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Ascend Future Skills Academy

Camps, bootcamps and one-off workshops.

Everything outside the regular term-time courses, holiday camps, masterclasses, and the events where students show what they've built.

Currently running Best in STEM award winner

Summer Camp 2026

Two world-class STEM programs for young creators, build real robots, code your own games, and present your work at a Final Showcase. Verified against Ascend's own dedicated camp site.

Sport Society Mall, Mirdif, Dubai Elektra Street, Abu Dhabi

Accredited & recognised by
Dubai Sports CouncilDubai Sports CouncilMinecraft Education PartnerMinecraft Education PartnerNASEF UAE AffiliateNASEF UAE AffiliateUnreal Authorized TrainingUnreal Authorized TrainingSTEM.org CertifiedSTEM.org Certified
Grades 2–12

Robotics & AI Camp

Build real robots from scratch, wiring components, writing code, and solving real engineering challenges.

12 hoursGuided learningMax 12 studentsClass sizeBeginner, Intermediate & AdvancedLevels
Tracks
  • Smart Robot CarSensors, control logic, line-following, app/Bluetooth control (Arduino-based).
  • Creative RoboticsChoose a Robot Arm, Biped Robot, or Quadruped Spider Robot, servo and motion code.
  • Junior Engineers (Grades 2–5)Scratch block coding and guided assembly.
  • Advanced Makers (Grade 6+)Arduino and Python, circuit debugging.
Students come away with
Robotics fundamentals & engineering conceptsCoding logic, loops, variables & conditionalsSensor integration & automationArduino programming & hardware interactionElectronics & circuit fundamentals
Grades 2–12

Game Design & Development

Code, design and build games using professional-grade tools, Minecraft, Fortnite and Unity. No experience required, just imagination.

12 hoursGuided learningHands-on, project-based learningFormatMinecraft · UEFN · Unity AI-XRTracks
Tracks
  • Minecraft EducationCoding logic, loops, automation, interactive worlds.
  • Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN)Level design, environments, gameplay mechanics.
  • Unity AI-XRAR & VR development, AI-assisted creativity, interactive apps.
Students come away with
Coding & computational thinking skillsGame design & development fundamentalsLevel design & environment creation techniquesAR & VR development knowledgeAI-assisted content creation skills

Every camp ends with a Final Showcase, students present to family, and every participant is awarded a completion certificate.

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RegisterPick a program and reserve your child's place using the form below.
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Choose trackSelect a robot or game-dev track matched to your child's age and level.
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Build & learnTwo weeks of guided, hands-on building with industry-expert instructors.
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ShowcasePresent the finished project to family, and take home a certificate.
Ages5–16
Format2 weeks · 6 sessions · 3 sessions per week
DatesOngoing
Ways to saveInstalments via Tabby/Tamara
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Camp team direct: info@ascendesport.com

Announced

Winter Camp 2026

Details aren't confirmed yet, dates, tracks and venue will follow the same format as Summer Camp once they're set. Register your interest and you'll be the first to hear.

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Workshops & masterclasses

Alongside camps, students regularly get hands-on workshops, bootcamps and masterclasses led by industry experts, on top of their normal course sessions.

  • Short, focused sessions on one specific skill
  • Led by working industry mentors, not classroom-only trainers
  • Open to enrolled students; ask about guest spots

Register your interest

Summer Camp, Winter Camp, or a workshop, tell us which and we'll follow up the moment it's confirmed.

We reply within one working day.