Mission Grit® is specialized in experiential learning, and our Leadership Summer Camp is the pinnacle expression of that philosophy — a dynamic production of adventure, personal growth, and hands-on challenges that inspire kids to lead with confidence, resilience, and character. Every single day is a new journey, filled with unique missions and inspiring experiences that keep campers engaged, active, and motivated. Our camps are designed to promote physical, mental, social, sensory, and character development, with one core goal at heart: cultivating strong, confident, and capable young leaders. Through unique, hands-on experiences, campers discover their potential while strengthening resilience, teamwork, and self-belief. Perfect for boys and girls ages 6+, our program takes learning far beyond the classroom and into real-world growth — all while having an absolutely amazing time filled with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable memories. We foster a non-competitive environment where collaboration is key, powered by our proven S.P.I.R.I.T. Method — Science, Problem-Solving, In-Motion, Respect, Interactive, and Teamwork. This method seamlessly develops physical abilities, sharpens the mind, enhances sensory awareness, strengthens social bonds, and shapes strong character .

This is NOT a project you want your kids doing at home! Send your kids to class to make a tie-dyed shirt they will wear all year long. Children must bring their own white T-shirt to class.

Unleash your creativity through game design! Using Scratch, campers learn programming while building games inspired by classics like Pong, Frogger, Snake, and Tetris. They experiment, problem-solve, and discover how code turns ideas into playable games. As their skills grow, campers design and program their own original games in this fun introduction to coding and game development.

Grab your snorkel and flippers and get ready for an unforgettable underwater escapade! We'll be diving into a creative journey using vibrant neon paint on a canvas board to bring a Hippocampus (that's a fancy word for seahorse) to life. But the fun doesn't stop there! Once our masterpieces are complete, we'll crank up the music, flick on the blacklights, and ignite a glow party like no other. Dress in dazzling neon colors (white works too!). It's time to shine!

Get ready for a blast of scientific excitement! In this hands-on camp, campers explore science through fun activities like launching rockets, building marshmallow catapults, creating glowing fireflies, edible oceans, radish heads, and beeswax candles. Along the way, they discover life cycles and metamorphosis, learn about endangered species, and see how the scientific method helps answer big questions.

Let your child’s creativity bloom in our unique succulent garden class! They’ll design a colorful garden with vibrant succulents and a whimsical mushroom figure. It’s a fun, hands-on project they can proudly display or gift, blending art and nature in one delightful masterpiece!

Get ready to light up the night with art! Our ultra-cool camp creations will shine, shimmer, and glow for their big debut in the dark. Join us as we use clay, paint, and other luminescent materials to craft extraordinary pieces of art that really glow in the dark. Your child's creative imagination is sure to illuminate like never before!

Get ready for the ultimate cozy and creative experience! In this fun-filled art class, kids will wear their favorite pajamas and sculpt an adorable stack of pancakes out of clay—complete with butter and maple syrup! It’s a pajama party meets art adventure, where young artists can relax, have fun, and create a breakfast masterpiece that’s too cute to eat!

Vibrant colors and slime collide in a kaleidoscope of creativity! In this dynamic camp, kids embark on a colorful journey as they master the art of tie-dyeing. The excitement continues as they delve into the world of slime, concocting their own oozy, stretchy, and mesmerizing concoctions. From tie-dyed shirts to custom slime creations, this camp is a hands-on adventure that encourages self-expression and messy fun.

Are you ready to dive into the sweet and magical world of Willy Wonka? Let’s bring Willy Wonka's chocolate factory to life! Each child will have the chance to design and build their very own chocolate room scene using frosting and a wide variety of sweets. From lollipops to gummy bears, the possibilities are endless!

Calling all crafty youngsters with a passion for all things Hawaiian! This class is perfect for unleashing your creative side and powering up on problem-solving skills! Just like in the wildly popular series "Nailed It!", we'll provide you with everything needed to recreate an awesome final product- but it's entirely up to YOU how you make it happen.

We think slime is sensational! Once you’ve mixed up a batch of our fabulous fluffy slime, then tried your hand at our special Bubblegum-scented silly putty slime, we’re sure you’ll think slime is sensational too! Sorry, grown-ups; this class is for KIDS ONLY!!!

Dive into a sensory adventure at Sniffable Snacks art camp! Kids will create amazing projects like a bomb pop that smells fruity and fun, popcorn that smells fresh from the movie theater, and so many more Sniffable Snacks! Every masterpiece looks and smells like the real deal—blending creativity and fun with a whiff of magic!