Accredited by Stanford University, DMA is "The Summer Digital Art and Technology Camp for Kids and Teens!" DMA is ideal for students of all ages wanting exposure to the most relevant software used in Hollywood and the entertainment industry, video game design, and web design while gaining hands-on experience under the eye of accomplished professionals. Whether to explore a possible career path, gain practical skills or just have an incredible time with friends, DMA is unparalleled.

Why kids, teens, and their parents are choosing DMA:
Stanford University accreditation for all teen courses
Balanced experience for kids including outdoor activites
Accomplished instructors
Hands-on, project-based approach using industry-standard, professional software tools
Pre-college experience at campus locations such as Stanford University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Irvine and UC San Diego – 20 locations in the US and Canada
Evening and weekend activities for kids and teens living on campus

COURSES
DMA offers day and overnight courses in weekly and multi-week sessions for youth, age 7-18. DMA courses accommodate a wide variety of digital media interests in a more sophisticated learning environment than other summer computer camps. All courses are project based and taught by accomplished professionals who have a passion for inspiring young minds. An average student to instructor ratio of 6 to 1 allows for plenty of individual attention as students explore, create and immerse themselves in an environment that is more like a production studio than a classroom.

THE TEEN EXPERIENCE
DMA’s teen courses for 2009 include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, 3D Animation, Web Production, Programming, and Music and Video Production - just to name a few.
Teens may commute or stay on campus in university housing. Separate DMA couselor staff live in the dorm coordinating evening and weekend activities while ensuring a fun and safe experience for everyone. Teens living on campus receive breakfast, lunch and dinner in a university dining hall. Commuting students may purchase a dining hall lunch pass or buy their own lunch at one of several restaurants on campus.

THE YOUTH EXPERIENCE
DMA’s 2009 youth courses (called Digital Media Adventures) include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, Game Creation, Web Design & Flash, Cartoon & Comic Book Creation and Surfing & Filmmaking. To create a more balanced experience, we incorporate outdoor recreation breaks throughout the day – we beleive, like you, that kids should move! Additional activities, such as sports, board games and weekend adventures are offered to youth in our residential program.

“I’ve been to this camp for 6 years now. The counselors are amazing and the whole experience is something that I wish I could do year round. I learn more in a week at iD than I do in a year at my school.” -Spencer, Student

Visit the website to learn more about iD Tech Camps, read amazing "Do Something Big" camper stories, watch videos, check out specials and read testimonials. You'll quickly see why this camp has become the leading technology summer program.

During this weeklong, day and overnight program, ages 7-17 experience summer tech fun. Students create 2D and 3D video games, model 3D characters with Maya®, modify popular games like Unreal Tournament® 3, design websites with Flash®, build robots then compete against their classmates, learn programming, create a digital arts portfolio, film & edit digital movies, produce stunning blockbuster special effects and more.

With an average of just six students per instructor, students receive hands-on, project-based instruction from fun, tech-savvy staff and are given the attention they need to excel. Students complete a project by the end of the week while also getting first-hand exposure to a university which they may consider attending. By the end of the week students gain a sense of empowerment, independence and self-confidence as they learn to articulate their creativity through technology. And all this while having a complete blast-- no wonder iD students keep returning and choose iD Tech Camps! And the staff love teaching at iD-- more than 70% return each season!!

iD Tech Camps is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and is located at over 60 prestigious universities in 25 states. This includes Stanford, Brown, Columbia, MIT, Northwestern, NYU, Emory, American, UCLA and many more. Visit www.internalDrive.com to see where there is a location near you.

There are also additional multi-week teen programs for Teens age 13-18 include the iD Gaming Academy, iD Film Academy and iD Programming Academy. For the sports enthusiasts, check out the unique Surf & Tech and Sports & Tech programs.

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WHY iD? TOP 10 FACTS
• America’s #1 Tech Camp: Over 100,000 students have enrolled in iD, which is more than any other tech camp. Find out why.
• Top Universities: 60 Prestigious Locations include Stanford, Brown, UCLA, NYU, MIT
• ACA Accreditation: No other computer camp has more sites accredited by the ACA.
• Smallest Ratios: Only iD publishes an average 6 students per instructor for customized, personalized instruction.
• Adult Instructors: iD has trained, adult-only instructors. No CITs. iD staff is known to be the gold standard. Instructors come from Stanford, MIT, UCLA and other top institutions.
• College Credit: Teens can elect to receive continuing education units.
• Fun: iD promotes a well-balanced experience on and off the computer. Learn more about our summer camp activities.
• Tech: iD uses the best products including Maya®, Final Cut Studio®, Adobe® CS4, and more.
• Safety: iD has “one of the best risk management programs in the country.”
• Family Company: We are passionate about our company—and ensuring your kids have an amazing summer experience. You deserve the best. Welcome to iD Tech Camps.

"Of all the camps my son has attended, this is by far the best. As an educator, I'm extremely impressed with the quality of this program." Connie Ryan, Parent

Campers in grades 1-6 can explore science in a fun, interactive way. Our quality hands-on experiments, innovative curriculum and professional instructors bring your child’s understanding of science to the next level. Campers will compete in extreme sports challenges; build a detective kit and use cutting edge forensics science; thrill to building racers, planes and a gigantic roller coaster and launch the High Flyer rocket into the stratosphere. Each topic runs for five days. Full-day and half-day options available. Multi-topic discount if two or more Camps are purchased together. Visit the Science Adventures website or call 1.888.458.1812 to enroll!

Be a CEO or a stockholder! Jumpstart your financial future as you explore the world of investing, entrepreneurship, and money management with YoungBiz Better Investing Camps and 'Trep camps.

Featured in national media such as The Wall Street Journal, The CBS Evening News with Dan Rather, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and BusinessWeek and Time magazines, YoungBiz is considered an authority on youth entrepreneurship and investing.

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.

Engage in real-world studies to understand the work of scientists and meet keepers, vets, and other staff. "Care for the World-Local Global Science" is for 10-12 year-olds. Three sessions are offered: 7/9-7/20; 7/23-8/3; and 8/6-8/17. Camp runs M-F from 9a.m.-3p.m.. "Conservation Careers" is for 13-16 year-olds. Two sessions are offered: 6/18-6/22 and 6/25-6/29. This camp runs M-F from 10a.m.-3p.m..

Camp e3 is an interactive entrepreneurship camp for students ages 14-18 designed by Eastern Illinois University. Campers are divided into teams of four where they create, organize, and pitch a business idea. Successful regional entrepreneurs will present on topics throughout the camp such as concept development, creativity and innovation, marketing and advertising, budgeting and operations. At the conclusion of the camp, students will present their business plan to entrepreneurs serving as judges to compete for a cash prize. For more information contact Brian Richards at 217-581-2913 or email us using the form below.

We have something for everyone at Hastings Lake YMCA.

Serious fun. Serious gaming.

This weekend is devoted entirely to the fun of games. Although there is some learning that takes place as you discover tricks to modding your characters, or how to tweak your settings while you overclock your machine, this weekend is about getting your game on! And on, and on!

Your Games...Your Play.

You guide the games you play at Weekend Gamerz. Want something a little less wired? No problem, we’ll have plenty of board and card games available for un-plugged entertainment.