Mad Science Day
Foam, fizz, reactions, and supervised demonstrations that make chemistry visible.
Weekend STEM camp in Calgary
Hands-on weekend science camps for curious kids.
Happy Science Calgary is a small-group pilot camp for kids ages 7-12. We make supervised, age-appropriate, hands-on science feel exciting, approachable, and real.
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STEM
Ages
7-12
Format
Weekend days
Group size
8-12 kids
Pilot price
$76/day
Why kids love it
Science they can touch, test, and talk about.
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Real experiments
Kids mix, build, observe, compare, and ask better questions with adult guidance.
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Small-group discovery
Limited pilot spots help each child get more attention and more turns.
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Backyard energy
Outdoor and backyard-friendly activities keep the pilot format active and grounded.
Pilot camp themes
Three ways to spend a science Saturday.
Micro Monsters & Biology
Explore tiny life, cells, observation skills, and the science of living systems.
Spy Science Lab
Use clues, codes, fingerprints, invisible ink, and logic to solve a lab mystery.
What a day looks like
A simple rhythm that keeps kids engaged.
Each day balances guided experiments, active breaks, creative problem solving, and time to explain what happened in kid-friendly language.
Welcome & safety setup
Names, parent contact check, expectations, and goggles when appropriate.
Experiment block
Hands-on activities with clear steps and room for curiosity.
Snack and outdoor reset
Short breaks help kids stay focused and comfortable.
Build, test, improve
Kids compare results, adjust ideas, and try again.
Wrap-up
Take-home recap so parents know what their child explored.
Safety & parent trust
Designed for curious kids and practical parents.
Safe materials first
Activities are planned around age-appropriate materials, clear supervision, and safety goggles when appropriate.
Small pilot groups
Each session is capped at 8-12 kids so the group stays manageable.
Outdoor/backyard format
The pilot format uses open, flexible space for messy experiments and movement. Kids should wear clothes suitable for hands-on activities.
No overpromising
This is a fun enrichment day, not a school replacement or advanced tutoring program.
Pricing / pilot info
Pilot price: $76 per child / day.
Happy Science Calgary is starting with limited pilot spots for weekend day camps. Capacity is 8-12 kids per session so we can keep the experience personal and hands-on. Parent contact is required, and the exact location is shared after registration/contact.
FAQ
Common parent questions.
Curious kids ages 7-12 who like making, testing, observing, and asking questions.
The pilot is built around age-appropriate activities, simple safety routines, and supervised small groups.
Safety goggles are provided when appropriate.
The first sessions are planned as an outdoor/backyard pilot format in Calgary. Exact location details are shared after registration/contact.
No booking system yet. Email us to join the interest list and hear when pilot dates open. Parent contact is required for each child.
Interested?
Join the Happy Science Calgary interest list.
Tell us your child's age, preferred weekends, camp theme, and any allergies or support needs.
Email us to join the interest listdaycamp@vlasov.ca