Kids don't stay young forever. Before you know it, they'll be . . . a noble DRAGONBORN PALADIN  a mysterious ELF DRUID a energetic DWARF BARBARIAN a legendary BARD a 10th Level Wizard defeating an ancient red dragon to reclaim a stolen fortress crying out "FIREBALL!" as they throw a pile of dice on the table shouting "I want to cast magic missile!"  asking you to buy them more dice ALL THE TIME running around the house cheering "it's GAME DAY!"

Kids don't stay young forever. Before you know it, they'll be . . . a noble DRAGONBORN PALADIN  a mysterious ELF DRUID a energetic DWARF BARBARIAN a legendary BARD a 10th Level Wizard defeating an ancient red dragon to reclaim a stolen fortress crying out "FIREBALL!" as they throw a pile of dice on the table shouting "I want to cast magic missile!"  asking you to buy them more dice ALL THE TIME running around the house cheering "it's GAME DAY!"

Learn to Play
Dungeons and Dragons

Online Tabletop Role-Playing Classes

for Ages 9+

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Welcome to Young Dungeoneers!

Hey Parents!

Looking to introduce your child to Dungeons and Dragons (“DnD”)? Young Dungeoneers is here for you! 

DnD is an enriching game unlike any other; it’s an immersive experience that fosters creativity, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Through storytelling and role-playing, your child will embark on fantastic adventures, face epic challenges, and forge lasting friendships. 

Young Dungeoneers provides a safe, fun, and welcoming space for tweens and teens to discover the many joys of playing tabletop role-playing games. Here, valuable life skills are learned in a fun and engaging way, making it an invaluable addition to your child’s life.

Happy Gaming!

-Ryan

Dungeon Master Ryan

Welcome to Young Dungeoneers!

Hey Parents!

Looking to introduce your child to Dungeons and Dragons (“DnD”)? Young Dungeoneers is here for you! 

DnD is an enriching game unlike any other; it’s an immersive experience that fosters creativity, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Through storytelling and role-playing, your child will embark on fantastic adventures, face epic challenges, and forge lasting friendships. 

Young Dungeoneers provides a safe, fun, and welcoming space for tweens and teens to discover the many joys of playing tabletop role-playing games. Here, valuable life skills are learned in a fun and engaging way, making it an invaluable addition to your child’s life.

Happy Gaming!

-Ryan

Dungeon Master Ryan

Safe and Inclusive Tabletop Role-Playing Games for Your Family

Young Dungeoneers is all about giving kids a safe and inclusive space to exercise their boundless imaginations, practice risk-taking, gain confidence, and make friends.

Safe and Inclusive Tabletop Role-Playing Games for Your Family

Young Dungeoneers is all about giving kids a safe and inclusive space to exercise their boundless imaginations, practice risk-taking, gain confidence, and make friends.

We make it easy for your child to start playing Dungeons and Dragons online

Game sessions take place via Zoom. We use video so we know everyone is a real human person. It’s easy to join. We’ll send you a link after registration.

We use a virtual tabletop, or “VTT” for short, for playing tabletop games online. This helps with figuring out stuff like whether the dragon’s fire breath hits everyone or just roasts Sir Frankus Tankus. Also, it’s great for giving players pretty visuals of the monsters and locations they discover. There are even virtual dice!

We make it easy for your child to start playing Dungeons and Dragons online

Game sessions take place via Zoom. We use video so we know everyone is a real human person. It’s easy to join. We’ll send you an invite link after registration.

We use a virtual tabletop, or “VTT” for short, for playing tabletop games online. This helps with figuring out stuff like whether the dragon’s fire breath hits everyone or just roasts Sir Frankus Tankus. Also, it’s great for giving players pretty visuals of the monsters and locations they discover. There are even virtual dice!

Meet the Game Master

Hey! I’m Ryan. I’ve been running D&D games since I learned to play back in the 90’s. I love introducing new players to the hobby and guiding them through fun, often silly, adventures. I use funny voices, music, and art to help bring players into the game world. I began running games professionally for adults in 21′. In 23′, I left my corporate job to become a homeschooling dad of two young kiddos and to focus on helping forge more young dungeoneers.

Meet the Game Master

Hey! I’m Ryan. I’ve been running D&D games since I learned to play back in the 90’s. I love introducing new players to the hobby and guiding them through fun, often silly, adventures. I use funny voices, music, and art to help bring players into the game world.

I began running games professionally for adults in 21′. In 23′, I left my corporate job to become a homeschooling dad of two young kiddos and to focus on helping to forge more young dungeoneers.

If you would like to help others by leaving an honest review, please use the Contact form below.

