Availability:
Estimated Arrival: Between Apr 22 and Apr 24. *ETA to USA Only
Important!
BRING A FRIEND! If you bring a new player to our store to join our summer camp who has never participated in our youth programs, you and your friend will both receive $20 in store credit at our store.
IMPORTANT! We need at least three campers per program per week to be able to offer these programs this summer. If we do not get three campers for a specific program week, we will be unable to offer the camp for that week.
DAILY RATE - We added a daily rate to our weekly summer camps as well. (IMPORTANT)Please be sure to check with us about the day you plan to attend. Some dates may be sold out.
If a program and date do not work, be sure to reach out to us. We purposely left some flexibility in our scheduling toward the end of the summer to offer additional programming based on interest.
Be sure to select the appropriate dates and programs to display the available options. You can take a look at our table below for available programs and dates:
Schedule
All age groups are recommended. If you want to sign up your camper for a slot and they do not fit the recommended age, reach out and we can do our best to accommodate! For D&D, we also may have mixed age groups depending on sign-ups.
| Dungeons & Dragons (ages 9 - 11) |
| June 23rd - June 27th | 9 am - 12 pm |
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July 7th - July 11th | 9 am - 12 pm |
| July 28th - Augst 1st | 9 am - 12 pm |
| Dungeons & Dragons (ages 12 -15) |
| June 23rd - June 27th | 9 am - 12 pm |
| June 23rd - June 27th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| July 7th - July 11th | 9 am - 12 pm |
| July 7th - July 11th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| July 21st - July 25th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| July 28th - August 1st | 9 am - 12 pm |
| July 28th - August 1st | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| Dungeons & Dragons (high school - recommended) |
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June 23rd - June 27th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| July 7th - July 11th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| July 21st - July 25th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| Pokémon Camp (ages 8 - 14) |
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July 14th - July 18th | 9 am - 12 pm |
| Strategy Games Camp (ages 10 - 15) |
| July 28th - August 1st | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| TCG Camp (Junior/High School) |
| June 24th - June 28th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| Dungeon Master Camp (Junior/High School) |
| July 14th - July 18th | 1 pm - 4 pm |
| Soft Skills Board Game Camp (ages 10 - 15) |
| July 21st - July 25th | 9 am - 12 pm |
If a program and date do not work, be sure to reach out to us. We purposely left some flexibility in our scheduling toward the end of the summer to offer additional programming based on interest.
Outline
Join us at BGE's Tabletop for a summer of tabletop gaming! Our summer programs are excellent opportunities to socialize, develop skills, and grow as a person and a gamer!
- General Camp Outline
- Optional Lunch Hangout Add-On
- Dungeons & Dragons
- Learn to Dungeon Master
- Strategy Games Camp
- Warhammer (to be determined based on demand)
- TCG Camp
- Soft Skills Board Game Camp
- Pokémon Camp
- Board Game Design
- Things to keep in mind for our camp!
Below is information related to our current program offerings. We will be adding other programs at the end of the summer based on interest and demand.
Below is a general outline of our schedule for camp
AM Camp
8:50 - 9:00 - Drop Off
9:00 - 9:10 - Check-ins
9:10 - 10:30 - Gaming/Programming
10:30 - 10:45 - Snack Break
10:45 - 12:00 - Gaming/Programming
12:00 - 12:10 - Pick Up
PM Camp
12:50 - 1:00 - Drop Off
1:00 - 1:10 - Check-ins
1:10 - 2:30 - Gaming/Programming
2:30 - 2:45 - Snack Break
2:45 - 4:00 - Gaming/Programming
4:00 - 4:10 - Pick Up
Below is an outline of our curriculum for our various programs. Please Keep in mind that we will be finalizing the curriculum in the coming weeks.
Optional Lunch Hangout Add-On (12:00 - 1:00 PM)
Does your camper want to stay a little longer, or want to join us early for pizza or hot dogs? We will be offering an optional add-on for campers who would like to join us for lunch and to stick around to play other tabletop games. This optional add-on includes supervision, lunch (a hot dog or two cheese pieces of pizza, a cookie, and juice or water), and game time!
Pizza will be provided by West Hills Pizza and hot dogs will be provided by Walter's Cookies. If your child would like to participate in the optional lunch hangout and has a dietary restriction, please let us know, and we can provide an additional option.
Price: $17.99/day lunch
Price: $14.99 - no lunch included (only hang out)
Be sure to select this as an add-on option, and add the total number of days you would like your camper to join.
Dugeons & Dragons Camp
Join us for a week-long amazing adventure of Dungeons & Dragons! D&D is all the rage right now, and this is a perfect opportunity to learn how to play, create a character, and go on an adventure. This is also a great opportunity for camp attendees to take some time away from the screens and still have a lot of fun. We welcome new and experienced players to these sessions!
