Campers step into the exciting world of competitive archery as they learn proper form, safety rules, and beginner training techniques — all with the  guidance of Coach Wes. This camp blends skill‑building with plenty of fun, giving young archers the chance to grow their confidence, sharpen their focus, and take their best shot in a supportive, high‑energy environment.

This is an outdoor camp, campers should come prepared with sunscreen for outdoor activities. We will have a cooler stocked with ice, water, and Gatorade to keep everyone hydrated throughout the day. Campers will also have access to air‑conditioned spaces, and tents will be set up to provide plenty of shade when we’re outside.

Every child can code! Develop your skills as a young coder by exploring block coding, JavaScript, and Python concepts while making your own playable mini-games. This introductory coding course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through a series of hands-on and engaging learning challenges. Student-created games will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

 In this Black Rocket classic, you will go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design classes and create an immersive 3D world. Students will learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling the flow of gameplay, and storytelling. Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Projects are only compatible with Windows devices. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Ready to stretch your creativity as far as a cartoon smile? At our Caricature Summer Camp, young artists dive into the playful world of exaggerated features, bold lines, and big personality. Campers will learn how to capture expressions, highlight quirks, and turn ordinary faces into hilarious, stylized masterpieces.

From sketching friends to creating over‑the‑top self‑portraits, every day is filled with laughter, creativity, and “wow, that really does look like me!” moments. With guidance from skilled instructors, students sharpen their drawing skills while discovering how fun it is to see the world through a caricature artist’s eyes.

This camp proves that art doesn’t have to be serious to be seriously impressive.

*** This camp is located off campus at Memorial United Methodist Church in Thomasville, NC.

 On the last day of camp campers will participate in a showcase to show off what they have learned throughout the week from 5:30-7:00PM. More information will be sent home on the first day of camp.

Hammertime! Campers will learn the very basics of Carpentry such as reading a tape measure, exploring power tools and the importance of “measure once cut twice” all while completing a project throughout the week! Campers must be rising 9th-12th grade to register.

** This camp is off campus at our Thomasville Education Center located at 305 Randolph St, Thomasville, NC 27360

**Campers will turn at the road just before the Thomasville Education Center ( Carolina Ave.) to access the back of the building, where our large garage doors are located as the entrance of our carpentry shop.

Jump into a world of color, imagination, and hands‑on fun. Campers will dream up their own awesome jewelry designs, sketch out cool prototypes like real inventors, and bring their ideas to life using bright beads, funky loom bands, and tons of crafty materials. From friendship bracelets to wild, one‑of‑a‑kind creations, every day is a chance to make something new, shiny, and totally YOU. It’s the perfect camp for kids who love to create, design, and let their imagination sparkle.

*** This camp is located off campus at Memorial United Methodist Church in Thomasville, NC.

 On the last day of camp campers will participate in a showcase to show off what they have learned throughout the week from 5:30-7:00PM. More information will be sent home on the first day of camp.

Learn how to record, edit, and create music like a pro in this hands‑on Music Production Camp. Campers will explore the basics of digital audio software, experiment with recording techniques, and build their own beats and tracks from scratch. Perfect for students with a passion for making and mixing music, this camp gives young creators the tools and confidence to bring their sound ideas to life.

*** This camp is located off campus at Memorial United Methodist Church in Thomasville, NC.

 On the last day of camp campers will participate in a showcase to show off what they have learned throughout the week from 5:30-7:00PM. More information will be sent home on the first day of camp.

Get ready to see the world through a whole new lens. In this upbeat, hands‑on camp, young photographers learn the basics of great photography—how to frame a shot, play with lighting, capture motion, and tell a story with a single click. Campers will explore creative photo challenges, practice with different subjects, and discover how everyday moments can become amazing images.

*** Cameras are provided but campers are welcome to bring their own. 

*** This camp is located off campus at Memorial United Methodist Church in Thomasville, NC.

 On the last day of camp campers will participate in a showcase to show off what they have learned throughout the week from 5:30-7:00PM. More information will be sent home on the first day of camp.