World of Speed takes summer camp to a whole new level with camps that engage, thrill, educate, and challenge students grades K–12 in a fun, supportive environment. Your student can get hands-on experience with real car engines, race in go-karts and state-of-the-art simulators, explore the cutting edge of tech from robots to 3D printers, and so much more! There are many reasons World of Speed’s camps stand out:
- Small camp size
- Expert instructors
- STEM-focused
- Hands-on experiences
- Girls Rule! camp led by female instructors
Kick it into high gear this summer with a camp you’ll never forget! Camps fill quickly, so be sure to register soon.
All week-long camps run from 9 a.m.–4 p.m..
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Discover your inner…
Race car driver! Feelin’ the need for speed? Check out our expert-led camps that put you in the driver’s seat as you get a behind-the-scenes look at life in the racing world!
Engineer! From Girls Rule! to Automotive Engineering, innovation and creativity take center stage as you use your engineering skills to solve problems.
Scientist! States of matter. The study of bubbles. Carbon dioxide as fuel. Our brand of science is engaging, creative, and downright fun!
Girls Rule!
Are you interested in cars, design, and racing? This camp is specifically designed for girls to learn the dynamics of racing, try their hand at race-car simulators, and compete in a variety of engineering challenges to win! You will also hear from local female racers about their lives in racing.
June 25–29; Grades 3–5
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
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Experience World of Speed
A sampler of all our summer camps! Discover what it takes to learn the sport of racing, build your own CO2 dragster, and explore tech like 3D printing. You’ll also get the chance to compete against other campers in some fun, fast, and friendly racing competitions!
June 25–29; Grades 3–5
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
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Racing 101
Explore the world of motorsports as you discover the history of local, national, and international racing! Hear professional racers speak about their racing experiences and work with them to develop your own skills in our state-of-the-art race-car simulators. You will also get a chance to look at how racing vehicles are designed for form and function by getting up close and personal with different types of vehicles in the World of Speed Museum collection.
July 9–13, Grades 6–8 / 9–12
July 16–20, Grades 6–8 / 9–12
Cost: $275 (Member Rate: $225)
July 9–13
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July 16–20
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Racing 201
After the fun of Racing 101, get a deeper look into the world of motorsports! Put your Racing 101 skills to the test with more in-depth instruction and coaching. Racing 101 is a required prerequisite for students in grades 6–8, but high school students can jump right into the fun!
July 16–20, Grades 6–8*, 9–12
*Prerequisite: Racing 101
July 23–27, Grades 6–8*, 9–12
*Prerequisite: Racing 101
Cost: $275 (Member Rate: $225)
July 16–20
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July 23–27
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Engines: Starting Line
Discover how engines work by observing them in action, exploring motor parts with hands-on activities, and learning the difference between different types of engines.
July 9–13, Grades 3–5
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
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Engines: Full Throttle
Try your hand at working on small engines, and then go under the hood to explore the ins and outs of automobile engines.
July 23–27, Grades 6–8
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
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Engineering
Electrical, mechanical, computer, automotive — explore the different branches of engineering with a wide variety of hands-on activities and challenges focused on building, testing, and designing.
July 30 – August 3, Grades 3–5
August 13–17, Grades 3–5
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
July 30 – August 3
August 13–17
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Tech Camp
Explore the world of robotics, get creative with 3D printing, fly high with drones, and go behind-the-scenes of our state-of-the-art racing simulators in this camp journeying through all things tech!
July 30 – August 3, Grades 6–8
August 6–10, Grades 3–5
August 13–17, Grades 6–8
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
July 30 – August 3
August 6–10
August 13–17
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Automotive Engineering
From state-of the-art race cars to the cars your parents drive, take an in-depth look at automotive engineering. Explore design and technology, and see how they have advanced through the years.
August 6–10, Grades 6–8
Cost: $225 (Member Rate: $175)
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2018 Single-Day Camps
Check out our exciting lineup of single-day camps. Each camp runs 9 a.m. – Noon, is designed with the younger set in mind, and is guaranteed to be a fun interactive adventure!
Bubble-ology
Become a “Bubble-ologist” as you discover the science of bubbles! Explore bubble technology, make giant bubbles, and create your own amazing bubble blower to take home.
Cost: $50 (Member Rate: $40)
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What’s the “Matter?”
Journey through the different states of matter — solid, liquid, gas — with fun hands-on experiments exploring various chemical reactions, air pressure, and more!
Cost: $50 (Member Rate: $40)
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Junior Tech Camp
Discover the world of technology with some simple robotics and 3D printing activities, specially designed for a younger age group!
Cost: $50 (Member Rate: $40)
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Car Engineering
From hovercrafts to “puff” cars to Pinewood Derby — engineering takes center stage as you design, create, and race a variety of vehicles in this camp exploring car power!
Cost: $50 (Member Rate: $40)
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SPEED INTO WINTER!
Just because school’s out during winter break, it doesn’t mean that inquisitive young minds have to stop learning. At our Winter Break day camps, students will be presented with challenges in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) that sparks their creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Camps available for individual days or for the whole week!
For students grades 3–5.
Check back for 2018 camps!
Please contact us with any questions at education@worldofspeed.org or call 503-563-6444.
HOURS
MONDAY: Closed*
TUESDAY – FRIDAY: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SATURDAY: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SUNDAY: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
*Open on Mondays during Portland public schools’ spring and winter breaks, and on the following Monday holidays:
- Martin Luther King Day
- Presidents Day
- Memorial Day
- Labor Day
LOCATION
27490 SW 95th Avenue, Wilsonville, OR 97070
CONTACT
PHONE: 503-563-6444
EMAIL: info@worldofspeed.org
