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At Camp Liftoff, we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit that aims to teach hands-on aerospace engineering. Join us for an unforgettable adventure where you’ll design, build, and launch your own rockets, exploring the exciting world of aerospace engineering.
Camp Liftoff 2025: August 2nd – August 24th
9:00 am – 12:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays

Why Join Our Rocketry & Aerospace Camp?
Discover the exciting world of aerospace engineering with hands-on projects, team activities, and inspiring experiences that ignite a passion for STEM in young learners. Work 1-on-1 with experienced mentors to design, model, and build model rockets.

Meet The Team
Learn more about the passionate leadership team behind Camp Liftoff.

Mr. Ishaan Makam
Co-Founder and CEO – Flight Systems and Aerospace Design Lead
Ishaan, the team’s most experienced builder, has engineered and built over 100 rockets during 3 years of competing in The American Rocketry Challenge (TARC). He has co-founded the Tyee Competition Rocketry Team and served as Newport Rocketry’s Treasurer.

Mr. Luis Lopez
Chief Operations Officer – OpenRocket and Data Analysis Lead
Luis specializes in digital modeling and systems analysis. He has created dozens of OpenRocket simulations and excels at interpreting flight data. His skills in modeling and post-flight analysis help teams iterate fast.

Ms. Sinja Mondal
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer – Physics and Science Lead
Sinja brings 1.5 years of hands-on rocketry experience and a deep understanding of propulsion and physics. As a math tutor and physics enthusiast, she’s known for making STEM approachable and fun for elementary and middle schoolers.

Mr. Shaurya Shiven
Chief Technical Officer – CAD and Systems Integration Lead
Shaurya has been using Computer-aided design (CAD) and has spent nearly 4 years designing and innovating, inventing several new 3D printed technologies. He is the only team member who’s been to TARC Nationals and brings insider expertise on how to win these competitions.

Mr. Keito Hu
Chief Financial Officer – Curriculum and Service Lead
Keito, once a student himself is capable on making hard to grasp topics easier to learn and understand. But as another team member who has gone to TARC Nationals, he is able to to bring critical information about winning.
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