ROBOTICS CLASSES
Kindergarten - 7th Grade
8th-12th Grade
VEX IQ
VEX IQ Robotics Classes
Hands-on immersive robotics classes for students in kindergarten through 7th grade.
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VEX IQ is a robotics platform specially designed for young minds. At Robolabs, we teach VEX IQ in an interactive and dynamic way. Students learn important mechanical and programming concepts in every class through professionally crafted lessons consisting of theory, building, and programming. Students also learn about the engineering process, proper documentation, and principles of design.
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Flexible: multiple times and make-up sessions are always offered for continuity of education.
All-inclusive: Robotic parts, software, and mentorship are included with a Robolabs membership.
Personalized: Interactive, tailored robot-building experience.
Comprehensive: from mechanical concepts to coding in Python, our students develop design thinking and practice problem-solving.
Enriching: professionally crafted curriculum for optimal STEM skill development.
Self-paced: join at any time and at any experience level. No prerequisites of any kind.
2023 - 2024 VEX IQ Challenge
VEX VRC
VEX VRC Classes
VEX Robotics Competition program taught by World Championship winners! For students in 8th through 12th grade.
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VEX VRC is the gold standard of educational robotics systems. At Robolabs we follow a team-based approach to VEX Robotics Competition from the get-go. Students join a team upon signing up. Learn from the best in an award-winning environment and a supporting knowledgeable community.
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Develop STEM skills
Code C++ and develop computational thinking
Develop your technical breadth of knowledge; from real-life mechanical concepts to programming algorithms.
Design using CAD modeling
Opportunities to specialize within a team in designing, building, or programming robotics systems.
Understand the importance of following an iterative process in and out of engineering.
Practice time and project management as well as leadership skills.
2024 - 2025 VEX VRC Challenge
FIRST FLL
FLL FIRST LEGO Robotics
Familiar platform taken one step further for students in kindergarten through 7th grade.
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FLL is a robotics platform tailored to young minds made up of beautifully crafted legos. At Robolabs, we teach FLL in an interactive and dynamic way. Students learn important science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts in every class through professionally crafted lessons consisting of research, design, and coding. Students also learn about the engineering process, proper documentation, and principles of design.
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Flexible: multiple times and make-up sessions are always offered for continuity of education.
All-inclusive: Robotic parts, software, and mentorship are included with a Robolabs membership.
Personalized: Interactive, tailored robot-building experience.
Comprehensive: from mechanical concepts to coding, our students develop design thinking and practice problem-solving.
Enriching: professionally crafted curriculum for optimal STEM skill development.
Self-paced: join at any time and at any experience level. No prerequisites of any kind.
2023 - 2024 FIRST LEGO League
FIRST FTC
FTC FIRST Tech Challenge
FIRST Tech Challenge program for students in 8th through 12th grade.
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FTC allows for ample customization and powerful components. At Robolabs, we follow a project-based approach to FIRST Tech Challenge from the start. Students join a team upon signing up. Learn from the best in an innovative environment and a supportive knowledgeable community
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Develop STEM skills.
Code C++ and develop computational thinking.
Develop your technical breadth of knowledge; from real-life mechanical concepts to programming algorithms.
Design using CAD modeling.
Opportunities to specialize within a team in designing, building, or programming robotics systems.
Understand the importance of following an iterative process in and out of engineering.
Practice time and project management as well as leadership skills.
2023 - 2024 FIRST Tech Challenge
FAQs
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Robolabs offers three robotics programs at each center: VEX IQ, FIRST LEGO League (FLL), and VEX V5. Each program is designed to introduce and deepen students' understanding of mechanical design, engineering principles, and programming.
VEX IQ: Ideal for elementary and middle school students. Emphasizes foundational building and introduces students to robotics hardware and programming through engaging hands-on activities.
FLL: Also for elementary and middle school students. Focuses on software and coding through a user-friendly programming environment.
VEX V5: Designed for middle and high school students using metal parts and advanced hardware. Encourages deeper exploration into mechanical systems, sensors, and competition-grade robotics skills.
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VEX IQ / FLL
One-Time Program Registration Fee: $100 (lifetime access)
Monthly Tuition: $350 (includes one weekly class session)
For competition students:
Annual Tournament & Team Registration Fee: $375
(Covers all regional tournaments from September to April)Additional fees may apply if teams qualify for:
California State Championship
Signature Events
U.S. CREATE Open
VEX Worlds
VRC
One-Time Program Registration Fee: $100 (lifetime access)
Monthly Tuition: $350
(Includes unlimited access during operational hours; students should commit at least 3–4 hours weekly for team progress)For competition students:
Annual Tournament & Team Registration Fee: $375
(Covers all regional tournaments from September to April)Additional fees may apply for advanced events (see above)
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VEX IQ
To join a VEX IQ competition team, students must complete:One full year of core robotics training at Robolabs
65+ robotics worksheets
Robot Workbooks at four levels: Easy, Medium, Hard, and Very Hard
VRC
All new VRC students begin with a ~3-month training period where they:Build and program two individual robots (teleoperated + autonomous)
Learn best practices in mechanical design and coding
Once training is complete, students progress to more advanced roles within their team, focusing on competition robot development.
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Season Duration: May – April
New Challenge Release: First week of May each year
Build & Design Phase: May – August
Tournament Season: September – April
Post-Tournament Support: Ongoing coaching based on performance and goals
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Dublin Center
Tuesday: 5:00pm–6:30pm, 6:30pm–8:00pm
Friday: 5:00pm–6:30pm, 6:30pm–8:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm–2:30pm, 2:30pm–4:00pm, 4:00pm–5:30pm, 5:30pm–7:00pm
Fremont Center
Wednesday: 5:00pm–6:30pm, 6:30pm–8:00pm
Thursday: 5:00pm–6:30pm, 6:30pm–8:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm–1:30pm, 1:30pm–3:00pm, 3:00pm–4:30pm, 4:30pm–6:00pm
San Jose Center
Wednesday: 4:00pm–5:30pm, 5:30pm–7:00pm
Thursday: 4:00pm–5:30pm, 5:30pm–7:00pm
Sunday: 12:00pm–1:30pm, 1:30pm–3:00pm, 3:00pm–4:30pm, 4:30pm–6:00pm