This is a perfect game session for players ages 9 - 14 (recommended). If we get enough campers and staff to support them, we will have two separate age groups. Keep in mind we will need at least three campers per age group to host the week-long D&D camp.
Please select an age group, we cannot guarantee players will stay in the same age group. It will be based on staffing, the number of players, and their ages.
Each camper will receive a Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook (valued at $49.95)! If you already have this book, you can choose from a select few other books (based on availability and style).
Who are our DMs?
Todd
Todd has been running games of Dungeons and Dragons since 2010. Beginning their journey with D&D, Todd also enjoys Call of Cthulhu, Shadowrun, Fiasco, and other tabletop role playing games.Todd loves a good mystery, and their favorite part of running RPGs is giving players exactly what they asked for (typically in the most convoluted way possible.) Primarily serving as a Dungeon Master, when they aren’t behind the screen, Todd loves playing out whatever hijinks a Warlock or Rogue can get themselves into.
Violet
Violet has over 12 years of experience DM-ing games and organizing D&D tables for game stores, conventions, and events including D&D celebration, San Diego Comic Con, and other local LA experiences. She has been a guest on Dragon Talk, the official D&D podcast, for her work consulting for a TV show on incorporating D&D, and has run games at a live-streamed event at the Getty. She has also worked 6 years as a science teacher and has even longer experience in education working with organizations since her college years to provide SAT resources and college counseling to high schoolers with less opportunities than their peers. She believes strongly in inclusion and equity and tries to advocate for it in all facets of her life.
Dustin
Dustin is the owner of BGE's Tabletop and has been using game-based learning and gamification in his career as an educator from the very first year he stepped into a classroom in South Korea. Since then, creating engaging environments for learning and developing soft skills has become his passion-- hence the game store! He has been DM-ing for a couple of years and introduces new players to D&D every week!
Dungeon Master Camp
This is a week-long camp for aspiring Dungeon Masters. It is designed to teach aspiring Dungeon Masters (DMs) the skills and knowledge they need to run a successful and engaging role-playing game (RPG) campaign. The class covers a range of topics, including the basics of RPGs and game mastering, the rules of the game, world-building and storytelling techniques, player management and adventure design, session management, improvisation, and troubleshooting. By the end of the class, students should be able to create and run their own D&D campaigns, manage their players effectively, and handle unexpected situations that arise during gameplay.
Final curriculum outline and curriculum to be developed by the instructor. Players will also have the opportunity to DM during this camp!
Each camper will receive a Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook or Dungeon Master's Guide (valued at $49.95)! If you already have this book, you can choose from a select few other books (based on availability and style).
Strategy Games Camp
Our camp is designed to help children develop important skills while having a blast playing some of the most engaging and exciting board games around. Our experienced instructors will teach your child the ins and outs of strategy games, while also fostering teamwork, social skills, and confidence. At our camp, your child will make new friends, explore new games, and develop important skills that will benefit them for years to come. Sign up today and give your child an unforgettable summer experience!
Examples of games we will play in the Strategy Games Camp:
- Catan
- Small World
- Evolution
- Smash Up
- And more!
Each camper will receive three complimentary rentals from our board game library!
Warhammer Camp (to be determined based on demand)
Looking for an exciting and engaging summer experience for your high-school aged child? Look no further than our Warhammer game camp! Our camp is designed specifically for teenagers who love strategy games and want to dive deeper into the world of Warhammer. With experienced instructors and passionate fellow players, your child will learn the intricacies of Warhammer, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and have a blast doing it. Our camp is also a great way for your child to make new friends who share their love of gaming and strategy. Whether your child is a seasoned player or new to Warhammer, our camp has something to offer. Sign up today and give your child an unforgettable summer experience!
Each camper will receive paint brushes, glue, paint, and figures (valued at $99.95)!
Beyond Strategy-- Warhammer Creativity and Expression!
Warhammer is not only a game of strategy and tactics, but also has a strong creative side. One of the unique aspects of Warhammer is the ability for players to customize and personalize their armies, creating unique and distinct factions that reflect their individual style and preferences. This creativity extends beyond just painting and modeling miniatures, as players can also create their own backstories, lore, and worlds to accompany their armies.
Additionally, the Warhammer universe is rich with intricate details and lore, providing players with a wealth of inspiration for their own creative endeavors. Players can explore the history and culture of different factions, create their own characters and stories, and even design their own scenarios and campaigns.
The creative side of Warhammer can be a fulfilling and enjoyable aspect of the game, allowing players to express themselves and explore their imagination in a fun and engaging way. Whether through painting and modeling miniatures, writing lore and stories, or designing custom scenarios, Warhammer offers a wealth of creative opportunities for players to explore.
