Course Details:
• Name: ACSL Coding Competition
• Date: September 8, 2025 – January 11, 2026
• Time: Saturdays, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Newton Classroom
• Grades: G4+
• Prerequisite: C401

Students prepare for and participate in ACSL contests through rigorous practice and mock competitions. The course focuses on accuracy, speed, and mastery of ACSL concepts. It helps students build confidence in logic-based problem solving and prepare for advanced coding challenges.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Solve intermediate to advanced ACSL problems
2. Improve speed and accuracy under timed conditions
3. Gain familiarity with contest formats and strategies
4. Build competitive coding confidence

🔥Early Bird Promotion $3999 → $3800, ends 8/31/2025!

Course Details:
• Name: V5 Competition Training (Summer Only)
• Date: June 28, 2025 – August 31, 2025
• Time: Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Vinci Burlington/Vinci Newton Classroom
• Grades: G7+
• Prerequisite: R711

Summer Competition Program for NON Vinci V5 Team Members
Meet Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
This Summer program is designed for students who would like to prepare for early season competitions and NOT intent to join Vinci Competition Team for the season.
Students who would like to join Vinci V5 Competition Team for the 2025 - 2026 season should enroll Vinci V5 Competition Team program (https://www.vincisteam.com/vrc-workshop). The V5 Competition Program includes the whole summer competition team activities and the rest of competition season activity till 5/31/2026.

The Robotics Competition Program is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed to excel in VEX Robotics Competitions. Through hands-on activities, students will delve into various aspects of competitive robotics, including game analysis, brainstorming, robot design, building, and teamwork.

This program serves as a comprehensive foundation for students aiming to participate in VEX Robotics events. Key Topics Covered Game Analysis: Understand the rules, objectives, and challenges of the specific VEX Robotics game for the season. Analyze game elements, scoring opportunities, and strategic considerations. Identify winning strategies and potential pitfalls. Brainstorming: Foster creativity by brainstorming innovative robot designs and mechanisms. Collaborate with peers to generate ideas and explore different approaches. Evaluate feasibility, efficiency, and effectiveness of proposed solutions. Robot Design & Build: Learn principles of mechanical design, structural integrity, and weight distribution.

Prerequisite Successful completion of Robotics Advanced is a prerequisite for enrolling in this program. Students should have a solid understanding of robotics concepts, programming, and hands-on experience with VEX V5 hardware. This course aims to prepare students not only for the technical aspects of VEX Robotics but also for the cooperative dynamics required in competitive team settings.


🔥Early Bird Promotion $3999 → $3800, ends 8/31/2025!

🤖 Robot Fun: Get hands-on with robotics and coding, discovering the basics of building and programming in an easy, fun way.
🛠️ Learn by Doing: Engage in practical activities that foster creativity and problem-solving skills.
👩‍🏫 Expert Guidance: Our dedicated educators ensure a supportive and enjoyable learning experience.

• Length of Class: 1.5 Hour
• Sign Up Instructions: click the "Sign Up" button and choose the starting time, location, and "staff member" in the next page. If the time is not available, try to switch to another "staff member".

Course Details:
• Name: IQ Competition Two in Summer
• Date: July 6, 2026 – July 10, 2026
• Time: Weekdays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Burlington Classroom
• Grades: G4+
• Prerequisite: RS41

This 5-day Robotics Advanced course is perfect for students aged 9 to 11 who are interested in learning more about robotics and robotics competition. Alone with the Robotics Basic program, students will continue learning how to build complex mechanical systems, such as lifting systems, intake systems, launching systems, etc. They will also learn how to code the robot to do more complicated tasks, such as robotics competition simulation. This summer program offers a fun and educational way for students to spend their summer, and is sure to inspire a passion for robotics.

IN CLASSROOM SUMMER PROGRAM

Max 12 students per class.
Design, build, program, and have fun challenges.
Bring your own water bottle and your own lunch.

RECOMMENDED AGE
9 - 11 years old or grade 4 - 6

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Understand Core Concepts: Explain the fundamental principles of robotics, including kinematics, dynamics, and control systems.
2. Design and Build Robots: Design, assemble, and program basic robots using common robotics platforms and tools.
3. Programming Skills: Develop and implement algorithms for robot control and behavior using programming languages such as Python and C++.
4. Sensor Integration: Integrate various sensors (e.g. cameras, ultrasonic sensors, gyroscopes) to enable robots to interact with their environment.
5. Autonomous Systems: Understand and apply concepts of autonomous navigation, including path planning, obstacle avoidance, and localization.
6. Team Collaboration: Work effectively in teams to complete robotics projects, fostering collaborative problem-solving skills.
7. Project Management: Plan and execute a robotics project from conception through to completion, managing time, resources, and documentation effectively.
8. Robotics Competition: Understand the general idea and format for the robotics competition, how to design and build the robot.

