Automotive Technology Jr.

Dates

Jun 1 – 5

Grades

6th – 8th
(As of Sept. 2026)

Costs

$350
+ $20 registration fee per camper (not per camp)
This camp is closed for this year. Check back again next year!

Automotive camp is designed to help future drivers and car owners to better understand their vehicles and ignite an interest in pursuing that knowledge farther. To instill awareness and responsibility in the safe operation and basic maintenance of today’s modern automobiles.

Learn about:

  • Automotive history
  • Types of cars that exist today
  • Challenges of car ownership
  • How cars work
  • How engines work
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Dealing with breakdowns and emergences
  • Tours of local dealerships and repair shops

And much more!

General Information

When to Arrive

Full-day camps: Camp check-in each day is between 7:30–8:30 a.m. at the Elementary School Building for 2nd–5th and the Middle School Building for 6th–8th.

Half-day camps: Camp check-in each day is between 7:30–8:30 a.m. for morning camps and 12:00-1:00 p.m. for afternoon camps at the Elementary School Building for 2nd–5th and the Middle School Building for 6th–8th.

What to do When You Arrive

When you arrive on campus, follow the signs to the Elementary School for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School for 6th–8th for check-in on Monday. Camp staff will meet you and give the camp T-shirt as well as share a schedule for the week.

When to Depart

Full-day camps: Pick-up each day will be from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at the Elementary School for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School for 6th–8th.

Half-day camps: Pick-up each day will be from 12:00-1:00 p.m. for morning camps and 4:30–5:30 p.m. for afternoon camps at the Elementary School for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School for 6th–8th.

What to Bring

All supplies needed for camp will be provided unless otherwise noted in each specific camp information.

Please note: BJU cannot be responsible for money, valuables or personal articles.

What to Wear

Long athletic shorts, jeans or pants, and T-shirts are the normal camp attire. Tennis shoes are recommended.

Lunch will be served in our dining common in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Any food concerns (allergies, diet restrictions, etc.) can be noted in the online registration form.

Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones and personal devices are to be dropped off at the check-in desk for safekeeping and they can be picked up when your child is being checked out.

Camp Director

Michael Mabe

Michael Mabe

Current Vo-tech Coordinator and teacher of BJA’s Vo-tech program. Mr. Mabe has over 50 years of experience in the automotive and aviation industry. Teaching in these fields for the last 18 years. He is motivated by his love for and desire to help young people love God and pursue His purpose for their life.

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