Challenger Exploration Camps
Summer Camp at the UTC Challenger STEM Learning Center
Week-long immersive STEAM camps for students entering grades 3–6. Four sessions available every July in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
2026 Camps — Now Full
Our 2026 summer camps are fully enrolled. Students can still be added to the waitlist at utccreativitycamps.com.
Summer 2027 — Save the Dates
We are excited to announce our Summer 2027 camp schedule. Four week-long sessions are planned for July 2027, with two camps designed for rising 3rd and 4th graders and two camps for rising 5th and 6th graders. Pre-register now to be notified when enrollment opens.
2027 Session Schedule
| Session | Week | Grade Level |
|---|---|---|
| Micronaut Camp — Session I | Week of July 5 | Rising 3rd & 4th Grade |
| Challenger Exploration Camp — Session I | Week of July 12 | Rising 5th & 6th Grade |
| Micronaut Camp — Session II | Week of July 19 | Rising 3rd & 4th Grade |
| Challenger Exploration Camp — Session II | Week of July 26 | Rising 5th & 6th Grade |
Micronaut Camp
Designed for students entering 3rd and 4th grade. A high-energy, hands-on week where micronaut space missions, robotics, and daily STEM challenges bring science to life.
Challenger Exploration Camp
Designed for students entering 5th and 6th grade. An immersive week of advanced STEAM exploration including full space mission simulations, engineering challenges, and daily excursions around Chattanooga.
Daily Schedule
Schedule is approximate and subject to change.
- 8:30 – 9:00 AM: Camper Check-in
- 9:00 – 11:30 AM: Morning STEAM Workshops & Hands-on Challenges
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Lunch Break
- 12:30 – 3:00 PM: Afternoon Activities & Daily Excursions
- 3:00 – 3:30 PM: Wrap-up & Reflection
- 3:30 PM: Standard Pick-up (Extended care available at additional cost)
Special Accommodations
We strive to be as accessible as possible. If you need a camper to attend a session outside their age range, or want siblings to attend together, contact us at [email protected] before registering to coordinate.
Interested in Summer 2027?
Complete our pre-registration survey to be notified when enrollment opens.