Since 1998, White Water Learning Center of Georgia has introduced more kids to whitewater kayaking than any other instructional program in Georgia.

The goal of our summer day camp program is to provide an enjoyable and challenging experience for kids in a natural environment. We emphasize proper paddling technique and have developed simplified instructional methods to assure success. Whitewater kayaking is a skill that requires balance and coordination more than strength and is an activity that can be mastered by most kids who are in reasonably good physical shape. However, many of the techniques involved in the sport are counter-intuitive and require working with an experienced instructor to learn them. WWLC instructors have many years of whitewater teaching experience and many are involved with kids as school teachers and scout leaders. Each session is led by a American Canoe Association-certified whitewater kayak instructor.

The format for the five fun-filled days is to spend two days at Allatoona Lake and the last three days on scenic Class I and II sections of the Chattahoochee and other rivers.

The first thing we do is outfit each camper with the proper-sized gear. We have several models of small volume kayaks for children and youths in the 50 to 125 pound weight range, along with youth-sized paddles, life vests and helmets. This is top quality equipment from manufacturers such as Perception, Dagger, Werner and Lotus. We also have adult-sized gear for big kids.

On the lake, campers become comfortable with their kayaks in the water and learn to get out properly when they turn over. We intersperse teaching paddling technique with playing games and take frequent breaks. On the first river day, we emphasize basic boat control-- going straight, avoiding obstacles, stopping by turning into eddies, etc. By Friday, the kids will have learned all the basic skills and we make the last day a "fun run" with a minimum of drills.

We introduce river safety and related topics at "teachable moments" during the week, rather than through formal lectures. All instructors hold current First Aid and CPR certifications and most have had specific training in river rescue techniques.

WWLC provides transportation each day from our headquarters location near Lenox Square and from a designated point just north of I-285. Further out pick-up and drop-off points en route to the day's teaching venue can also be arranged

We furnish all required kayak equipment: boat, paddle, helmet, personal floatation device (PFD), spray skirt, paddling jacket, water bottle and nose clips. The price also includes daily van transportation. It does not include any meals. Parents should pack a lunch, snacks and a beverage each day.

After attending camp, kayakers will be qualified to go on our biweekly one-day guided trips on class I-II rivers. These trips are usually led by an American Canoe Association-certified WWLC kayak instructor.

“I’ve always wanted to make my own video game—like the ones I play at home. I had no idea where to start. After coming to the iD Gaming Academy, now I know what I want to study in college.” -Peter, Student

Game On! Learn first-hand from faculty with game development experience how industry professionals create premier commercial video games. During this 2-week teen program, ages 13-18 are immersed in the dynamic world of video game development, learning 3D Modeling with Maya®, Level Design with Unreal® Engine 3 or Game Programming for Xbox® 360. Get ready for gaming fun with late-night NVIDIA-hosted gaming tournaments and LAN parties! You'll also tour a major game development studio. Students can opt to receive College Continuing Studies credit. iD Gaming Academy locations include Stanford University, Emory University and Villanova University.

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iD Gaming Academy Courses:

GAME MODELING WITH MAYA® - Updated!
New this season, each student will run Autodesk® Maya® Unlimited. This awesome summer video game camp for teens uses Maya, the professional-grade, industry standard program used by big-name game studios and movie houses. Autodesk tools are used to develop 90% of contemporary video games and provide one of the leading effects packages used in The Lord of the Rings™, Spider-Man®, Star Wars® and other blockbuster films.

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Additional technology and game development programs are available at over 60 prestigious universities nationwide. These programs include the iD Film Academy, iD Programming Academy and weeklong kids’ camps and teen camps at the flagship iD Tech Camps (America’s #1 Tech Camp).


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The Chinese Shaolin Center Intown is offering two summer camps this year. Don't miss this chance for your kids to: improve fitness, build character, learn responsibility, increase focus and have fun with traditional Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu! Both camps (July 22-26 and July 13-17) are for children ages 7-11 and run from 9am to 3pm. Learn more by calling 404.872.3978.

The Spruill Center for the Arts offers theme-based camp sessions in the visual and performing arts.

Visual arts campers are encouraged to have fun while exploring their creativity. Projects may include painting, pottery, sculpture, papier-mache, collage, printmaking, jewelry making, drawing, origami, and tie-dye. Campers will exhibit their work at the end of the session.
Performing arts campers will learn techniques in dramatics, creative movement, music, song, dance, puppetry, masks, and prop-making. They will perform in an informal production at the end of the session.

DOES YOUR TEEN KNOW OW TO EARN,SAVE AND INVEST? At YoungBiz Atlanta,we make it fun and exciting for our 13-19 yr olds to learn about money and business!.Our innovative 3-5 day camps are hands on training for teens that will empower and equip them for the real world. Please call or email us for more information.

If your interested in becoming a Model, Fashion Designer or stylist. This summer you get the chance to make your dream come true. We have fashion focused learning activities for ages 8-16. From day 1 camppers will learn the basics of sewing and by the completion of their camp session students will have completed a fashion garmet. All campers will have the opportunity to engage in a fashion show and compete for wonderful fashion related prizes. Don't allow your child to miss the chance of a lifetime as we bring your childs dream to life.

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During the Better Investing camps, using the National Association of Investors (NAIC) tried and true approach to investing, campers learn to recognize trends in the stock market, invest in steady growth companies, evaluate mutual funds, minimize risk, and build a balanced investment portfolio. As an added bonus, they also learn practical money management, budgeting, and how to avoid the overuse of credit.

YoungBiz 'Trep camp encourages teens to take charge of the future and lead by example. Lean all areas of starting and running a youth-operated business with everything from a business plan to a web site and marketing materials.

Camps will be held this summer in Atlanta, Houston, New York, Orlando, San Francisco, Chicago, and St. Paul. For exact dates, check the YoungBiz web site or call 1-888-KIDSWAY ext. 17.

The mission of the Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) is to provide the highest quality educational and social opportunities for academically gifted and talented students through programs designed to meet their abilities and needs.

SIG at Emory University, GA, provides academically advantanced students in grades 4-11 with an exciting and challenging educational experience.

The program combines remarkable academic courses with cultural, social, and recreational opportunities. The academic program is central to the design and purpose of SIG. Our programs provide students with academic challenges designed to fit their abilities and interests. It also provides them with the opportunity to engage with other students who have similar abilities and interests. Because of our small classes, low teacher-student ratio, and the presence of an assistant in every class, we are able to individualize the program for each and every student.

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