Campers get to use real tools to build a life-size catapult and then battle with water balloons, offering a unique blend of practical engineering and exciting application.
The Mission Valley YMCA's Build, Test, Battle Camp offers middle schoolers a hands-on introduction to the engineering design process. Campers will engage in designing, prototyping, and testing their own creations, with a particular focus on constructing a life-size catapult. Through this project, they will explore fundamental scientific principles such as tension and trajectory. The camp emphasizes practical skills, providing a safety lesson and the opportunity to use real tools like saws, drills, and sanders to build a 2-3 foot tall catapult. The week culminates in an exciting team challenge where campers unleash water balloons from their creations, putting their engineering skills to the ultimate test. This camp fosters innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork in a fun and engaging environment.
A typical day involves campers learning about the engineering process, designing and prototyping their builds, participating in safety lessons for tool usage, and constructing a life-size catapult.
This camp is best for young builders and future engineers who enjoy hands-on projects, experimenting with ideas, and working in teams.
5505 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92110
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