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. Throughout the program, campers will have opportunities to engage with UofG computer science and/or software engineering mentors, gaining insight into those fields.

Expect to See

Hands-on computer programming focused on video game development, designing characters, objects, and interactive game environments, coding gameplay mechanics, controls, and player interactions, creative planning of game themes, stories, and user experience, and opportunities to learn from University of Guelph computer science and/or software engineering mentors!

Availability

July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 10-14, August 17-21 (P.A.G.E.S), August 24-28

This camp is capped at 10 campers per session to maximize 1-on-1 support, and primarily takes place indoors aside from lunch and snack breaks.

P.A.G.E.S. Details

P.A.G.E.S. stands for Promoting Awareness for Girls in Engineering and Science, and is our specialized program for all femme-identyfing and non-binary youth! During P.A.G.E.S. takeover weeks, campers can participate in extra-special activities designed specifically for them, taking place on the Thursday of the camp week.
As part of the Thursday programming, Grades 2-3 participants enjoy a special pizza party during lunch, offering a fun and social way to build connections. Older participants in Grades 4-5 and 6-8 are invited to stay for an evening pizza “dinner” and extended activities, with programming running until 8 p.m.
Each P.A.G.E.S. camp will include a mentor visit from femme-identifying or non-binary topic experts from UofG or the Guelph community, offering a unique opportunity to learn about STEM from like-minded individuals!

Pricing

Camp: $450/week
Extended Care: $85/week (flat fee for pre and post-camp hours)
*NEW* Need financial support? Apply for Free to Grow funding

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 Grades 6-10 may be authorized by a parent/guardian to Self Sign-Out (meaning a parent/guardian does not need to sign those campers out at the end of the day)
A parent/guardian can authorize their Grade 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 one 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