Fuel creativity! Power Mac Center’s Basecamp kicks off summer tech workshops

Creativity Camp is back with hands-on sessions in AI, podcasting & more for kids, teens

As technology becomes increasingly integral to everyday life, digitally savvy kids can enhance their tech skills to further enrich their knowledge and creativity. This summer, Power Mac Center (PMC), through its official training arm Basecamp, is offering young learners the chance to take their digital expertise to the next level.

Basecamp’s Creativity Camp is now open for registration, welcoming children aged 7 to 15 to its highly anticipated annual summer workshops on iPad and Mac. Running from May to June, these hands-on sessions will equip kids with valuable skills in 2D and 3D design, Augmented Reality (AR), animation, podcasting, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

“We offer kids and teens an exclusive opportunity to explore next-generation technologies through engaging, hands-on experiences. With guidance from expert instructors, they’ll unleash their creativity while gaining essential digital skills that will benefit them in the future. Our goal is to equip young learners with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the evolving digital landscape,” said Maleng Raysag, Basecamp’s head.

Basecamp is an Apple Professional Learning Provider, only the second in Asia to have that title. By enrolling in its courses, parents are assured that kids get high-quality, impactful education that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and digital literacy using Apple technologies.

iPad Fun: Design & Tell Stories

Young minds will love exploring the endless creative possibilities of the iPad! The “3D and AR Creators: Build and Bring Stories to Life” course invites young learners to dive into the exciting worlds of 3D design and AR. With fun, easy-to-use apps, they’ll craft interactive digital models and bring their imaginative ideas to life.

Meanwhile, let your child's creativity shine through storytelling, podcasting, and animation. In the “Creative Storytelling: Podcast and Animation Fun” course, they’ll learn to write, record, and animate their own stories using the iPad.

These engaging workshops will run on select dates, with “3D & AR Creators: Build and Bring Stories to Life” scheduled on May 6 & 8, May 13 & 15, May 20 & 22, and May 27 & 29, while “Creative Storytelling: Podcast and Animation Fun” takes place on June 3 & 5, June 10 & 12, June 17 & 19, and June 24 & 26. Participants can choose between morning sessions from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM or afternoon sessions from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Mac Makers: Art & AI Adventures

Ignite your child’s creativity with “Digital Designers: Create in 2D & 3D,” an interactive workshop where young artists and aspiring designers, animators, and architects explore 2D and 3D design using Mac apps. Through hands-on learning, they will design stunning digital models and build a strong foundation in digital art and design.

Meanwhile, as AI transforms the digital world, give your child a headstart with “Make Your Own AI: Fun with Smart Technology.” This exciting course sparks curiosity about AI, allowing kids to discover how AI works and even build their own smart models—no coding required!

“Digital Designers: Create in 2D & 3D” will be conducted on May 7 & 9, May 14 & 16, May 21 & 23, and May 28 & 30, while “Make Your Own AI: Fun with Smart Technology” runs on June 4 & 6, June 11 & 13, June 18 & 20, and June 25 & 27. Both courses offer morning sessions from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and afternoon sessions from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Creativity Camp offers courses at P6,000 per student per course, inclusive of Apple device use. Each course runs twice a week, with two-hour sessions per day, and participants will be grouped by age for an optimal learning experience.

Reservations are limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure a slot, parents must complete the required payment, which is non-refundable but transferable. Payments can be conveniently made via bank deposit. The workshop will take place at the Basecamp Training Center, 3rd Floor, Glorietta 5, Ayala Center, Makati City.

Spots are limited! Secure your child’s place today for a summer of innovation and discovery. Contact +639088856277 or email <basecamp@powermaccenter.com> for inquiries and reservations. Assistance is available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Follow Power Mac Center on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, Viber, and YouTube to be updated on promotions and special deals on Basecamp training fees.

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