Who Can Attend
Community
Location
The Universities at Shady Grove, Building II, 9640 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
Time
-
Image
The Ocean Bowl Games is a hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and eSports program for youths, ages 8 to 14. Held at The Universities at Shady Grove campus by the non-profit Steam Your Dreams, the event blends physical sports, scavenger hunts, and educational brain games with 3v3 eGaming tournaments.
This event is open to children 8-14 years old.
How the Games Work
Participants compete in teams in specialized, curriculum-integrated video games and physical activities.
- Core Video Games: Kids play custom-built and educational competitive titles such as Aquaball Clash, Ballin Out, and Scuba Attack.
- STEAM Activities: Alongside digital play, students explore coding, robotics, and Augmented/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) stations.
- Physical & Mental Challenges: The competition also features scavenger hunts and physical sports to ensure a well-rounded and active event.
Program Goals & Vision
- Educational Engagement: The primary goal is to get youth excited about STEM subjects by tapping into their passion for gaming.
- Holistic Development: The games promote strategic thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.
- Inspiration: The program aims to empower young innovators to pursue future technology and science careers.