Warhammer Kill Team - an introduction to the Warhammer Hobby
Campers will go through the whole Kill Team expereince with an easy to learn introduction to the Warhammer hobby. The camp will start with building and modeling, move into painting, and finally end with gameplay and tactics!
Note: This camp has a higher price point because more materials are included with this camp.
Soft-Skills Board Game Camp
Join us for a week-long board game camp! This is a week of fun gaming while developing different soft skills without even realizing it! This is also a great opportunity for camp attendees to take some time away from the screens and still have a lot of fun.
Each day we will play various tabletop board games that help to develop different soft skills.
Each game includes a pre-activity and post-activity to help players solidify the skills developed through play.
IMPORTANT: Games listed below are examples of games used during our camp. We may make changes to the games below based on camper interest!
Monday: Collaboration and Team-Building Games
On the first day of the camp, we will play games designed to be cooperative or team-based. Players will develop skills such as sharing, encouraging one another, contributing, and giving and taking.
- 5-Minute Marvel
- Codenames
- Forbidden Island
- Escape Room Games like the Unlock! or Exit Games Series
- Or other games that require collaboration and team-building
Tuesday: Strategic Thinking
We will play games designed to develop strategic thinking skills.
Games that may be played today include:
- Plunder: A Pirate's Life
- King of Tokyo
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Catan
Wednesday: Executive Functioning (Working Memory, Cognitive Flexibility, Self-Regulation)
Executive functioning is an important skill to develop and games are an excellent tool to help with developing this skill.
Games that may be played today include:
- Kombo Clash
- Ecosystem
- Rainbow Rabbits
- Or other games that require executive functioning
Thursday: Creative Thinking and Storytelling
On the first day of the camp, we will play different games that use creative thinking and storytelling. These are exciting games that players can use their imagination and creativity to play.
Games that may be played today include:
Friday: Revisit Games from the Week + Fun day!
On Friday, we will revisit some favorite games from the previous four days. We will also have a fun celebration to end the week!
Each camper will receive three complimentary rentals from our board game library!
Pokémon Camp
Each camper will receive a Pokémon deck and additional cards to improve their decks ($50 value)!
Day 1:
Morning:
- Introduction to Pokemon TCG and its rules
- Discussion of the different types of Pokemon cards
- Introduction to Pokémon League honor code (winning and losing, fair play, etc.)
- Practice games with simplified rules
Afternoon:
- Continue practice games
Day 2:
Morning:
- Building a basic deck with provided cards
- Introduction to deck-building principles
- Trading and collecting workshop
Afternoon:
- Continue practice games with new decks and learning combos and strategy
Day 3:
Morning:
- Pokémon Collection 101 - Trading and collecting workshop
Afternoon:
- Pokémon "draft" tournament
Day 4:
Morning:
- Advanced deck-building techniques - designing your own deck from scratch
Afternoon:
- Continue practice games with new decks and learning combos and strategy
Day 5:
- Final tournament with prizes
- Discussion of sportsmanship and good gaming etiquette
- Closing Ceremony and award presentation
TCG Camp
Full schedule and details to be announced later!
Things to keep in mind for our camp:
- Survey: We will send out a survey to all parents/guardians before the week of your camp starts. Be sure to complete this survey before attending the camp.
- Liability Waiver: Parents will need to sign a liability waiver if they would like to leave their child here during the sessions.
- Player Counts: We will require three players per camp week. If we do not have at least three players we cannot start the camp. We will continue to communicate with you and inform you when we have enough players for the camp. Some camp weeks are limited to a certain number of players.
- Age Groups: We tend to group our camp Sessions based on age. This is more of a recommendation than a hard rule. We may have some overlap in age groups to fill space or to accommodate requests. Please keep this in mind as you sign up for sessions.
- Player Groups: Our Kids D&D Sessions have really grown since we first opened! We want to do everything we can to accommodate players who want to play together. Usually, we can make that happen! However, this requires a bit of flexibility and scheduling compromises for everyone involved including DMs, parents/guardians, players, our store calendar, and our program coordinator. If you have any requests, please let us know and we will do our best to make it happen.
- Age appropriateness: We keep our D&D campaigns for kids mild-mannered. However, please keep in mind there is fighting and sometimes violent encounters in the game: "Encounters often take the form of battles with "monsters" – a generic term used in D&D to describe potentially hostile beings such as animals, aberrant beings, or mythical creatures (Wikipedia)."
- Three Strikes Rule: Players will have three strikes for following instructions of our staff. The first one is a warning, the second one is a chat with the parent/guardian and/or Dustin (store manager/owner), and the third one is a break from the store.
- Keep in mind, whether you are a new or experienced player, we create our first character on day 1!