Save up to $100 with code SUMMER

Save up to $100 with code SUMMER

Celebrate the unofficial start of our favorite season by snagging your last chance to save up to $100 on epic summer plans.

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Save up to $100 with code SUMMER


Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, which means camp season is here! This is the last time you’ll see discounts this deep, so use code SUMMER for $100 off in-person camps and academies, $75 off virtual camps, and $25 off private lessons.

Ends May 30, 2023 at 11:59pm PT. $100 off applies only to camps and academies. $75 off applies only to virtual camps. $25 off applies only to private lessons. Payment plans do not apply to private lessons. Promo code can be applied once per child per program. Promo codes may not be applied to previous purchases or combined with other offers.
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Register now, pay later

Register now, pay later

Spread the cost of camp out over time with a payment plan. Get started today for as low as $250!

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Register now, pay later

Spread the cost of camp out over time with a payment plan. Get started today for as low as $250!

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Add a course, save $50

Add a course, save $50

Automatically save $50 when you buy a second camp or course, whether it’s in another topic or for another child!

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Automatically save $50 when you add courses or siblings!

Pay standard tuition for one student to attend a small-group program and receive $50 off for each additional course or sibling.

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Note: You have the flexibility to add additional courses and siblings at any time during the qualifying term. Your automatic savings will be applied, provided the same account is used for all purchases. Automatic savings do not apply to Online Private Lessons.

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Refer a friend, save $25

Refer a friend, save $25

Register for camp and invite friends to join! You'll earn a $25 credit for each new referral, and your friends save too!

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Refer a friend and save $25. Your friend will save, too.

Once you register for an online or on-campus program, you'll receive a unique Refer-a-Friend code that can be shared with up to ten friends. You'll earn a $25 credit for each new referral, and your friends will save, too!

Please note:

  • Students you refer cannot have previously attended an online or on-campus program with iD Tech.
  • Referrals must be made prior to the date your friends' sessions start.
  • New students must enter your unique
  • Refer-a-Friend referral code at the time of registration. Refer-a-Friend savings does not apply to Online Private Lessons.

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Game Design with Minecraft

  • Price: Starting at $949
  • Age: 7 - 9
  • Skill Level: Beginner–Advanced
  • Format: iD Tech Camps | Small-Group, On-Campus
  • Duration: Weeklong program, 8 hours per day

About This Course

Make Minecraft your canvas as you bring your imagination to life! You'll learn the fundamentals of game design as you build your own adventure, construct unique levels, and craft an engaging world and story. With custom resource packs and a bit of creative problem solving, you’ll add a personal touch to your Minecraft journey.

Topics Covered

  • Design levels and build custom maps
  • Create resource packs to re-skin blocks and items
  • Build redstone circuits and machines to solve problems
  • Utilize command blocks to enhance the adventure

Sample Schedule

Here’s a sample of what a week in the course could look like. Please keep in mind that students will progress at varying paces; this is a general outline of key material and the overall student experience.

Students will explore adventure maps and brainstorm ideas for their own custom maps and stories.

Using imaginative storytelling, students will block in the basic layout of their dungeon map and develop a detailed environment with props and signage.

As they continue crafting their map, students will learn how to implement redstone circuits and puzzles to add new mechanics to their world.

On the way to finalizing their project, students will learn how to use command blocks to create a hub world, checkpoints, and a mob arena.

Now it’s time for polishing! Students will wrap up by creating a custom resource pack for their map and beta-testing their game with their peers at the showcase.

Portfolio-Boosting Diploma & Transcript

At the conclusion of your child's course, they will receive an official iD Tech diploma and course transcript outlining the skills they learned over the course of the week.

Learn from the best.

Passion for tech. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child. With 23 years of experience, we know there's no replacement for the best teacher. It's no surprise that iconic companies like Google, EA, Microsoft, and Disney hire the same talent we do. Our iD Certified instructors possess the whole package of skills that top employers seek.

  • 100% USA-based, adult instructors

  • Recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, and NYU

  • Rigorous background and reference checks

  • Robust training programs and certification

  • Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines

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Frequently Asked Questions

Using Java, kids can create command blocks - which are sets of instructions - in order to add a customized feature or action to existing gameplay. For example, different command blocks can change the weather, allow players to teleport, and more!

The learning benefits of Minecraft are as endless as the world itself. From game design, to coding, to activating kids’ creativity and critical thinking skills, Minecraft offers a wealth of learning opportunities beyond hours of entertainment.

If your child loves to build and interact with Minecraft, they’re steps away from becoming game designer! Making the transition from playing Minecraft to thinking critically about the game is one of the best ways to encourage young kids to pursue STEM in school, college, and beyond. 

Yes, this course is designed for beginner to advanced students. Our small class size ensures that each student receives individual attention and has the freedom to learn at their own pace.

At our on-campus programs, students get inspired by iconic architecture, learn in our next-gen labs, and get a taste of collegiate life. With our small classes, your child will progress at their own pace with the hottest software and hardware, while learning from carefully-vetted talent sought by companies like Google, Apple, EA, and Disney. They hire who we hire.

As the only STEM educator rooted in 23+ years of legendary camp traditions, we know that when learning is fun, kids and teens stick with it! At camp, students build relationships in a fun and inclusive campus setting, and in between sessions in the labs, can be found diving into high-energy outdoor games and video game tournaments, and bonding over legendary iD traditions like raffles, pie-your-instructor Fridays, and so much more. 

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