Brains & Motion Education
Palo Alto High School, 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301
About
Brains & Motion Education offers hands-on STEM and STEAM adventures, artistic expression, and games that get kids moving. The program includes collaborative sports, joyful outdoor movement, guided and structured recess, and play that is described as pure laughter and joy. It also offers year-round options such as before and after-school programs and guided recess.
• Ages: 5–13 years old
• Price: LIMITED TIME OFFER: BUY 3 WEEKS OF CAMP, GET 1 FREE!
Brains & Motion Education states that its mission is to spark kids’ curiosity, creativity, and love of learning by blending exciting STEAM adventures with sports and joyful outdoor movement, with a focus on holistic development in a fun, inclusive environment. Programs are described as whole-child enrichment that blend STEAM activities, sports, and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), with SEL woven into every activity. The organization reports that it focuses on building 21st-century competencies, including problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills, and that it emphasizes inclusivity, friendship, and community while welcoming kids of all backgrounds and interests.
Brains & Motion Education reports over 1,100 school partners, tens of thousands of BAM! alumni, and 100,000 students empowered. Programs are held at local schools and nearby universities across the country and are offered year-round, including summer camps, before and after-school programs, and guided recess. The organization is described as a trusted part of the community and is trusted by families and school leaders nationwide, and it partners with local Bay Area schools and community organizations to create safe, inspiring spaces for kids.
Instructors and coaches are described as expert, caring mentors with diverse expertise, including backgrounds in education, coaching, STEAM, and child psychology. Every candidate undergoes rigorous vetting processes with meticulous background checks, and instructors receive comprehensive training in their subject areas, child development, and safety protocols, along with continuous professional development. The curriculum is described as expertly crafted, and the program highlights heavily-vetted instructors and coaches. The leadership team includes Bart Epstein (CEO), Frank Bonanno (CFO), Kristopher Kasper (COO), Rob Magliano (CRO), Sean Zinsley (CTO), Jody Nova (VP of Curriculum), Charissa Murphy (VP of Finance), Kirsten Tamura (Director of Talent Acquisition & Customer Service), Sarah Esquivel (Director of Sales Operations), Amanda Wright (Operations Director), Jessica De Arcos (Operations Director), Casie DiCenso (Director of Summer Camps), Mallory Davis (Director of Training & Development), and Trey Thompson (Director of Sales, West).
Parent testimonials describe positive experiences with staff and activities. One parent shares that a counselor named Camille quickly eased a young camper’s nerves by finding common ground and talking about the child’s interests. Another parent reports that their son had so much fun that he wished the robotics camp was longer. A third parent notes that their child became more talkative at home and had a lot to share about her group and coach. A Trustpilot review from a parent named Kristen describes the program as well rounded across the STEAM range, more enriched than an average after care program, and praises an instructor named Ms. Sierra as helpful, kind, very bright, and clearly loving her work.
Last updated June 19, 2026.
• Ages: 5–13 years old
• Price: LIMITED TIME OFFER: BUY 3 WEEKS OF CAMP, GET 1 FREE!
Brains & Motion Education states that its mission is to spark kids’ curiosity, creativity, and love of learning by blending exciting STEAM adventures with sports and joyful outdoor movement, with a focus on holistic development in a fun, inclusive environment. Programs are described as whole-child enrichment that blend STEAM activities, sports, and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), with SEL woven into every activity. The organization reports that it focuses on building 21st-century competencies, including problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills, and that it emphasizes inclusivity, friendship, and community while welcoming kids of all backgrounds and interests.
Brains & Motion Education reports over 1,100 school partners, tens of thousands of BAM! alumni, and 100,000 students empowered. Programs are held at local schools and nearby universities across the country and are offered year-round, including summer camps, before and after-school programs, and guided recess. The organization is described as a trusted part of the community and is trusted by families and school leaders nationwide, and it partners with local Bay Area schools and community organizations to create safe, inspiring spaces for kids.
Instructors and coaches are described as expert, caring mentors with diverse expertise, including backgrounds in education, coaching, STEAM, and child psychology. Every candidate undergoes rigorous vetting processes with meticulous background checks, and instructors receive comprehensive training in their subject areas, child development, and safety protocols, along with continuous professional development. The curriculum is described as expertly crafted, and the program highlights heavily-vetted instructors and coaches. The leadership team includes Bart Epstein (CEO), Frank Bonanno (CFO), Kristopher Kasper (COO), Rob Magliano (CRO), Sean Zinsley (CTO), Jody Nova (VP of Curriculum), Charissa Murphy (VP of Finance), Kirsten Tamura (Director of Talent Acquisition & Customer Service), Sarah Esquivel (Director of Sales Operations), Amanda Wright (Operations Director), Jessica De Arcos (Operations Director), Casie DiCenso (Director of Summer Camps), Mallory Davis (Director of Training & Development), and Trey Thompson (Director of Sales, West).
Parent testimonials describe positive experiences with staff and activities. One parent shares that a counselor named Camille quickly eased a young camper’s nerves by finding common ground and talking about the child’s interests. Another parent reports that their son had so much fun that he wished the robotics camp was longer. A third parent notes that their child became more talkative at home and had a lot to share about her group and coach. A Trustpilot review from a parent named Kristen describes the program as well rounded across the STEAM range, more enriched than an average after care program, and praises an instructor named Ms. Sierra as helpful, kind, very bright, and clearly loving her work.
Last updated June 19, 2026.
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