Schedule of the Day:

8:55 am - Check-In
9:00 am - Icebreakers
9:30 am - Small-Group Learning
11:30 am - Recess
12:00 pm - Lunch
12:30 pm - Back to Work
3:00 pm - Outdoor Relax
3:30 pm - That’s a Wrap!
4:00 pm - Pick up

Course Details:
• Name: USACO Intro
• Date: September 18, 2025 – January 15, 2026
• Time: Thursdays, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location: Vinci Burlington/Vinci Newton/Online Classroom
• Grades: G7+
• Prerequisite: None

16 weeks, 32 hours specific learning, 1 lessons per week, 2 hours per lesson. The USACO Intro Course is the first step for students aiming to compete in the USA Computing Olympiad (USACO). This course introduces the fundamentals of competitive programming, including problem-solving strategies, algorithmic thinking, and efficient coding practices. Students will gain hands-on experience with programming challenges while building a strong foundation in topics such as recursion, simulation, greedy methods, and basic data structures. By the end of the course, students will be ready to participate in USACO Bronze contests with confidence.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Master core programming constructs and logic
2. Solve beginner USACO-style problems
3. Build foundations in algorithmic thinking
4. Prepare for participation in USACO Bronze division

Course Details:
• Name: IQ Competition I
• Date: February 8, 2026 – June 7, 2026
• Time: Sundays, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
• Location: Burlington Classroom
• Grades: G4+
• Prerequisite: None

The first of a two-part VEX IQ competition track, this course teaches students how to design, build, and code robots for structured gameplay challenges while learning key STEM skills. Students are introduced to the engineering notebook, teamwork roles, and competition rules. They will also practice iterative testing, data-driven improvements, and prepare for entry-level VEX IQ events.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Build and program VEX IQ robots for specific game challenges
2. Understand the fundamentals of team roles and robot strategy
3. Develop project documentation and engineering notebooks
4. Practice iterative improvement through testing

Course Details:
• Name: USACO Intro
• Date: July 7, 2025 – July 11, 2025
• Time: Weekdays, 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM
• Location: Newton Classroom
• Grades: G7+
• Prerequisite: None

This class introduces students to competitive programming with a focus on topics covered in the USA Computing Olympiad (USACO), such as loops, arrays, strings, and basic algorithms. Students begin developing algorithmic thinking and coding fluency through structured problem sets and interactive lessons

Learning Outcomes:

1. Master core programming constructs and logic
2. Solve beginner USACO-style problems
3. Build foundations in algorithmic thinking
4. Prepare for participation in USACO Bronze division

Course Details:
• Name: Battle Bot
• Date: September 8, 2025 – January 11, 2026
• Time: Sundays, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
• Location: Burlington Classroom
• Grades: G2+
• Prerequisite: R202

In this action-packed class, students build and code battle bots for friendly competition. They explore the intersection of robotics, AI, and design to develop strong, smart machines. Students will learn how to optimize their robots for performance, explore different mechanical structures, and apply coding strategies during head-to-head matches. This class helps build resilience, strategic thinking, and technical confidence.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Design and construct functional competitive robots
2. Use coding to control and strategize robot performance
3. Learn about sensors, logic, and AI in competition
4. Practice iterative testing and problem-solving

Test Price Plan

Dates: June 1st to May 31st Next year

This is the whole year membership. The schedule is not 100% confirmed yet. We will make it as much suitable as possible for signed-up students. When you check out, just choosing one time slot is fine. We will adjust the time later when the class starts.

You can also choose to pay monthly or pay in full for the whole year to get $500 discount.

The fee only covers the coaching and robot material fees. It will not cover the out-of-state competition registration fees, travel fees, or coaching at the out-of-state fees.

Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Grades: 7-10/9+

Prerequisite:
Strong previous VRC experience

Related Classes:
R701

Course Description:

The Detailed Class Time and Location are TBD, it will be based on the preferred time for students who signed up

• 6/8/2024 - 6/23/2024, 3 weeks, 1 session per week, 4 hours per session, on one of the weekend
• 6/24/2024 - 9/1/2024, 8 weeks, 2 sessions per week, 4 hours per session, 8 hours per week.
• 9/1/2024 - 5/31/2025, 8 - 10 hours per week, 2 sessions per week.

Highlights:
• Goals: pursuing awards in signature and world championship
• Starting from June 2024, flexible prioritized schedule
• Highly selective team members
• Dedicated coach team
• Learn deeply in coding, such as PID, Odometry, Path Planning
• More in mechanics, such as Power Sharing, Ratchet, CAD, etc.
• Soft skills, like notebook, interview, public speech, fundraising, data analysis
• Participate in more signature events
• New comprehensive team management system
• Community service opportunities and awards
• Tech company and organization tours. Meet with engineers and professionals

The main goal is to prepare the elite team for the early signature events.

