Summer Camps
Designed to be more than just a classroom resource, our drone racing kit provides the foundation for a summer full of high-flying adventure and immersive learning.
Our drone racing kit offers students an action-packed introduction to the world of drones and drone racing. But the excitement doesn’t stop there – this hands-on learning experience enhances skills in areas such as critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and more.
Best of all, our Summer Camp Program not only serves as an enriching opportunity for students but also as a resourceful way for schools to recoup the cost of the drone racing program. By offering a captivating summer camp experience, schools can generate revenue that goes directly towards supporting and sustaining their drone education initiatives.
Get ready for a summer of excitement, learning, and drone-fueled fun with Rocket Drones. Let’s take off into the summer sky together!”
Summer Camp Overview
Objective: Teach high schoolers how to safely and effectively fly and racing drones in a fun and engaging environment.
Duration: 5 days, 4 hours per day
Participants: 24 kids, divided into four groups of six
Resources: Six FPV drones, a drone simulator with 12 licenses, safety goggles, spare parts, and a racecourse
Day 1: Introduction to Drones and Safety
Welcome and icebreaker activities
Brief overview of FPV drone technology, components, and terminology
Introduction to safety guidelines and best practices
Demonstration of proper drone handling and maintenance
Hands-on activity: Drone inspection & charging
Drone simulator: Basic flight controls and practice
Day 2: Basic Flight Skills
Review safety guidelines
Warm-up activity: Drone simulator practice
Introduction to basic flight maneuvers (e.g., take-off, hover, forward flight, turns, landing)
Group flight practice with instructor supervision (6 kids per drone, rotating after each flight)
Drone simulator practice with basic flight skills
Debrief and group discussion
Day 3: Intermediate Flight Skills and Racecourse Introduction
Review safety guidelines and basic flight skills
Warm-up activity: Drone simulator practice
Introduction to intermediate flight skills with FPV goggles
Group flight practice with instructor supervision (6 kids per drone, rotating after each flight)
Introduction to the racecourse: Obstacles, checkpoints, and strategy
Drone simulator practice with racecourse other players
Debrief and group discussion
Day 4: Racecourse Practice and Time Trials
Review safety guidelines and flight maneuvers
Warm-up activity: Drone simulator practice
Group racecourse practice with instructor supervision (6 kids per drone, rotating after each flight)
Time trials: Each participant flies the racecourse individually and records their time
Drone simulator practice focused on improving racecourse performance
Debrief and group discussion
Day 5: Drone Racing Tournament and Closing Ceremony
Review safety guidelines and racecourse strategy
Warm-up activity: Drone simulator practice
Drone racing tournament: Participants compete in a series of races, with the top performers advancing through a bracket-style competition
Award ceremony: Recognize participants for their achievements in the camp, such as fastest race time, most improved, and best sportsmanship
Closing remarks and discussion: Reflections on the camp experience, future involvement in drone racing, and potential applications of drone technology
Throughout the camp, the drone simulator will be used to reinforce lessons and provide additional practice for students as they wait for their turn to fly the drones.