"A fun, safe environment to have your kid have a great time with friends or trying to make new ones. Ryan creates sessions that all players at the table have fun and come together as a team to overcome difficulties. These will be sessions that will have your kid coming back to you grinning from ear to ear!"
Kennan R.
Kennan R.Voice Actor (BG3, Diablo IV) , Plays the gnome wizard "Stejpan Bekavic"
"Engaging, fun and inclusive GM! Best choice for beginner and younger players- fun and funny!"
Lori C. (Mia's Mom)
Lori C. (Mia's Mom)SVP, Global Cyber Investigations Program Manager at Citi
"A relaxed easy vibe . . . Ryan is able to roll with the players going off the rails allowing the characters to express their personalities."
Cory L.
Cory L.Plays the rogue/wizard, "Skreed Embershadow"
"Ryan puts a lot of time and effort into ensuring the player experience is welcoming, tailored, and genuinely enjoyable. Highly recommended for both beginner and seasoned players. "
Jonathan C. (Anabelle's Dad)
Jonathan C. (Anabelle's Dad)Principle Cybersecurity Architect at Inmar Intelligence
"Ryan has a way of bringing a player into a brand new immersive world. His world building is immense and has so much to explore, always leaving the characters wanting to know more about this world. He also takes every character's backstory into account and ties them into the campaign so everyone feel as if they are important to the over all story. Ryan allows for an environment where someone can role play as anyone they desire, and it will have an impact on the campaign. This allow the player to feel like the character actually grows with the campaign and the decisions made can have an impact on how the story will unfold."
Matt F.
Matt F.Plays the sorcerer "Martin Radaford III"

If you would like to help others by leaving an honest review, please use the Contact form below.

"A fun, safe environment to have your kid have a great time with friends or trying to make new ones. Ryan creates sessions that all players at the table have fun and come together as a team to overcome difficulties. These will be sessions that will have your kid coming back to you grinning from ear to ear!"
Kennan R.
Kennan R.Voice Actor (BG3, Diablo IV) , Plays the gnome wizard "Stejpan Bekavic"
"Engaging, fun and inclusive GM! Best choice for beginner and younger players- fun and funny!"
Lori C. (Mia's Mom)
Lori C. (Mia's Mom)SVP, Global Cyber Investigations Program Manager at Citi
"A relaxed easy vibe . . . Ryan is able to roll with the players going off the rails allowing the characters to express their personalities."
Cory L.
Cory L.Plays the rogue/wizard, "Skreed Embershadow"
"Ryan puts a lot of time and effort into ensuring the player experience is welcoming, tailored, and genuinely enjoyable. Highly recommended for both beginner and seasoned players. "
Jonathan C. (Anabelle's Dad)
Jonathan C. (Anabelle's Dad)Principle Cybersecurity Architect at Inmar Intelligence
"Ryan has a way of bringing a player into a brand new immersive world. His world building is immense and has so much to explore, always leaving the characters wanting to know more about this world. He also takes every character's backstory into account and ties them into the campaign so everyone feel as if they are important to the over all story. Ryan allows for an environment where someone can role play as anyone they desire, and it will have an impact on the campaign. This allow the player to feel like the character actually grows with the campaign and the decisions made can have an impact on how the story will unfold."
Matt F.
Matt F.Plays the sorcerer "Martin Radaford III"

Events List

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Techy Stuff

Parents, please be sure your child has the tech to join our game.

  • Computer, tablet, or phone (big screen is recommended)
  • Internet (>3.8Mbps up, 3.0Mbps down)
  • Updated internet browser
  • Speakers and microphone (headset is recommended)

To check requirements for joining Zoom Web App in your browser, click here.

To check your internet speed, click here.

Techy Stuff

Parents, please be sure your child has the tech to join our game.

  • Computer, tablet, or phone (big screen is recommended)
  • Internet (3.8Mbps+ up, 3.0Mbps+ down)
  • Updated internet browser
  • Speakers and microphone (headset is recommended)

To check requirements for joining Zoom Web App in your browser, click here.

To check your internet speed, click here.

FAQ

Dungeons and Dragons (DnD) is a cooperative storytelling game where players assume the roles of characters in a fantasy world. Through dice rolls and collaborative decision-making, they embark on adventures crafted by a dungeon master, engaging in imaginative storytelling, problem-solving, and epic quests together.

The Dungeon Master, or Game Master, facilitates the DnD adventure. They guide the players through the game world, set the scene, weave a story with interactions from the players, manage the rules, and play the role of all the monsters and non-player characters (NPCs).

Young Dungeoneers welcomes all children ages 9 to 17. Adventure Campaigns are designed for specific age groups as listed in the event description, provide age-appropriate content, and ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. 

Playing DnD fosters creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and social skills. It encourages imagination and allows children to explore complex concepts, including risk-taking, in a fun and interactive way.

For safety reasons, only children are allowed to participate in publicly listed events. Parents/Caregivers are welcome to observe their child off camera. If you would like to book a private event for your family, please reach out to ryanofcarolina@gmail.com or use the Contact form below.

No prior experience is required! Our adventures are beginner-friendly, and the Dungeon Master will guide players through the rules and gameplay mechanics.

We hold sessions weekly via Zoom, and each session lasts 90 minutes. We use online platforms to host the game and provide all necessary instructions and materials to participants. Other event types may be listed in the future.

An ongoing weekly campaign costs $120 per month. This covers all sessions, materials, and guidance from your professional Dungeon Master. Other event types will have the cost listed in the event description.

Yes, the number of participants are limited to six to ensure each child receives personalized attention and a quality gaming experience. Spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis though some exceptions may be made.

Yes, this is a goal for 2024. Sign up for the mailing list to get updates on new class listings.

If there is currently an event with enough open seats, we can reserve the seats for a limited time. 

Alternatively, you can request a private event.

To make a reservation or request a new event, please reach out to ryanofcarolina@gmail.com or use the Contact form below.

Contact

If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us through our through the form below. We’re here to help!

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“Imagination is the source of all human achievement.”

– Sir Ken Robinson (a real life knight)

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