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    Save $150 with code JOINCAMP

    “I finally found my people.” This summer, your kids can find their favorite people at camp.

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3D Printing Camp with Blender

  • Price: Starting at $1,299
  • Age: Ages 10-12
  • Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
  • Format: iD Tech Camps | Small-Group, On-Campus
  • Duration: Weeklong program, 8 hours per day

About This Course

Unbox endless possibilities with 3D printing! Explore the vast world of digital art with Blender, a powerful 3D modeling and animation software used by industry artists, including creators of the Oscar-winning film Flow. You’ll model designs from your imagination, like custom toys and characters. Then, transform them into tactile prints—from functional desk art to keychains or fidget toys. Create a lineup of adorable pets or build an articulated reptile with movable parts. Plug in your 3D models and watch them come to life layer by layer on the print bed! Once they’ve cooled off, you can use colorful paint markers, sanding paper, and tools to add the final touch. The best part? At the end of the week, all your creations will go home with you!

You'll learn to:

  • Design and print tactile 3D objects to take home
  • Develop fundamental 3D modeling skills in Blender
  • Model custom prints like keychains, characters, and articulated toys
  • Learn how to maintain the printer and troubleshoot complex print jobs

3D Printing Camp Format 

This 3D printing summer camp is part of a weeklong summer course running Monday through Friday. Learning sessions will be held in a lab on an inspiring university campus. Your child will be placed within a small group and guided by an experienced instructor. Daily schedules are balanced and allow for outdoor and recreational activities. Day and overnight options are available based on location.

Sample Schedule

Here’s a sample of what a week in this 3D printing camp could look like. Keep in mind students will progress at varying paces, and this is meant to serve as an outline of key materials and the overall experience. 

Ready, set, print! Students will learn the fundamentals of 3D printing, including how to install filament, set up the 3D printer, troubleshoot errors, and begin a test print. Then, they’ll switch gears to Blender and learn the basics of 3D modeling by building a character with primitives, such as a snowman.

Next, students will dive deeper into 3D modeling techniques in Blender, using more advanced tools to design a room. They’ll learn how to identify and fix problems with their 3D meshes, including n-gons. Then, students will prep a custom print—such as their snowman, dice, or articulated toy—using Orca-Flashforge.

Lions, tigers, Labubus—oh my! Students will model characters from their imagination, like desk pets or collectible toys. They’ll explore sculpting and advanced modeling tools to design unique creations. Then, they’ll bring their character to life on the print bed.

In preparation for the showcase, students will finalize their projects and print their imaginative designs. They’ll create a collection of all their prints—from wearable bangles and necklaces to figurines, articulated toys, and fidget toys!

To wrap up, students will polish their prints with sanding tools and add a splash of color with paint and markers! They’ll set up an art gallery for the final showcase for family and friends to enjoy. At the end of the day, all students’ prints will go home with them!

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Portfolio-Boosting Diploma & Transcript

At the conclusion of your child's 3D printing summer camp, they will receive an official iD Tech diploma and course transcript outlining the skills they learned over the course of the week.

Elite Staff & Experienced Instructors

Passion for tech. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child. With 25 years of experience, we know there's no replacement for the best teacher. Each year iD instructors go on to be hired by the most prestigious tech companies in the world like Google, EA, Disney, Microsoft, and more. When your child learns from the best, they’ll unlock opportunities to become their best. 

  • 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

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

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FAQ

While we are a tech program with the goal of transforming your child’s interests into real-world STEM skills, we are also a summer camp. Simply put, camp is a balance of learning and fun! Students learn in small groups in labs on a prestigious college campus and from expert instructors who are trained to inspire and engage.

Day camps kick off with icebreakers and team-building before jumping into coursework for most of the morning. When it’s time for lunch, your child will walk from the computer lab to the dining hall as they take in the beauty of campus. Students return to the learning labs in the afternoon for more coursework, followed by an afternoon break where they will have the chance to take part in outdoor game time and more campus discovery before wrapping up with instruction!

