Classes & Camps
BrainyBuilders is your child’s gateway to creativity, innovation, and hands-on discovery! This is the official page to learn more and register for our after-school STEM camps and Saturday mini-camps. Whether it’s robotics, engineering, coding, or drones, or science fun, our engaging programs are designed to inspire young minds and build bright futures—one camp at a time.
Click below to register for upcoming programs for ages 5-7 & 8-11.
Now offering more flexible options:
Afterschool: Tues & Thurs: $60/week
Discovery: Saturdays 1/2 day $50
Engineering Fun with BrainyBots: $30
Pathways Monthly Cohort (2 Saturdays/mo): $85
Summer camps: 4-day (T-Fr): Cost varies (See pricing below)
After-school enrichment 4:30pm - 6:30pm (Ages 8-11)
Saturdays AM: 9:00am - 12:00pm
2026 Summer Camps & Classes
Get ready for four days of discovery, creativity, and hands-on STEM fun! Our 2026 Summer Camps will operate Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM at the BrainyBuilders STEM Hub, 63 Sarazen Drive, Suite 103 in Clayton, NC. Each week, campers will dive into exciting topics like , guided by expert instructors in a high-energy, collaborative environment. Students should bring their own lunch and a big dose of curiosity! Plus—Saturday Discovery Classes will continue. Families can also join us for half-day Saturday Discovery Classes offered from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM featuring focused STEM explorations perfect for curious minds who want to keep learning all summer long.**Added incentive!! 4-day campers earn 10 BrainyBucks if they complete all 4 days and BrainySwag**
Click the Camp Offerings button above to view our 2026 camps
Pathways: Drones (Cohort)
Drones Pathways Cohort is a 6-month, curriculum-based program designed for students ages 8-12 who are ready to move beyond introductory drone flight. This cohort requires a monthly commitment; while allowing students to build skills progressively while maintaining flexibility for families.
Participants deepen their understanding of flight control, precision, and real-world flight challenges while following a structured curriculum that begins with block-based coding and intentionally progresses toward Python programming. Along the way, students develop problem-solving skills, confidence, and a strong foundation in aviation and drone technology—preparing them for advanced pathways and future STEM opportunities. Max 8 students. Meets every 2nd and 4th Saturday. Pre-requisite: Drones Discovery.
After-school Enrichment
Afterschool STEM Enrichment at BrainyBuilders is a hands-on, project-based program that meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30–6:30PM. Students ages 8-11 explore a wide range of engaging STEM topics—including Environmental Science, Paleontology, Rube Goldberg challenges, weather, genetics, and much more—through creative builds, experiments, and problem-solving activities. Designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding, this program encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and real-world connections in a fun and supportive afterschool environment.
Engineering: BrainyBots
BrainyBots Engineering is a hands-on STEM class designed for curious young builders and problem-solvers! Students ages 5-7 will explore core engineering concepts through fun, age-appropriate challenges using everyday materials, LEGO®-style builds, and creative design tasks. As they plan, build, test, and improve their creations, learners strengthen critical thinking, teamwork, and perseverance—while discovering how engineers turn ideas into real-world solutions.
Discovery: Drones
Drones Discovery is an introductory STEM class designed for students ages 8-11 who are curious about drones and how they work. Learners will explore drone basics, including parts, safety, flight controls, and common drone language (pitch, yaw, throttle). Through guided, hands-on activities and simple flight challenges, students build confidence, coordination, and foundational aviation knowledge—setting the stage for future drone Pathways Cohort and coding experiences.
Discovery: Robotics
Robotics Discovery is an engaging introductory STEM class for students ages 8-11 who are curious about how robots work. Learners will explore basic robotics concepts such as robot parts, sensors, movement, and simple logic through hands-on building and beginner-friendly challenges. This foundational class builds confidence, problem-solving skills, and teamwork—preparing students for future robotics and coding experiences staring with Block code leading to Python.
ALL things STEM and Community Events
As your HUB for all things STEM, we’re dedicated to inspiring young minds and fostering a love for science technology, engineering, and math. As we grow, we’ll be expanding our offerings beyond these classes to include chess, adult tech workshops, local author spotlights, and local artist's pop-ups, and more! Stay tuned as we continue to add new programs.