Hackingtons Online

Live online sessions where your child builds real things — games, apps, and tools they're actually proud of. Small groups. Real mentors. Real results.

Ages 10+ Python & JavaScript Unity Game Dev 1×/week · 70 min $140/mo
Students building projects at Hackingtons
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Cathleen · Hackingtons parent
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"He loves it more than anything he's ever done."

Students building projects at Hackingtons

They don't just learn to code — they ship real projects.

Games on Steam. Apps that work. Projects they demo to peers every week. See the video game studio for kids →

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Who is it for?

Made for kids who already have the bug.

While we welcome students ages 10+, Hackingtons Online is best suited for kids who already have some coding experience and are hungry to go further. Think: the kid who's already tinkered with Scratch, built something in Roblox Studio, or just can't stop asking "how does this work?"

Our sweet spot is ages 11–13 — old enough to tackle real projects, young enough to still be forming their identity around building things. That said, motivated younger kids and advanced teens thrive here too.

Not sure if your child is ready? Book a Meet & Greet. You and your child sit down with one of our co-founders, and we’ll tell you honestly whether this is the right fit.

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Great fit

Kids with some coding experience who want real challenges — not another "intro to Python" course.

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Sweet spot: ages 11–13

Kids around ages 11–13 who are self-motivated and enjoy problem-solving on their own terms.

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Might be better starting in-person

Younger beginners with zero experience often do better starting at a local in-person location first.

Getting started is easy

Three steps — no commitment until you're ready.

1

Book a Meet & Greet

Pick a time that works for your family. It’s free and no payment details are needed.

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2

Meet us together

You and your child meet a Hackingtons co-founder over video. We get to know your student and answer every question you have.

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Decide if it’s a fit

If it’s a good match, we’ll place your child in the right weekly session. If it isn’t, we’ll say so.

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Why kids actually stay

Most coding programs lose kids in the first month. Here's what makes ours different.

Same crew each week

Kids form real friendships — not just classmates

They ship real work

Every session ends with something built — not just watched

Mentors, not lecturers

Instructors push kids further — and know when to back off

Progress is visible

Weekly showcases mean kids leave proud — every single time

Online class start times (Pacific Time Zone)

Live 70‑minute sessions · 1×/week
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
——3:30pm3:30pm3:30pm9:00am
4:45pm4:45pm4:45pm4:45pm4:45pm10:20am
6:00pm6:00pm6:00pm6:00pm—11:40am
—————3:00pm

Most sessions have 2–4 spots open. Don't see a time that fits? Email us — we'll help find the right fit.

What a session looks like

Every session has a rhythm: quick check-in → focused build time → mini-showcase. Kids leave with something working every single week.

They debug real problems, ship real projects, and present their work to peers. Over time that becomes identity: "I'm someone who builds things."

$140/month. One 70-minute live session per week. Cancel anytime with 2 weeks' notice.

At a Glance

  • Ages 10+
  • Schedule 1×/week · 70 min
  • Tuition $140/month
  • Format Online · small group
  • Competitions Included
  • First Step A free Meet & Greet
BELONGING

New kids aren't "the new kid" for long

Sessions are welcoming by design: quick intros, partner builds, and weekly sharing that makes conversation easy.

MOMENTUM

Progress is visible every week

Kids leave with something that works: a game mechanic, a working feature, a prototype. Every project ends up in the showcase.

PRIDE

Showcase builds confidence

Students learn to explain what they built—and get celebrated for effort, not just "being smart."

Book a free Meet & Greet

You and your child meet a Hackingtons co-founder over video to work out whether our online program is a good fit for them. Come with questions. It’s free, there’s no commitment, and you’ll get an honest answer either way.

Kids feel at home here

"Hackingtons brings people together over coding with funny and inspirational teachers..."

— Celia, 11

"I've attended many coding programs, but only Hackingtons focused on building practical applications for the real world."

— Yaroslav, 15

What parents tell us:

  • "My kid finally found friends who like the same things."
  • "He built a working game and showed his grandparents on Zoom."
  • "They talk about their projects at dinner."
  • "Confidence is the biggest change—he actually presents now."

Yes, they actually ship

  • Students published a real game on Steam
  • Annual Hackingtons500 competition with 100+ participants
  • Every student project lives in the showcase — games, apps, and tools made by kids

Free Meet & Greet · Parent and child · No commitment

See if Online is right
for your child.

Sit down with a co-founder, you and your child together, and find out. Free, and no commitment.

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