Innovators, Inc.

Does your camper love a challenge? Each Innovators group is presented with a unique problem that must be solved by the end of the week, such as revamping a failing restaurant complete with décor, cooking and new menus, curating a museum exhibit with their own artwork, or putting on a Broadway show. It’s all hands on deck as they work together through a series of projects that build not only new artistic and creative skills, but leadership abilities as well. With a wide range of themes, from natural disasters to history to time travel, this engaging camp is sure to be a favorite!

This unique summer camp program includes a weekly field trip or expert workshop. Past favorites include the International Spy Museum, Ocean Dunes Waterpark, culinary workshops with Tiny Chefs and acting workshops with Round House Theater. Campers consider these experiences to be the highlight of the week!

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Learn about the Headfirst Philosophy

Why We're Different

For each week of Innovators, Inc. day camp, we create a dynamic, immersive story based on a theme, such as Cooking, Forensics or Architecture. Then, through the world we’ve created, campers enjoy activities and games designed to strengthen qualities like grit and optimism. To the kids, it feels like camp. But we know we’re accomplishing more. Check out our unique Super Six curriculum to learn how we help build character through story and play.

Swim & Water Play

We are excited to share that this camp includes daily recreational swim at our Palisades, NW DC and Bethesda, MD locations! Recreational swim is an opportunity to engage in safe, supervised free swim and pool-based games. Campers will be assessed for use of permitted areas of the pool. We are working with our school partners to maximize the number of days in the pool for your camper – our goal is daily recreational swim and we will let you know before camp if that is not the case.

At our Cathedral Heights, NW DC and Oakton, VA locations, campers will participate in daily waterplay. Water Play is a fun way for campers to cool off in the middle of the day. The water play activity will vary throughout the week, but will always be a fun and active way for campers to cool down from the summer heat.