Overnighters work until dinner, and are then off to create deeper connections and memories while gaming, watching movies, and more. All together, days and nights are filled with learning and adventure that builds lifelong friendships. 

This course or similar courses are held at the following locations. To see available locations and dates and to register, click here. 

American University: Washington, D.C.
Arizona State University: Tempe, AZ
Butler University: Indianapolis, IN
California Institute of Technology: Pasadena, CA
Carnegie Mellon University: Pittsburgh, PA
Columbia University: New York, NY
Emory University: Atlanta, GA
Fairleigh Dickinson University - Madison: Madison, NJ
Lake Forest College: Lake Forest, IL
Lewis & Clark College: Portland, OR
MIT Campus: Cambridge, MA
Macalester College: St. Paul, MN
Manhattanville College: Purchase, NY
North Carolina State University: Raleigh, NC
Ohio State University: Columbus, OH
Olin College of Engineering: Needham, MA
Palo Alto High School: Palo Alto, CA
Princeton: Princeton, NJ
Rice University: Houston, TX
San Francisco State University: San Francisco, CA
Santa Clara University: Santa Clara, CA
Stanford University: Palo Alto, CA
The University of Texas at Austin: Austin, TX
The University of Texas at Dallas: Richardson, TX
UC Berkeley: Berkeley, CA
UCLA: Los Angeles, CA
UMass Amherst: Amherst, MA
UNC-Chapel Hill: Chapel Hill, NC
University of Denver: Denver, CO
University of Maryland: College Park, MD
University of Miami: Coral Gables, FL
University of Michigan: Ann Arbor, MI
University of Washington: Seattle, WA
Vanderbilt University: Nashville, TN
Villanova, PA

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. Instructors are trained to be in tune with students’ unique needs and provide a personalized learning experience. 

Yes! Every iD Tech experience contributes toward leveling up along the iD Tech Pathway. This course is worth 1,250 XP— learn more about the iD Tech Pathway here.

In addition to valuable tech skills, kids and teens leave camp with new relationships, resilience, critical thinking opportunities, and an even greater love for tech (if that’s possible!).

At the conclusion of your child's course, they will receive an iD Tech diploma as well as a transcript outlining everything they learned over the week. They’ll also take home a USB with their course project files, along with access to installation and setup guides so they can continue working at their own pace.

Yes! You can register today for as little as $375 per student, and pay the balance in convenient monthly installments. You can save $50 by registering for multiple sessions, and you can earn $25 in credit for each new friend referral (your friend saves $25 when they sign up too!). 

As courses frequently sell out, we recommend registering early to secure your child's spot. You can make unlimited changes with no fees up to 28 days before the start of your session. If you need to cancel before March 1st, you will receive a full refund of the amount paid. If you cancel after March 1st but still 28+ days before your session, you will receive a refund less the additional fees (if applicable) and a $250 cancellation charge per week. Within 28 days of your session start date, changes are subject to a fee, and no refunds are provided for cancellations.

If your child will be bringing a phone to camp, they’ll be able to access their device to update you on their adventures and take selfies with their new friends during break times.

While many kids can’t stop talking about their days at camp, others are kids of few words. Our camp staff are here to help, taking pictures of campers in action! Our photos page is regularly updated to showcase all of the fun taking place at camp.

During our Friday Family Showcase, loved ones get to see their camper’s final project while interacting with camp staff and learning about the week, skills gained, and more. 

With online options including virtual camps, teen academies, and private lessons, there is a program that fits your child’s interest, skill level, goals, and importantly, schedule. Inspiring instructors, customized curriculum, and topics your child can’t get enough of—sound familiar? Everything there is to love about our in-person summer camps, taught online, live by our elite instructors. Learn more. 

Our Program Specialists are here to provide you with the best experience. Looking for a personalized course recommendation? Need help signing up? We’ve got you covered. Call us at 1-888-709-8324 or email hello@idtech.com. 

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