About our Camps
W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Community Robotics is a not-for-profit organization. Since 2014, we have run LEGO robotics summer camps to suit a variety of ages, experience levels, and interests.
We strive to create programs that blend fun activities with engaging lessons and the hands-on application of learning. In our camps, students have the opportunity to work on projects independently and in groups for a well-rounded experience. Our staff is comprised of knowledgeable students and alumni from our robotics teams, and often are able to work one-on-one with students to teach them in their areas of interest.
Summer Day Camp questions can be sent to camp@wafflesrobotics.com. Bursaries are available for families in financial need.
2023 Summer Camp Sessions
Session 1: July 10-14 – Young Innovators A (Ages 4-6 yrs old) * two spots remain
This camp aims to build confidence, learning habits, and teamwork skills with activities designed to harness young minds’ natural curiosity. Using LEGO® DUPLO® and LEGO Six Bricks, campers will explore the world around them, reimagining the places where we live, work and play, and put their superpowered creativity to work to innovate for a better future. A range of fun and educational activities will introduce campers to the world of science, technology, engineering, arts and math!
Session 2: July 17-21 – Explore the World of Energy (Ages 6-9 yrs old) * two spots remain
Together we will learn the importance of “Core Values” as we use LEGO to explore the engineering process and build teamwork skills. This camp is designed to introduce the fundamentals of engineering through real-world problem solving. Using LEGO® bricks and powered by the LEGO® Education SPIKE Essential and WeDo kits, students will learn to design, code, and create unique solutions. A range of fun and educational activities will explore the entire energy journey. Where energy comes from to how energy is used and all the steps in between.
Session 3: July 24-28 – LEGO Challenge, Building Cities of the Future (Ages 9-14 yrs old) * NOW FULL, add name to waitlist
Building, programming and teamwork challenges will provide fun learning opportunities for campers. Students will gain valuable time management, communication and problem solving skills as they design and program their LEGO robots to complete a variety of challenges. A range of fun and educational activities will introduce campers to the world of engineering! How can we shape a better future for everyone? It will take teamwork and imagination. Are you ready to build a better tomorrow together?
Session 4: August 7-11 – Young Innovators B (Ages 4-6 yrs old) * two spots remain
This camp aims to build confidence, learning habits, and teamwork skills with activities designed to harness young minds’ natural curiosity. Using LEGO® DUPLO® and LEGO Six Bricks, campers will explore the world around them, reimagining the places where we live, work and play, and put their superpowered creativity to work to innovate for a better future. A range of fun and educational activities will introduce campers to the world of science, technology, engineering, arts and math!
Session 5: August 14-18 – LEGO Explorers, MISSION MOON (Ages 6-9 yrs old) * NOW FULL, add name to waitlist
In the FIRST® LEGO League Mission Moon camp, your child will learn about living on the moon and the associated challenges. Campers work in teams to construct and program a moving LEGO model to show what they learned! At the end of the week, campers have the opportunity to share their projects in a friendly setting. Fun games and activities throughout the week keep their minds sharp and bodies active. This camp is a great introduction to basic programming, building, and engineering techniques, while developing teamwork and communication skills. It’s the perfect balance of fun and education!
Session 6: August 21-25 – LEGO STEAM Stimulation (Ages 9-14 yrs old) * two spots remain
In this camp, participants will learn all about STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! Each day introduces a different letter of the acronym and campers complete various projects related to the field. Campers have the flexibility to keep their projects simplistic, or add on something more advanced! Hands-on activities and lessons with engaging applications make this camp a great balance between fun and educational. This camp also provides an introduction to basic and more advanced programming techniques while strengthening soft skills including teamwork and communication.
Session Details
- Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 4:00pm
- Cost: $315
- Location: 115 Barrack Street, Second Level
- Food: Students need to bring their own (nut free) lunch, morning and afternoon snack.
No experience necessary, just an eagerness to learn and the ability to focus!
Spaces are only considered secured upon receipt of payment and email confirmation. W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Community Robotics reserves the right to cancel and refund payment due to unforeseen circumstances.
Please pay using one of the two methods outline below. We will email you a confirmation once received.
1) Send an e-transfer to info@wafflesrobotics.com and put your child’s name in the description/notes section.
OR
2) Write a cheque made payable to W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Community Robotics and mailed care of: 1370 Sunnyside Road, Kingston, Ontario K7L 4V4. Please put your child’s name in memo section.
Camp Coordinator
Meet Cynthia!
Cynthia is a Computer Science student at Queen’s University. She has been involved with robotics since 2018 and joined W.A.F.F.L.E.S. as a FIRST Robotics Competition mentor in 2022. In her free time, Cynthia enjoys web development, dance, video games, and crocheting. She looks forward to leading the W.A.F.F.L.E.S. summer camps and inspiring the younger generation to pursue STEM!
If additional information is required please email camp@wafflesrobotics.com. All profits will go to support our community-based Robotics Team for high school students in the Kingston area.