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Su Yun’s Chinese Learning Center

K–5 Mandarin and Chinese Culture Summer Camps in Albany

Su Yun’s K–5 summer camps combine Mandarin language learning, Chinese culture, STEM exploration, art, and collaborative projects. Each week gives children an engaging place to build skills, make friends, and continue learning throughout the summer.

K-5 Summer Camps — Su Yun's Chinese Learning Center

Camp Schedule

Camp

Dates

Lego Builders Camp

Jun 8–12

Food Explorers Club

Jun 15–19

Maker's Lab

Jun 22–26

Eco Artists Studio (4-day week)

Jun 29–Jul 2

Fun with Chemistry

Jul 6–10

Science Superheroes

Jul 13–17

Spy Academy

Jul 20–24

Tasty Creations

Jul 27–31

Design-Build Lab

Aug 3–7

All Camps Include:

  • STEM projects

  • Daily park outings

  • Arts & craft projects

  • Mandarin language instruction

No prior language experience required!

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Summer 2026

  • Get ready for high-energy building challenges this summer! With over 200 pounds of Legos to explore, campers will design and test Lego racers, engineer high-speed spinning tops, and launch their own Lego catapults. Through fun competitions and hands-on problem-solving, campers explore physics, motion, and creative design. With endless brick combinations, every builder can invent, improve, and compete in exciting engineering challenges!

  • Step into the kitchen for a week of fun! Campers will mix and decorate their own cream cakes, craft colorful lollipops, and assemble tasty rice balls. Through playful activities, kids explore textures, colors, and flavors while enjoying hands-on fun. Each day ends with a treat that campers can enjoy and share!

  • Dive into the world of hands-on challenges and friendly competition in Maker's Lab! Kids will put their creativity and problem-solving to the test by building strong newspaper bridges, experimenting with different designs in the paper airplane challenge, and launching their own straw rockets. Campers will enjoy exploring engineering concepts, testing ideas, and having fun with friends in a dynamic, playful environment.

  • Turn ordinary objects into extraordinary creations! Campers will use chopsticks, cups, fabric scraps, bottles, and other materials to craft fun, imaginative projects. It's a hands-on adventure where kids can experiment, play, and proudly show off their unique masterpieces at the end of camp.

  • Dive into the wonders of science with hands-on experiments that are both fun and educational! Campers will explore the colorful world of walking water, craft and float their own ink leaf boats, and make their own slime. Through mixing, observing, and experimenting, students will discover basic chemical reactions, learn how everyday materials interact, and enjoy seeing the magical results of their creations.

  • Explore the wonders of science in a hands-on, fun-filled camp! Campers will create colorful kaleidoscopes, design their own aluminum foil astronauts, and learn about the human body with a human skeleton project. Through experimenting, observing, and building, students will spark their curiosity, discover scientific concepts, and enjoy seeing their creations come to life.

  • Step into the world of secret agents and unlock your inner spy! Campers will create their own DIY spy gadgets, decode messages with secret cipher codes, and experiment with invisible ink. Through these hands-on activities, kids will sharpen their observation skills, solve puzzles, and enjoy the thrill of being a junior secret agent.

  • A week full of tasty experiments awaits! Kids will mix, layer, and decorate Oreo swiss rolls, assemble colorful garden puddings, and explore the jiggle of Jell-O. This hands-on camp sparks creativity, sensory fun, and friendship, as campers design their own sweet treats and enjoy the results together.

  • Get ready to invent, build, and experiment! In this Design-Build Lab, kids will create paper-cup grabbers, design their own robotic hands, and tackle fast-paced challenges that encourage creativity and critical thinking. Campers learn how simple materials can turn into incredible moving creations, all while testing ideas, refining designs, and celebrating their successes. A fun, engaging way to spark young engineers!

tuition

Camp Hours — 9am to 3pm — $475/week

AM Extended Care — 8am to 9am — $25/week

PM Extended Care — 3pm to 5pm — $50/week


Ways to save $25 per week (discounts cannot be combined):

  • Enroll before March 15th

  • Bring a friend/sibling

  • Join us for 3+ weeks of camp

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Enrollment Process

Enrollment is a 2-step process:

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Step 2 -- Submit payment via Venmo, Zelle or check in order to confirm your child's space in the program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about grade eligibility, Mandarin experience, camp hours, tuition, discounts, weekly registration, activities, and cancellation policies.

  • The K–5 summer camps are designed for children entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Each week combines Mandarin learning, Chinese culture, STEM exploration, art, teamwork, and hands-on projects.

  • No previous Mandarin experience is required. Activities are designed to engage children with different language backgrounds while introducing and strengthening Mandarin through projects, games, cultural activities, and daily interaction.

  • Regular camp hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Morning extended care is available from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m., and afternoon extended care is available from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

  • Tuition is $475 per week for regular camp hours. Morning extended care is $25 per week and afternoon extended care is $50 per week.

  • There is a $25-per-week discount for early enrollment, registering with a friend or sibling, or attending three or more weeks. Discounts cannot be combined.

  • Camp activities may include Mandarin language learning, Chinese cultural activities, STEM experiments, engineering challenges, art, cooking, collaborative projects, and other hands-on learning experiences related to each week’s theme.

  • Families should review the current camp schedule and registration options to see which individual weeks remain available. Contact Su Yun’s if you need help selecting weeks or coordinating enrollment for siblings.

  • Cancellation and refund eligibility depends on the timing of the withdrawal. Families should review the current cancellation and refund policy before completing registration.

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