Competitive Robotics Teams
Serious about robotics? Bot Camp invites our top students to join our official VEX IQ teams in a full-year elite-level competitive robotics program. Just as students join elite-level sports teams, Bot Camp assembles high-performance teams of students ages 8-14, and provide training, mentorship, all robotics parts and equipment, lab access, practice time, uniforms and registration fees for two official local VEX IQ tournaments. All teams run from September to June throughout the school year.
The Ultimate Robotics Experience
Joining a high-performance robotics team is one of the most enriching experiences a student can participate in. Bot Camp strives to provide the best possible instructors, equipment, mentorship and team culture, allowing students to reach their full potential.
Open Team (1 Day / Week)
Bot Camp runs open robotics teams for Grade 5-9 students from the community. This team is open for all students to join and invitations are not required. The open team is a great opportunity for students to explore competitive robotics, in a relaxed introductory environment. Team membership fees are $2499.90 + HST for the entire season, with an option to pay by monthly installments of $249.99 + HST.
Join Our Open Team TODAY!Competition Team (1 Day / Week)
Our competition teams are for students who are serious about robotics, but unable to commit multiple days a week. It’s also great for students seeking an introduction to competitive robots before making a larger commitment. Team membership fees are $2499.90 + HST for the entire season, with an option to pay by monthly installments of $249.99 + HST. (Invite Only)
Advanced Team Option (2 Days / Week)
The advanced team option is for students looking for more time to do robotics, and to try and take the next step with their skills. 4 hours of robotics lab time per week is available to our advanced team members. Team membership fees are $3999.90 + HST for the entire season, with an option to pay by monthly installments of $399.99 + HST. (Invite Only)
Elite Team Package (3+ Days / Week)
The elite team options is for our most passionate and dedicated students. 6 hours of robotics lab time per week is available to our elite team members with additional drop-in sessions based on availability. Team membership fees are $5499.90 + HST for the entire season, with an option to pay by monthly installments of $549.99 + HST. (Invite Only)
Summer Teams
Bot Camp also offers robotics teams during the Summer with two different sessions:
- Summer 1 – June 23 to July 25th
- Summer 2 – July 28th to August 22nd
The cost per summer session is:
- 1 Day / Week – $249.99 + HST
- 2 Days / Week = $399.99 + HST
- 3 Days or more / Week = $549.99 + HST
Selection Process
Team members will be invited from students who have attended Bot Camp camps, workshops or open teams. Staff will recommend students for selection based on the following attributes:
- Commitment
- Maturity
- Responsibility
- Enthusiasm
- Character
- Ability and willingness to learn
All students ages 8-14 who have attended at least one Bot Camp program (camp or workshop) will automatically be considered for selection. There is no application process. Invitations are extended on a rolling basis via e-mail to parents.
M.Bot Certification
The Master of Robots (M. Bot) certification is the highest form of recognition for Bot Camp students. The M.Bot is awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional performance as members of our competitive robotics teams. Student must be committed members of Team 647, and receive a recommendation from Bot Camp staff to receive the M. Bot certification.