Game Design
Enter the Matrix and master the language of computers all while planning, designing, and bringing your very own video game to life! Game Design focuses on skills related to computer programming and software implementation, specifically targeting the development of video games. Campers will learn how to create objects, characters, game interactions, controls, and more. In addition, non-programming skills related to gaming will be developed, such as conceptualizing gameplay and themes. Also included: late-night activities, special visitors, and possibly even painting the Cannon.
This camp is capped at 10 campers per session, and primarily takes place indoors aside from lunch & breaks.
Availability
Check back for Summer 2026!
Pricing
- Camp: $375/week
- Extended Care: $75/week (pre- and post-camp flat fee)
- *NEW* Need financial support? Apply for a Creative Encounters bursary fund
Location
This camp is held at University of Guelph’s main campus, primarily in the Albert A. Thornborough building.
Hours
- This camp runs from Monday to Friday
- Regular Hours:
- Drop-off is between 8:45 AM and 9:00 AM
- Pick-up is 4:00 PM sharp.
- Extended Care (optional):
- Pre-camp supervision from 8:10 AM to 9:00 AM
- Post-camp supervision from 4:00 PM to 4:50 PM
- Camps for grades 2-8 are 5-day programs
- Camp for grades 9-10 is a 10-day program that runs back-to-back across two weeks (with a break over the weekend)
Pick Up & Drop Off
- Campers in the Grades 6-10 may be authorized by a parent/guardian to Self Sign-Out
- A parent/guardian can authorize their Grades 6-10 camper to sign out a younger sibling
Lunch & Snacks
- Campers will have an hour for lunch in addition to a morning and an afternoon snack break
- Lunch and snacks will be eaten outdoors whenever possible
Information Package
All registrants will receive a Pre-Camp Package 1 week before camp that will contain:
- All necessary details and forms needed to attend camp
- Exact pick-up and drop-off details
- Sign-out and self sign-out authorizations
- Medical information
- Special considerations form
- and more!
Important Notes
- "Grade" refers to the grade your child will enter this fall
- Creative Encounters reserves the right to remove your child from camp if you have registered them for the incorrect grade
- Need help Registering for camp? Read our How To Register Guide
- Need to cancel or transfer? Read our Cancellation & Transfers Policy