Kids Next Code

Kids Next Code offers hands-on programs in AI, coding, engineering, cybersecurity, robotics, design, game design, drone and aviation, 3D printing, graphic design, photography, and videography. Its offerings include youth tech summer camps, boot camps, and certification-focused training programs, with some classes taught in person and others online.

Programs

• Kids Next Code Academy programs in AI, Coding, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Robotics, Design, and other STEAM subjects — 5-18 · Hands-on training for youth, teens, and parents in underserved communities; includes immersive boot camps and certification-focused programs.
• Youth Tech Summer Camps — 7-10, 11-14, 15-18 · Summer 2026 offerings in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Game Design, Robotics, Coding, Drone & Aviation, Engineering & 3D Printing, and Graphic Design.
• Teens Cybersecurity & Tech Career 5 Week Training Program — 14-18 · Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9 am - 12pm · $250 per week · June 2nd - July 9th; at Perry Career Academy, 137 Spring St Building 200, Jonesboro, GA, 30236.
• Teens Cybersecurity 1 Week Boot Camp — 14-18 · Mon - Fri, 9AM - 3 PM · $200 · June 1st- June 5th; at Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144.
• Teens Engineering, 3D Printing, & Robotics 1 Week Boot Camp — 14-18 · Mon - Fri, 9AM - 3 PM · $200 · July 6th - July 10th; at Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144.
• Dekalb Library & Kids Next Code Summer Youth Code Blazers Camp — 8-14 · Mon - Fri, 9AM - 3 PM · June 1st - July 24th; locations include Scott Candler Library, Salem-Panola Library, Wesley Chapel Library, and County Line-Ellenwood Library.
• Youth AI & Coding Summer Camp — 7-14 · Mon - Fri, 10 AM - 3 PM · June 1st- June 5th; free.
• Teens AI & Game Design 1 Week Boot Camp — 14-18 · Mon - Fri, 9AM - 3 PM · $200 · June 15th - June 19th; at Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144.
• Teens Tech Meets Art 1 Week Boot Camp: AI, Coding & Music, Graphic Design, Photography & Videography — 14-18 · Mon - Fri, 9AM - 3 PM · $200 · July 20th - July 24th; at Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144.
• Youth Summer Tech Boot Camps — 11-14 · Mon - Fri, 9 AM - 4 PM · $250 per week · May 26th - July 24th; at Kennesaw Parks & Recreation, 2753 Watts Dr, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
• Youth Graphic Design, 3D Engineering — 8-14 · Mon - Fri, 9 AM - 4 PM · $175 per week · June 22nd - June 26th; July 6th - July 10th; at Austell Youth Innovation Center, 5530 Austell-Powder Springs Road, Austell, GA 30106.
• Cybersecurity & Tech Career Training/Mentoring — High School Students · Saturdays, 9 AM - 12 PM · $150–$375 · 3-level, 3-semester training program with industry certification preparation and internship opportunities.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $150–$375
• Current session: Fall Class Schedule (Sep 12–Nov 14, 2026); Highschool Fall Cybersecurity & Tech Career Training Program (Sep 12–Nov 14, 2026)
• General schedule: Fall program meets once a week on Saturdays, 9 AM - 12 PM. Summer camps/programs are offered in weekly or multi-day formats, including Mon-Fri schedules.

About the provider

Kids Next Code started in 2016. The founder says over 3,000 students have enrolled in the program. Leadership listed on the page includes Travis A. Reeves, Don Griffin, Vanessa Payero, and Jason Sylvain. The mission is to enrich student learning with engaging, interactive, hands-on lessons that enhance problem solving skills and prepare youth to be competitive in a tech driven society. The organization also says it partners with local libraries, schools, parks and recreations, community centers, youth organizations, and corporate leaders, and that these programs are free and open to the community.

Offers both in-person and virtual classes. Requirements vary by course.

Last updated November 9, 2026.