What is FIRST Robotics?
The ultimate Sport for the Mind
The Challenge
Combining the excitement of sport with the rigor of science and technology, FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) challenges high school students to design, build, and program industrial-size robots to compete in a new game each year. Students call it "the hardest fun you'll ever have."
Engineering
Under strict rules, limited time, and limited resources, teams design and build competitive robots that solve real-world challenges presented in the annual game.
Mentorship
Volunteer professional mentors guide students, making FRC as close to real-world engineering as a student can get outside of university or industry.
Business Skills
Teams raise funds, design team brands, and develop business plans—skills essential for any technical career or startup.
Competition
Each season culminates in the thrilling FIRST Championship where the best teams from around the world compete at the highest level.
More Than a Competition
FIRST Robotics teaches students the "hardest fun" they'll experience—combining technical skills with teamwork, mentorship, and the thrill of real-world problem-solving. It's preparation for success in college, career, and life.
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