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The 3-Hour Andy Hancock Family Sandcastle Experience: STEAM Learning on the Beach

Quick Details

Private Group

All Ages • Up to 12 People

$ 599

Toolkit Upgrade

$ 99

South Padre Island Sandcastle Lessons

Join American Sand Sculpting Champion Andy Hancock for a three-hour session blending fun, creativity, and STEAM education. This experience, perfect for up to 12 participants, is ideal for families and groups interested in the scientific underpinnings of sandcastle construction.

Key Features

Expert Guidance with a Scientific Twist: With over 20 years of professional experience, Andy explains the scientific principles that bolster your sandcastle creations.
STEAM Education Integrated: Delve into concepts like granular material behavior, structural integrity, and the physics of fluid dynamics as they relate to sand and water.

Professional Toolkit Included:

Each group receives a comprehensive sand sculpting toolkit, which helps apply principles of engineering and art to create intricate sand structures.

Holiday Gatherings:

Available during all major holidays, including Christmas and Easter, perfect for family reunions or special celebrations.

Learning Environment and Amenities:

Located in South Padre Island’s exclusive professional sand sculpture area, our site offers a relaxed atmosphere with free parking and convenient restroom access.

Interactive STEAM Learning:

Practical Experiments: Participate in hands-on experiments to see how different sand compaction methods affect your structure, integrating real-world physics and engineering.

Extended Beach Day:

All-Day Beach Access: After your lesson, you’re invited to stay and enjoy the beach for the entire day. Bring your coolers and shade devices, and continue to refine or simply admire your sandcastle. If another lesson is scheduled, join in and contribute to building a magnificent sandcastle city!

Capture and Reflect:

There is ample time for building, discussion, and capturing photos of your creations, ensuring you leave with both memories and a deeper understanding of the science behind sandcastles.

Join Us!

Ready to combine fun, learning, and creativity on South Padre Island? Whether you’re building for enjoyment or to grasp the complexities of sandcastle engineering, this workshop is designed to enhance your beach experience through enriched STEAM education.