Code Ninjas North Vancouver — Video Game Design

I enrolled my 9-year-old son in the Video Game Design program at Code Ninjas North Vancouver, and overall, we're quite pleased. The instructor, Mike, really connected with the kids and made the learning fun. My son was thrilled to create his own character and design a small level for a game using the skills he learned. The small group size allowed for personalized attention, which was a big plus. However, I did notice that they spend a significant amount of time in front of screens, which made me a bit uneasy about the balance. Pickup was organized, but I wish they had a clearer system since it felt slightly chaotic at times. Despite these minor issues, my son came out excited each week, eager to share his progress. I would recommend this program for kids who are creative and have an interest in technology, but parents should be aware of the screen time involved.

I enrolled my 10-year-old in the Video Game Design program at Code Ninjas North Vancouver, and overall, it was a solid experience. The instructor, Sarah, was really engaging, guiding the kids through the process of creating their own video games. My child loved working on the character design aspect and even made a new friend during the sessions. The small group size allowed for plenty of individual attention, which was a plus. The only downside was the amount of screen time involved; I wish there had been more hands-on activities to balance it out. Pickup was organized, and I appreciated the clear communication from the staff. I would recommend this program for creative kids aged 8-10, especially those interested in technology, but just be prepared for some screen-heavy sessions.