Build a rocket like NASA scientists! Join us for a camp filled with thrilling discoveries, hands-on experiments, and a memorable water rocket activity.

From Gunpowder to Space Vehicles: Embark on a journey through the history and evolution of rockets from humble gunpowder beginnings to the mighty space vehicles that carry humanity into the cosmos today.

Introduction to Rocketry: Our program provides an exciting platform for your students to explore the basics of rocketry and the physics that propel these incredible machines into space.

Build your own rocket: Working in teams, students will design and construct their very own water rocket, using custom-designed parts crafted in our state-of-the-art fabrication lab.

Innovate like NASA scientists: Team members work together with roles that simulate positions on a small-scale NASA launch team.

All students, along with the experience of a lifetime, will receive certificates of excellence upon program completion. The winning team will receive medals commemorating their success.

Curriculum includes:

Rocket Construction and Design - Students will build, design, and fly their very own rockets.

Basic Math and Physics of Rocketry - Learn the math and physics of projectile motion with us before we take off into flight.

Theoretical and Experimental Data Collection - Students will use our state-of-the-art Bottle Engine Testing Apparatus (BETA) to perform experiments and collect data to excel at the rocket launching challenge.

Data Analysis using LabVIEW - Data collected by students will be used to determine how certain factors affect the flight of a rocket.

Using Data in a Physical Experiment - Using the information obtained from LabVIEW analysis, teams will adjust multiple variables to reach a certain distance for launch to win the final challenge.

Teamwork -Teams must work together to succeed at the distance challenge, which is a culmination of all the experiments and learning throughout the three-day camp period.

We believe students learn best when they can move among different kinds of experiences throughout the day. That is why the academy includes visits to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex at intervals during the academy. These visits provide a valuable change of pace while also inspiring students to see themselves as part of the next generation of space explorers.

Some of the attractions students will visit include:

Space Shuttle Atlantis®
See the real orbiter Atlantis displayed in flight, then explore interactive exhibits about shuttle missions, engineering, astronauts, payloads, and the program’s historic legacy.

Shuttle Launch Experience®
This simulator lets guests feel the intensity of a shuttle launch, combining motion, sound, and visuals to recreate liftoff from Kennedy Space Center.

Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex®
Explore modern and future spaceflight through spacecraft, prototypes, and immersive exhibits highlighting NASA and commercial partners shaping missions beyond low Earth orbit.

Spaceport KSC®
Board a motion theater journey that simulates futuristic travel to distant worlds, blending cinematic visuals, motion effects, and imaginative concepts for tomorrow’s space transportation.

Heroes and Legends
This exhibit celebrates America’s early space pioneers through immersive storytelling, artifacts, and multimedia presentations honoring the courage, skill, and legacy of astronaut trailblazers.

U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®
Located within Heroes and Legends, this gallery recognizes inducted astronauts and showcases their achievements, personal stories, and contributions to American space exploration.

Item Tuition is $299 for the first student, and $269 for each additional students. This includes lunch, snack, all course supplies, and access to the Kennedy Space Center Visitors Complex.

Activity runs 9am - 4pm each day it is offered.