The camp provides a unique opportunity for middle schoolers to apply engineering principles directly by designing, building, and launching their own rockets in a hands-on environment.
Building Momentum's Rocketry & Aerospace Camp offers middle school students a hands-on exploration into the world of flight and aerospace engineering. Campers engage in designing, building, and launching their own model rockets, applying principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, and orbital mechanics. The program emphasizes practical skills through interactive projects, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Students will learn about the various components of a rocket, the physics behind their flight, and safe construction techniques. The camp aims to inspire a lifelong interest in STEM fields by providing a tangible and exciting introduction to aerospace engineering.
A typical day involves a blend of classroom-style instruction on rocketry principles and hands-on building sessions, culminating in rocket launches.
This camp is best for middle school students who are curious about space, rockets, and science, and enjoy hands-on projects and teamwork.
5380 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA
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