Aerospace Camp Maroochydore is a unique, exceptional and exciting, curriculum-aligned program designed to inspire and engage students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) through practical activities, cutting-edge technologies, and expert-led presentations. Designed specifically to inspire, educate, and empower young minds, the camp combines practical learning with immersive activities. The camp offers a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where students can develop critical employability skills such as creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Delivered over four days and three nights, the camp balances immersive STEM learning with opportunities for students to build social connections and strengthen their confidence, particularly in regional and rural areas where such experiences may not be readily accessible.
Watch the Aerospace Camp Goulburn Overview video from 2024:
What Makes Aerospace Camp Exceptional?
- Personalised Supervision: With a dedicated staff-to-student ratio of 5:32, every participant benefits from personalised guidance and attention in workshops and activities.
- Comprehensive Safety: A 24-hour security system ensures the wellbeing of all students throughout their stay. Staff are rostered in 2-hour blocks for overnight supervision in the hallway of the accommodation block.
- Engaging Activities: From rocket launches to robotics challenges, students explore STEM concepts through hands-on, practical applications.
- Access to Exclusive Technologies: Participants work with simulators, drones, virtual reality headsets, and robotics—tools they may not typically encounter in school.
- Small Group Focus: Camps are capped at 32 students to ensure a high-quality, interactive experience.
- Targeted STEM Learning: All activities are tied to real-world applications, fostering both academic and career-oriented outcomes.
Program Highlights
Aerospace Camp Maroochydore delivers a diverse and exciting itinerary, including:
- Exploring the wonders of astronomy and Australia’s night sky
- Learning about Australia’s contributions to global space exploration
- Investigating the Artemis Missions to the Moon and Mars
- Designing and launching rockets, building galactic habitats, and creating robotic rovers
- Problem-solving challenges using advanced materials
- Understanding sustainable living on the Moon and Mars
- Tracing the history of space travel and exploration
The program also includes captivating presentations by STEM specialists from the space and aerospace industries. These talks inspire participants to pursue STEM-related subjects and career pathways, providing valuable insight into the opportunities that await in these fields.
Program Details
Date: 28th to 31st August, 2026
Location: Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct – 80 Currimundi Rd, Currimundi 4551
Capacity: Limited to 32 students per camp
Cost: $2000.00 per student.
Registration deadline: 19th July unless places fill prior.
Deposit due: 19th July
Tech Collect
Student devices and phones are collected at 9:30 pm every night. They are charged overnight and returned to students at 7 am in the morning. Phone calls to family are permitted and students can utilise staff phones to call (if required). This ensures everyone gets a good night’s sleep and not disturbed by the glow of tech whilst trying to get to sleep.
Inclusions:
- Secure, high-quality accommodation
- Nutritious, balanced meals
- Itinerary items valued at over $600
- All materials and resources required for activities
The Transformative Impact
Here’s what parents and students are saying about Aerospace Camp:
“A huge thank you for this opportunity for my daughter. The positivity of the camp and the friends she made helped her grow within herself.”
“The opportunities you provide to regional kids are amazing. This experience gave my child the confidence to pursue his dream of working for NASA.”
“I loved the spacesuit design activity because it pushed me to think creatively.”
This video of the WIN News segment captures the genuine excitement and positive impact the camp had on participants.
Limited spaces
Spaces are limited, so we encourage early registration to secure this exciting opportunity.
Local, State and Federal Government Grants
There could be an opportunity to apply for local, State or Federal Government grants or other scholarships to assist in payments for Australian students attending Aerospace Camp. If you are interested in applying for grants, please indicate on your registration form or contact info@onegiantleapaustralia.com.
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