Small Steps and Giant Leaps

Imagine yourself at the controls of the space shuttle, feeling the g-forces of spaceflight or preparing for launch at Kennedy Space Center. Have you ever wanted to train like an astronaut? The Astronaut Training Experience (ATX) program immerses you in the exciting world of today’s astronauts with realistic astronaut training. You will hear first-hand from a veteran NASA astronaut and you will tour one of the world’s most innovative space centers, experience a space shuttle mission simulation and perform hands-on space exploration activities. One of mankind’s greatest collective achievements, and you’re at its heart.

In ATX, train like the next generation of space explorers who will travel to Mars. Practice your docking skills, navigate the unique Mars terrain and experience the sensation of performing a spacewalk in a microgravity environment. Using exciting and immersive simulation technology, you and your team will work together to solve real-world problems using authentic NASA science.