New Experience Added to Disney's Jedi Training Academy
After being vacant for several years, a new experience arrives at the Jedi Training Academy at Disney's Hollywood Studios. What do you think of this change?
Jedi Training Academy
Young ones between the ages of 4 and 12 could sign up and train with Jedi Knights and then put on a stage show against Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, and Stormtroopers.
My (Donna) family absolutely loved this experience. The last time my young Jedi's enjoyed this experience was in February 2020. I had no idea that would be the last time that my oldest Jedi would be able to enjoy this experience.
Many still hoped that this special interactive experience would return. Especially after the Galactic Starcruiser closed in September 2023.
Hollywood Studios Changes
Disney's Hollywood Studios is a bit of a mess right now. At Disney's Hollywood Studios, the former Animation Courtyard is being transformed into "Magic of Disney Animation". This space will have a phased opening this summer and work is well underway for Monstropolis.
This space will have a phased opening this summer , and work is well underway for Monstropolis.
When the Animation Courtyard and Star Wars Launch Bay closed in September 2025, meeting characters became even more complicated.
Darth Vader Meet and Greet
At first, Guests could meet Darth Vader in the extended queue at Star Tours for the past several months.
Darth Vader is now greeting Guests at the former Jedi Academy stage.
This has now changed, and Darth Vader is now greeting Guests at the former Jedi Academy stage (located to the left of Star Tours). It is unclear if this is a temporary change or if this will be permanent.
What do you think of this new meet and greet change? Do you miss the former Jedi Academy? Share your thoughts with us and share this news with your Disney pals.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donna loved Disney from an early age. As a child, her family would joke that she lived in "Donna Land." As an adult, she enjoys planning and creating magical vacations for her family. She always brings a little faith, trust, and a little bit of Pixie Dust!
