GoCoding STEM Summer Camp – Jersey City — Video Game Design

I enrolled my 9-year-old in the GoCoding STEM Summer Camp in Jersey City for their Video Game Design program. Overall, it was a solid experience. The staff, like our instructor Sarah, was very engaged and genuinely excited about teaching the kids how to create their own games. My child designed a simple but fun platformer that they are still talking about weeks later. The camp provided great snacks, which was a plus. However, I did notice some long lines during pickup, which could be improved. The camp seems to accommodate kids with varying skill levels well, making it an inclusive environment. If you have a creative child who loves video games, I recommend checking this camp out, just be prepared for a bit of waiting at the end of the day.

My son attended the GoCoding STEM Summer Camp in Jersey City for Video Game Design this past summer, and overall, it was a solid experience. He’s 12 and has always been into gaming, so this was right up his alley. The instructors, especially a woman named Lisa, were engaging and really helped the kids bring their game ideas to life. They worked on developing their own video games, which I found to be a great creative project for them. One small annoyance was the long lines during pickup; it felt a bit chaotic at times, and it could have been better organized. However, the small group size allowed for a more personalized experience, and my son made a few friends along the way. I think it’s a worthwhile program for creative kids, though just be prepared for the longer wait times at the end of the day.