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Boiler Gaming Camp

Get ready for an unforgettable summer at the inaugural Boiler Gaming Camp! This exciting camp, hosted by Purdue Recreation & Wellness, is designed for middle and high school students who are passionate about gaming. Held in the brand-new Alienware Purdue Gaming Lounge, campers will dive into an action-packed lineup of activities across a variety of popular game titles. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this is your chance to level up, make new friends and experience the ultimate gaming environment.

Create Account/Register Participants Here - RecWell Member Portal (Registration Opens March 27, 2025 at 9 a.m.).

Boiler Gaming Camp 2025 Information

Camp Announcement

Boiler Gaming Camp Summer 2025:

Registration opens at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025. Should you have any inquiries regarding registration procedures, please do not hesitate to contact esports@purdue.edu.

Camp Registration Dates

Registration Opens: Thursday, March 27, 2025 @ 9 a.m.

*Registration fills up quickly and could close on the same day as registration opens.  

Camp Dates, Games & Age Groups
Week 1: (June 2 – June 6)
  • 5th & 6th Grade: Minecraft
  • 7th & 8th Grade: Super Smash Bros 
Week 2: (June 9 – June 13)
  • 5th & 6th Grade: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
  • 7th & 8th Grade: Marvel Rivals
Week 3: (June 16 – June 20)
  • 5th & 6th Grade: Pokémon (Scarlet/Violet and GO)
  • 7th & 8th Grade: Overwatch 2
Week 4: (June 23 – June 27)
  • 5th & 6th Grade: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
  • 7th & 8th Grade: Fortnite
No Camp: Independence Day Holiday Break (June 30 – July 4)
Week 5: (July 7 – July 11)
  • 9th Grade through 12th Grade: Rocket League & Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Week 6:  (July 14 – July 18)
  • 9th Grade through 12th Grade: Valorant & Marvel Rivals
Week 7: (July 21 – July 25)
  • 9th Grade through 12th Grade: Overwatch 2 & Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Camp Hours
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
Parent/Guardian Drop Off: 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Parent/Guardian Pick up: 3:30pm - 4 p.m. 
Pricing
  • All Registrants:
    • $200 per Week- Full Day Camper (9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Do we need to bring a lunch? Will food be provided or can I buy a lunch for my kid?
  • Parents can either send a lunch with their child or pay $30/week per child for a lunch that will be provided by Purdue Dining and Culinary.
  • Parents will be required to pack two snacks and a water bottle with their child every day.
When do I fill out the waivers?

You will be sent an email with a link to the waiver information a few weeks after registering. All campers must be registered in BoilerBase. Information on how to do this will be contained in the email we send to the parent that registered the dependent.

Directions for Profile Setup

This section explains how to setup your profile as well as your dependent's profile. Before registration, these tips and tools will have your account ready for a simple registration experience. 

Purdue Login, Creating Dependent, Registering Dependent
  • Step 1: Click the "Sign In" button in the top-right corner
  • Step 2: Click the Gold "Career Account Button
  • Step 3: Use Purdue Credentials to sign in and approve through Duo Mobile.
  • Step 4: Locate email, or name in top-right corner and click to see menu
  • Step 5: Click Profile
  • Step 6: Scroll down to Family Members and click "Add Family Member"
  • Step 7: Add dependent first name, last name and date of birth. 
  • Step 8: Click "Save".
  • Step 9: Click "Purdue University Logo" in top-left corner
  • Step 10: Click "Boiler Gaming Camp" icon
  • Step 11: Find grade that your dependent will be going to in the Fall.
  • Step 12: Click "Select" on all offerings/weeks that you would like your dependent to go to.
  • Step 13: Click "Register".
  • Step 14: Only click dependent that is eligible for that offering. Click the square by name and click "Register".
  • Step 15: Click "Pay in Full" followed by "Next"
  • Step 16: Proceed to checkout.
Non-Purdue Parent Login Steps
  • Step 1: Click the "Sign In" button in the top-right corner
  • Step 2: If you have an account, please fill in email or username associated with account.
  • Step 3: Click "Next".
  • Step 4: Input Password Associated with RecWell Profile.
  • Step 5: Click "Sign In".
  • Step 6: If toruble signing in, click "Trouble Signing In?". 
  • Step 7: Follow directions to recover username, or reset password.
  • Step 8: If you do not have an account, click "Sign Up".
Adding a Dependent to a Parent Profile
  • Step 1: Locate email, or name in top-right corner of Portal and click to see menu dropdown.
  • Step 2: Click "Profile"
  • Step 3: Scroll down to Family Members and click "Add Family Member"
  • Step 4: Add dependent first name, last name and date of birth. 
  • Step 5: Click "Save". 

Watch a video on how to add a dependent to parent profile!

Adding Emergency and Pickup Contact
  • Step 1: Locate email, or name in top-right corner of Portal and click to see menu dropdown.
  • Step 2: Click "Profile"
  • Step 3: Locate "viewing as" and find the dependent name that you want to add contacts to.
  • Step 4: Click "Name of Dependent".
  • Step 5: Scroll down to  and click "Add Contact"
  • Step 6: Add contact first name, last name, phone number, email and relationship to dependent.
  • Step 7: Click the boxes that you would like to be associated with this contact. It is recommended that the contacts are both case of emergency and authorized pickup.  
  • Step 8: Click "Save".

*Please note that you will need to do these steps for all dependents in your profile. 

Watch a video on how to add emergency and pickup contacts to a profile!

Adding a Saved Payment Method
  • Step 1: Locate email, or name in top-right corner of Portal and click to see menu dropdown.
  • Step 2: Click "Profile"
  • Step 3: On left-hand side of profile under your picture, find "Payment Options". 
  • Step 4: Click "Payment Options".
  • Step 5: Click "Add New Card".
  • Step 6: Fill in appropriate information.
  • Step 7: Click "Continue". 

*Card information will be saved and it will allow you to process a checkout quicker. 

Watch a video on How to Add a Payment Option to your Profile!

Need More Assistance?

If you have any additional questions regarding camp, please contact the Assistant Director of Esports at crbernha@purdue.edu.

Last modified: February 24, 2025