Available Programs
Competitive Robotics Program
VEX IQ Robotics Competition (VIQRC)
Grades 3-8 (Elementary and Middle School Divisions)
Designed for students ready to master foundational engineering and coding concepts, our IQ program prepares teams to compete at the highest levels—from local qualifiers to World Championships.
$ 2026-2027 VEXIQ Season Membership
The Mind Spark Membership Includes:
– Registration to local tournaments and qualifiers
– Unlimited access to robotics lab (with team parent monitor)
– Unlimited learning opportunities:
🔧 Mechanical Design Principles
💡 Sensor Integration & Autonomous Programming (Block, Python)
📊 Strategy, Teamwork, Collaboration, Scouting & Data-Driven Improvements
📈 Tournament Prep & Competition Simulation
VEX V5 Robotics Competition (VRC)
Grades 6-12 (Middle and High School Divisions)
Our VRC program pushes advanced students to new heights. Athletes in this program work like engineers—learning to optimize for precision, performance, and innovation.
$ 2026-2027 Season Membership
The Mind Spark Membership Includes:
– Registration to local tournaments and qualifiers
– Unlimited access to robotics lab (with team parent monitor)
– Unlimited learning opportunities on:
Advanced Design & Build Techniques
Autonomous & Driver-Control Programming (Block, Python, C++)
CAD Design (Fusion 360, Onshape)
Tournament Prep & Competition Simulation
STEM WORKSHOPS
Hands-on sessions on
- Intro to Robotics for Grade 3-5 (Registration now open)
- Introduction to 3D Modeling & Design (Coming soon)
- AI Fundamentals – Seminar/workshop (Coming soon)
- Presentation Skills workshop (coming soon)
- and more…
PROGRAMMING/CODING
Introduction to Python
Discover the fun of coding with Python! In this beginner-friendly course, elementary students will learn how to write simple programs, use loops and logic, and create their own games and stories. Through fun activities and hands-on projects, kids will build confidence, think creatively, and explore the basics of computer science—no experience needed!
Join us for an action-packed week of robotics, engineering, and STEM challenges led by experienced robotics coaches and state champion team mentors!