For kids who've outgrown beginner coding

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 8–18 Python & JavaScript Unity Game Dev 1×/week · 70 min $140/mo
Students building projects at Hackingtons Pro
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"He loves it more than anything he's ever done."

Students building projects at Hackingtons Pro

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

Games on Steam. Apps that work. Projects they demo to peers every week.

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What does "Pro" mean?

Online classes, with everything unlocked.

Hackingtons Pro is an add-on to our regular online classes that takes the experience to the next level. Pro members get access to Hackingtons.io — our enhanced curriculum platform — plus exclusive online clubs and bonus courses that go deeper on the things kids actually care about.

Normally the Pro add-on is an extra $100/month on top of tuition. But as an introductory offer for online students, it's included in your $140/month — no extra charge.

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Hackingtons.io Curriculum

Our enhanced learning platform with structured projects, challenges, and progress tracking.

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Online Clubs

Specialty clubs that meet online — game dev, web, and more — with kids who share the same interests.

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Bonus Courses

Extra courses on topics like AI, app development, and advanced game design — included with Pro.

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Included Free

Pro is a $100 add-on — but for online students it's included in your $140/month tuition.

Who is it for?

Made for kids who already have the bug.

While we welcome students ages 8–18, 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? That's what the free parent meeting is for — we'll tell you honestly.

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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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Great fit

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 (8–10) 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.

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Meet Michael

A quick parent call to talk about your child's goals and find the right session.

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Attend a free class

Your child joins a live session — no payment, no strings. Just show up and build.

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See if it's a fit

If your child loved it, pick a weekly session. If not — no pressure at all.

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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 Sat
4:45pm4:45pm4:45pm4:45pm9:00am
6:00pm6:00pm6:00pm6:00pm10:20am

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

Meet Michael

UCLA Graduate and avid programmer, Michael and his team of instructors are here to help your child jumpstart their future careers in tech.

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

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."

Meet Michael — free parent meeting

Talk with Michael about your child's goals, experience level, and which Pro session is the right fit. No pressure — just a conversation.

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 parent meeting · No commitment

See if Online is right
for your child.

Meet Michael. Talk through goals. No commitment.

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