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5 - 7 yrs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025
8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Discovery C.
Class Experience
Ignite curiosity and creativity with science, engineering, and fun experiments!
In this exciting camp, young scientists will explore the mechanics of motion and chemistry through hands-on activities. Campers will design and test catapults, launch mini cannons, and dive into colorful chemical reactions. Each day blends STEAM challenges, creative projects, and outdoor play, sparking a love of discovery. Every camper receives a camp t-shirt to commemorate their explosive week of learning!
Notes
Note: Although camp will be offered a full week, we will have modified hours in observance of the federal holiday, Juneteenth (19) and 20th from 9am -12pm. And extended day will be unavailable.
Sample Class Format
Camp Hours
Standard Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Extended Day Option:
Drop-off as early as 7:30 AM
Pick-up until 5:30 PM
Constructive activities during extended hours include LEGO challenges, puzzles, and free play in the Discovery Zones.
Daily Schedule
- 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Morning STEM Warm-Up (fun facts and games related to the day’s theme)
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: STEAM Challenge
- Monday: Build and test mini catapults.
- Tuesday: Design and launch mini cannons using safe materials.
- Wednesday: Explore chemical reactions to power balloon rockets.
- Thursday: Create chain reactions with simple machines
Friday: Combine skills for an epic group launch and reaction showcase.
- 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Snack Break & Science Trivia
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Discovery Zone Activities
- Lite-Brite Wall: Explore patterns and designs.
- LEGO Wall: Build structures and launch platforms.
- RC Tonka Pit: Experiment with motion and trajectories.
- Rigamajig Engineering Set: Create and test movable designs.
- 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Lunch Break
- 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: Chemistry Lab (colorful experiments like making slime or fizzing volcanoes)
- 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM: Special Weekly Activity
- Monday: Pop Jet Splash Pad and Gaga Ball
- Tuesday: Movie Day at Cinebistro Summer Film Fest
- Wednesday: Pop Jet Splash Pad and Outdoor Play
- Thursday: Outdoor Games and Challenges with the Outdoor Game Bag
- Friday: Outdoor Games and End-of-Week Launch & Chemistry Celebration
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM: Wrap-Up & Showcase (reflect on projects and share highlights)
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM: Pick-Up for Standard Hours
Extended Day Activities (3:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
During extended hours, campers will engage in constructive activities like:
- Creative building challenges (e.g., design a new catapult or cannon)
- Chemistry-themed art projects (e.g., painting with fizzing reactions)
- Puzzles and games in the Discovery Zones
- Quiet reflection or reading space
Special Features
- STEAM-Based Learning: Hands-on activities exploring physics, engineering, and chemistry.
- Collaborative Projects: Build and test catapults, mini cannons, and chain reactions.
Weekly Highlights:
- Tuesday Movie Days: Enjoy a fun film at Cinebistro Summer Film Fest.
- Monday & Wednesday Splash Pad: Cool off and play at the Stony Point Pop Jet area.
- Thursday & Friday Outdoor Games: Gaga Ball and engaging outdoor challenges.
Camp T-Shirt: Each camper receives a custom camp t-shirt to remember their exciting week.
Other Things To Know
Reviews for Discovery Center at Stony Point
Katie Y.
Feb 17, 2025
Loved:
I asked my daughter what she thought of her day at camp and she said “it was amazing. the coaches are so nice.”
Improvements:
nothing! very happy with our experience
Problem Solver's Academy: Feb 17
Location: Discovery Center at Stony Point | Instructor: Discovery Center Team
Amanda B.
Dec 7, 2023
Improvements:
My son couldn't attend the class and I wasn't able to receive a refund.
STEAM Labs: Engineering
Location: Richmond Homeschool Collective | Instructor: Discovery Center Team
Discovery Center at Stony Point Location
Meet your Instructor
Discovery C.
About Discovery Center at Stony Point
Discovery Center at Stony Point (Discovery Chess, LLC) established in March 2021 by Rhonda Adorno, has quickly emerged as a leader in chess and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education in the Greater Richmond area.
