts in a playful, age-appropriate way that sparks creativity and critical thinking. 🤝 Teamwork & Exploration: Campers collaborate on builds, experiments, and challenges—learning cooperation, communication, and problem-solving. 📈 Full-Week Immersion: Experiments progress throughout the week. Drop-ins are not available, ensuring campers get the full experience. 🎉 Active All-Sports Afternoons: After lunch, campers join our All-Sports Camp for games like soccer, basketball, gaga ball, bounce house tag, and more! Camp Details — Walnut Creek 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full-Day Program) 🔬 Morning: Science Camp (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) 🏅 Afternoon: All-Sports Camp (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM) 📍 Location: Valle Verde Elementary School Drop-off: 8:45–9:00 AM at the GrowFit desk in front of the school Pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM at the gymnasium What to Bring: Comfortable clothes (science gets messy!) Water bottle Two snacks Lunch Extra clothes recommended for younger campers With over a decade of experience running fun, engaging, and confidence-building camps, GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp inspires kids to wonder, explore, and discover—while staying active and making new friends. ⚡ Ready to Discover Something Amazing? Spots fill quickly—register today! Refunds and Cancellations 30+ days before camp: Full refund minus a 10% fee Within 30 days: Credit for future GrowFit camps Day-of or after camp begins: Non-refundable

🔬✨ Spark Curiosity at GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp Calling all young scientists and curious creators in grades 1–3! GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp at Valle Verde Elementary is a full day of hands-on discovery, exciting experiments, and high-energy sports fun. Mornings ignite curiosity with messy, magical science—afternoons keep campers moving with our All-Sports program! It’s the perfect blend of brain power and active play. ⭐ Why Choose GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp? 🔬 Exciting Daily Experiments: Campers dive into glow-in-the-dark bouncy balls, erupting volcanoes, colorful kaleidoscopes, slime reactions, and more. 🧪 Hands-On STEM Discovery: Kids explore chemistry, physics, and engineering concepts in a playful, age-appropriate way that sparks creativity and critical thinking. 🤝 Teamwork & Exploration: Campers collaborate on builds, experiments, and challenges—learning cooperation, communication, and problem-solving. 📈 Full-Week Immersion: Experiments progress throughout the week. Drop-ins are not available, ensuring campers get the full experience. 🎉 Active All-Sports Afternoons: After lunch, campers join our All-Sports Camp for games like soccer, basketball, gaga ball, bounce house tag, and more! Camp Details — Walnut Creek 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Full-Day Program) 🔬 Morning: Science Camp (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) 🏅 Afternoon: All-Sports Camp (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM) 📍 Location: Valle Verde Elementary School Drop-off: 8:45–9:00 AM at the GrowFit desk in front of the school Pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM at the gymnasium What to Bring: Comfortable clothes (science gets messy!) Water bottle Two snacks Lunch Extra clothes recommended for younger campers With over a decade of experience running fun, engaging, and confidence-building camps, GrowFit’s Science + All-Sports Camp inspires kids to wonder, explore, and discover—while staying active and making new friends. ⚡ Ready to Discover Something Amazing? Spots fill quickly—register today! Refunds and Cancellations 30+ days before camp: Full refund minus a 10% fee Within 30 days: Credit for future GrowFit camps Day-of or after camp begins: Non-refundable

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn about cuisines of the world and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn the world's cuisines and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn about cuisines of the world and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class.

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn the world's cuisines and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.

Journey to the coldest places on Earth as we blend science and art in this immersive polar-themed series. Students will explore the unique wildlife, extreme environments, and rich history of human exploration in both the Arctic and Antarctic. Through guided lessons and creative projects, we’ll transform scientific observation into expressive artwork. Each week focuses on a new aspect of polar life—from detailed wildlife illustrations of penguins, seals, whales, and arctic foxes, to icy landscape paintings inspired by glaciers, auroras, and drifting ice floes. This theme encourages curiosity, adventure, and careful observation, making it perfect for students who love nature, animals, and scientific discovery as much as they love creative expression.

In the Applied Science Lab, students explore real-world science through fun, hands-on experiments. Each week, they build working projects like helicopters, flashlights, wind turbines, and more using everyday materials. The class encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while teaching core science and engineering concepts. No screens or kits—just engaging, interactive learning. It’s the perfect class for curious kids who love to build, explore, and discover how things work

Get ready for a week packed with creativity, color, and hands-on fun! Our Slime & Ceramics Camp gives young makers the best of both worlds—messy, stretchy, sensational slime and beautifully hand-painted ceramics. From glitter and glow-in-the-dark slimes to fluffy, crunchy, and scented varieties, kids will learn slime-making techniques that spark imagination and sensory play. On the ceramics side, campers can pick from a variety of pieces to paint or try simple clay-building projects that let them express their unique style. With guided instruction, plenty of creative freedom, and a relaxed, supportive atmosphere, every child will finish the week with a collection of custom slimes and ceramic treasures to take home. It’s the perfect blend of art, science, and pure fun—ideal for kids who love to create, experiment, and get a little messy! ​For full day please pack a NUT FREE snack and lunch. Half day only a NUT FREE snack. PLEASE EMAIL A PDF REGISTRATION FORM & MEDICAL PRIOR TO THE START OF CAMP TO bethel@thegigglingpig.com

Build, Explore & Launch Into Space Blast off into a week of space exploration! NASA LEGO Camp lets campers choose a NASA-themed kit and spend the week building their model while learning about the science, engineering, and missions behind it. From rockets to rovers, campers discover how real spacecrafts are designed and assembled—all while developing hands-on STEM skills. Whether they dream of exploring space, love building, or just enjoy creating intricate models, campers will gain confidence as they learn and build like real engineers—and take their completed kit home! All Summer Campers receive a free TCSL t-shirt!

Explore, Investigate & Discover the Inner Workings of Life Dive into the fascinating world of living organisms! This camp lets young scientists explore human and animal biology through hands-on observation, guided dissections, and comparative anatomy. Campers investigate how different species function and uncover the surprising connections between human organ systems and those of animals like frogs, fish, sharks, and fetal pigs. Whether they’re curious about biology, interested in animals, or excited to explore real scientific specimens, campers will build confidence as they investigate the incredible structures and systems that make life possible. All Summer Campers receive a free TCSL t-shirt!

A Week-Long, Hands-On Science + Cooking Adventure! Get ready to mix, measure, taste, and experiment! Kitchen Scientists is the perfect camp for curious kids who love to explore how science comes alive in the kitchen. Throughout this week-long, hands-on camp, young chefs become real scientists as they investigate chemical reactions, experiment with microbes and enzymes, and test their super-taster senses. Each day features a unique science theme, hands-on experiments, and delicious cooking challenges. Campers will end the week with an exciting Cook-Off Competition to show off their new culinary science skills! All Summer Campers receive a free TCSL t-shirt!

Don't toss that bottle! In this awesome session, we're transforming everyday recyclables – plastic bottles, cardboard boxes, caps, tubes, and more – into incredible inventions! Become an eco-inventor as you reimagine "junk" to build amazing robots, unique games, helpful gadgets, or anything else your imagination cooks up. Along the way, we'll explore the science behind the materials – why is cardboard strong? Why is plastic flexible or waterproof? Discover the secrets of materials science while designing cool, planet-friendly creations. Unleash your creativity and learn the power of resourcefulness!