Train Like an Astronaut

Space Camp has been helping inspire the next generation of explorers for more than 42 years. This internationally known program with more than one million alumni is based on NASA astronaut training and focuses on teamwork and leadership skills. Launched in 1982, Space Camp has inspired and motivated young people from around the country, and later the world, with attendees from all 50 states, U.S. territories, and 150 foreign countries. We offer space, aviation and robotics camps to children between the ages of 9 to 18, adults of all ages, families, and educators.

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Alabama Space Academy for Educators
Age: Adult

Applications for the Alabama Space Academy for Educators program for 2025 are now openApplications openThe U.S. Space & Rocket Center® has received funding from the Alabama Legislature to bring teachers from across the state to a special Space…

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Adult Advanced Space Academy
Age: Adult $1,999

Always wanted to be an astronaut but thought you were too old for Space Camp? Adult Space Academy® is a 6-day/5-night adventure with hands-on, interactive space missions and other activities to show you what it takes to be an astronaut. Activities…

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Adult Space Academy
Age: Adult $899

Three days, Two nightsAlways wanted to be an astronaut, but were too old for Space Camp? We have a camp for you! Adult Space Academy is an adventurous, weekend experience allowing campers to assume roles in hands-on, interactive space missions and…

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Family Space Camp
Age: 7-18+ $799 per person*

An adventure the whole family can enjoy! Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles are all invited to bring your future astronaut, engineer or scientist and explore everything Space Camp has to offer! BOOK NOW This camp is designed to be an…

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Pathfinder
Age: 9-18+ $699 per person

Pathfinder® provides an exciting introduction to Space Camp® in a three-day, two-night program for groups.Groups programs available year-round. Click "Request Availability" to check date availability for your group Build a model rocket, train like…

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