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Adrenaline Rush science classes have been developed by certified middle-school science teachers to enhance and improve kids’ scientific knowledge by reinforcing and building upon fundamental science skills in a fun lab setting. Kids not only learn about what scientists do, they become the scientists, taking the lead in experiments that are far more sophisticated and involved than those in the average science classroom. Even better, small class sizes allow personal attention for each student to ensure concepts are understood completely. During Adrenaline Rush classes, students have access to digital and video cameras and HP Photosmart printers to bring their lab reports to life! Even the most reluctant scientist can’t help but be entertained and educated by our creative and innovative labs.
Our camps encompass a variety of labs that may include:
Electric Circuitry
Creating and understanding electric circuits and their real-world applications.
Putting Snails to Work
Investigating work, force and power using hungry garden snails, makeshift carts and the always appetizing lettuce leaf.
What’s Salt Got to do With it?
Discovering the effect salt has on the freezing point of water while making delicious ice cream treats.
CSI Houston!
Learn about the many facets of forensic science and use real experimentation to determine the outcome of a crime! This lab focuses on basic aspects of DNA analysis, genetics, the pH scale and chromatography.
Burn, Baby, Burn!
Kids explore chemical changes and the law of conservation by igniting steel wool with 9 volt batteries. Kids are amazed at the process and will be stunned at the result!
Fun with Mealworms
Calculating speed/distance/time and acceleration using mealworm beetles.
Who Needs Sunscreen?
Kids learn the science behind harmful UV radiation and test the effectiveness of sunscreens on color, UV beads that change color when exposed to the sun’s rays!
pH Scale & Neutralization
Discovering the effectiveness of various antacids.
In the Air Tonight
Measuring the amount of Oxygen in the atmosphere and using protractors to create proportions for a quantitative pie graph.
Poly-what?
Learning about polymers by testing the absorbency of diapers, then performing a cost analysis to determine the best brand for the buck.
Bellaire Parks & Recreation Center
5125 Laurel
Bellaire, TX 77401
713-662-8280
Map & Driving Directions
Online Registration
Dates:
June 16th - 19th
Times:
9am - 12pm
2pm - 5pm
(same class taught both sessions)
Cost:
$100 due at registration;
$50 supply fee due upon arrival |
West University Parks and Recreation Center
Camp will be held in the Scout House at
6108 Edloe St.
Houston, TX 77005
713-662-5892
Map & Driving Directions
Online Registration
You may also register in person at
West University Parks and Recreation Center
6104 Auden
Houston, TX 77005
 Dates:
July 14th - 17th
Times:
1:30pm - 4:30pm
Cost:
$100 due at registration;
$50 supply fee due upon arrival
Bring a Friend for Free! (no registration cost for friend, but supply fee of $50 required for each participant) |
Pearland Parks & Recreation Center
Pearland, TX 77581
281-652-1673
Online Registration
Dates:
June 30th - July 3rd
July 7th - 10th
Times:
9am - 12pm
Cost:
$84 due at registration;
(includes all supplies and fees)
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Weekley YMCA
Camp will be held at Pershing Middle School
3838 Blue Bonnet Blvd.
Houston, TX 77025
713-664-9622
(contact Kevin Kebede)
Map & Driving Directions
Online Registration
You may also register in person at
Weekley YMCA
7101 Stella Link Blvd.
Houston, TX 77025
Dates:
July 14th - 17th
Times:
9am - 12pm
Cost:
$125 due at registration for Facility Members;
$140 due at registration for Program Members
Register with a Friend and Receive 50% off 2nd Registration
(or register for two camps and also receive discount)!
*Registrations must be made at the same time |
First Colony Parks & Recreation
4350 Austin Pkwy.
Sugar Land, TX 77479
281-634-9555
Map & Driving Directions
Registration Information
Registration by phone, fax or in person; check, cash or VISA/MasterCard.
Dates:
June 16th - 19th
Times:
9am - 12pm
Cost:
$137.50 due at registration;
(includes all supplies and fees) |
Upper Kirby YMCA
Camp will be held at Bethany Christian Church
3223 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77098
713-522-9622
(contact Shaun McCowen)
Map & Driving Directions
You may also register in person at
Upper Kirby YMCA
3015 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77098
Mon. and Thurs. 2:30 - 6:30pm; Weds. 1pm - 7pm
You may also register at
Weekley YMCA
7101 Stella Link Blvd.
Houston, TX 77025
Dates & Times:
June 23rd - 26th, 1pm - 4pm *
July 21st - 24th, 9am - 12pm
*Register for our Number Crunch camp offered the same day for an all-day camp experience!
Week of June 23rd only...bring a sack lunch!
Cost:
$125 due at registration for Facility Members;
$140 due at registration for Program Members
Register with a Friend and Receive 50% off 2nd Registration (or register for two camps and also receive discount)!
*Registrations must be made at the same time |
