What ages does the camp serve?

This session accepts children ages 4–12 with activities scaled by age and ability.

Where do I drop off and pick up my child?

Check-in is at Industry City 253 36th Building 3 2nd Floor, Space C259; drop-off starts at 8:30 am and full-day pickup is around 4:00 pm (half-day options available).

No; pack a nut-free lunch, snack, and water bottle each day.

What is the camper-to-staff ratio?

Groups are capped at 20 campers to keep attention high and activities well supervised.

Are any tech or materials provided?

Yes—laptops, tablets, maker tools, and 3D model materials are included as part of the program.

Is the space accessible?

Accessibility information is not provided in the listing; contact the organizer directly for specific accommodations.

CREA Summer Camp (Session 12) — STEAM-Powered Active Play at Industry City Brooklyn | Workshop | Events

At the edge of Sunset Park’s industrial waterfront, CREA Summer Camp—Session 12 (August 31–September 2) turns a repurposed Industry City warehouse into a daylong playground where kids mix movement and code. Located at Industry City 253 36th Building 3 2nd Floor, Space C259 Brooklyn, NY, 11232, the program welcomes campers ages 4–12 for one- to five-day options in small cohorts (20 participants maximum). Each day follows a pulse-quickening rhythm: early drop-off, freeplay warmups, a 60-minute movement-based CREA Adventure, two Design Lab sessions, lunch, outdoor play, and flexible pickup. Motion-sensor games, glowing puzzles, climbing challenges, and eco-focused missions move between active play and hands-on STEAM projects so kids burn energy while building skills. The Design Lab is a deliberate contrast: laptops, tablets, crafting supplies, and maker tools sit beside 3D model materials for coding, animation, and low-tech engineering. Campers tackle design thinking exercises, prototype game development, and eco-challenges that connect to local urban systems. The result is active learning that feels like play but builds confidence and curiosity. CREA’s approach stands out in Brooklyn because it pairs physical play with tech-centered creation inside a repurposed manufacturing complex, a piece of local history repurposed for education. The industrial bones of Building 3 give the space high ceilings, large zones, and a sense of scale that playgrounds and classrooms in smaller sites can’t match. Staff emphasize safety, teamwork, and accessible challenges so four-year-olds and preteens can share the same day at different paces. Practical details are tidy: pack a nut-free lunch, snack, and water bottle; dress for active play. Early drop-off begins at 8:30 am, full-day runs through about 4 pm, and half-day pickup is offered. The program caps at 20 campers to preserve attention and space. For families hunting summer programming, CREA offers a compact, high-energy alternative to sports camps and day cares: it’s a place where kids climb, code, invent, and learn to test ideas in real time. Whether you’re local to Brooklyn or visiting New York City for family time, Session 12 at Industry City is a concentrated shot of hands-on summer curiosity that keeps kids moving and thinking. Meeting point and address are provided exactly for check-in, and staff handle materials and tech. Small group sizes plus built-in transitions make it easy for caregivers to drop in and pick up. Expect a curriculum that balances free choice and guided projects, with instructors prompting reflection, iteration, and cooperative play. The camp’s urban location gives kids a chance to learn inside an industrial space converted to creative use, connecting makerspace practice with everyday city life. Book early; small cohorts and seasonal demand make spots move quickly. Reach the organizer via the provided referral link to reserve a seat today.