Java/Python Coding Summer Tech Camp
Retro Game Modding with Java
Hack into the code of classic games! Students will learn Java coding skills while modifying games such as Asteroids, Tetris, Snake, and more! Coding beginners and more experienced students will love this class. This fun class is our staff and students' favorite codling class. Java is a text-based language, so students should have good keyboarding and basic computer skills. Bring a USB drive to save your games.
Category
Java/Python Coding
Grades
4th-7th or 5th-9th
*Exact age/grade availability depends on each district's listing.
Featured Skill
Featured Skill

Software Development with Python or Java.
What students will do
- Write real code in Python or Java
- Build games and interactive programs
- Learn programming fundamentals through hands-on projects
Learning Objectives
- Write and run real code in a text-based programming language
- Understand variables, functions, and control flow
- Build a working program or game from scratch
Class Projects
- Modify Asteroids, Tetris, and Snake in Java
- Hack game code to change rules, speed, and behavior
What to know
What to Bring
- USB drive to save your projects on the last day
Skill Level
- Beginner to intermediate — no prior coding required
Summer 2026 Camp Schedule
For pricing and registration information, click Register.
| Registration | District | Location | Date | Times | Grades | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wayzata Community Ed | Central Middle | Jun 15, 2026 - Jun 18, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 6th-8th | Register |
| Open | Minnetonka Community Ed | Minnetonka Community Ed Center | Jun 29, 2026 - Jul 2, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 4th-8th | Register |
| Open | Blake School | The Blake School-Hopkins | Jun 29, 2026 - Jul 3, 2026 | 12:30 - 3:30pm | 4th-8th | Register |
| Open | South Washington Community Ed | Lake Middle | Jul 6, 2026 - Jul 9, 2026 | 9am - 12pm | 5th-9th | Register |
| Open | Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan Community Ed | Rosemount Middle | Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 16, 2026 | 1 - 4pm | 3rd-7th | Register |
| Open | Eden Prairie Community Ed | Central Middle | Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 23, 2026 | 9:30am - 12:30pm | 6th-8th | Register |
| Open | Maple Grove Parks & Rec | Maple Grove Community Center - Teen Center | Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 23, 2026 | 1 - 4pm | 6th-8th | Register |
Click a district name to view their full camp schedule and locations.
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