Our Advanced Robotics course, designed for grades 7-12, delves into high-level mechanical and programming concepts. It covers intricate mechanical systems for robotics competitions, focusing on mechanisms like DR4B for lifting, as well as shooting and collecting functions. Advanced programming modules include PID control, enhancing robotic precision and efficiency. The course also integrates 3D modeling for design visualization, and emphasizes maintaining a detailed engineering notebook. Essential soft skills like interview techniques and online challenge participation are also key components, preparing students for real-world applications and competitive scenarios in the field of robotics.

Course Details:
• Name: Robo Wonders: Exploring Life Science
• Date: August 4, 2025 – August 8, 2025
• Time: Weekdays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Burlington Classroom
• Grades: GK+
• Prerequisite: None

Discover the wonders of life science through the exciting world of robotics and artificial intelligence! In this course, students will explore fascinating biological concepts while designing and programming robots to model real-world processes. Using a combination of Robotics, AI, Coding, and 3D Printing, participants will build and code machines inspired by nature, fostering hands-on learning and creative problem-solving.

Small Classroom with max 12 students. Team up with 2 students working with 1 robot building kit and computer. No lunch is provided.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Apply robotics technology to model and simulate biological systems and processes.
2. Understand Basic Robotics Concepts: Explain the fundamental principles of robotics, including robot design and functionality.
3. Introductory AI Concepts: Understand basic concepts of artificial intelligence and learn to use simple various AI tools.
4. Apply 3D printing techniques to create custom components for scientific models.
5. Creative Problem-Solving and Teamwork: Apply creative thinking and problem-solving skills to overcome challenges in robotics and AI projects.
6. Presentation Skills: Present and demonstrate their projects, explaining the functionality and design process to peers and instructors.

Schedule of the Day:

8:55 am - Drop off & Check-In
9:00 am - Icebreakers
• Start with morning announcements, icebreakers, and cutting-edge Tech Demo to make students get excited about Tech.
9:30 am - Small-Group Learning
• Students are split into groups to have teamwork collaborations and interactive hands-on building and coding lessons.
11:30 am - Recess
• Move bodies with motion-detecting devices.
12:00 pm - Lunch
12:30 pm - Back to Work
• Return to the projects with fresh eyes and continue working on their masterpiece.
3:00 pm - Outdoor Relax
• Take some refreshing air outdoors, stretch bodies, do group activities, and build forever friendships!
3:30 pm - That’s a Wrap!
• Review, clean up, and get ready to share epic stories all the way home after a fulfilled day.
4:00 pm - Pick up

Course Details:
• Name: AI Challege Prep (Ideas & Tools)
• Date: October 22, 2025 – November 13, 2025
• Time: Thursday, Fridays, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location: Vinci Burlington/Vinci Newton/Online Classroom
• Grades: G7+
• Prerequisite: None

Step into the future with the Presidential AI Challenge Prep (Ideas & Tools) class — a hands-on introduction to the world of Artificial Intelligence! Designed for students in 7th grade and up, this course helps young innovators explore how AI is transforming the way we learn, create, and solve real-world problems.

Students will learn what AI can do and gain practical experience using modern AI tools to:

Generate creative text and stories,
Design stunning AI-generated pictures,
Build simple AI Agents that can think and act, and
Explore the basics of AI application development.

Through guided projects and brainstorming sessions, students will develop their own AI-powered ideas and prepare to participate in the U.S. Presidential AI Challenge — a national initiative encouraging students to use AI responsibly and creatively to make a difference in their communities.

Learning Outcomes:

What students will gain:

A clear understanding of how AI works and where it’s used
Practical experience with today’s most popular AI tools
Confidence to design and present an AI-driven project
Readiness to join and excel in the Presidential AI Challenge

Recommended for:
Curious and creative students (Grades 7–12) who love technology, problem-solving, or innovation. No prior coding experience required!

Course Details:
• Name: AI Robotics Competition
• Date: Start from 1/1/2026
• Time: On Demand
• Location: Burlington or Newton Classroom
• Grades: G7+
• Prerequisite: R711

Course Description:
The AI Robotics Competition Program is an advanced, hands-on learning experience designed for students passionate about robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems. This program immerses participants in the world of competitive robotics using the VEX AI platform—an innovative system that enables fully autonomous robot operation without human drivers.

Key Features:

Autonomous Navigation: Students will learn how to program robots to navigate complex environments using the VEX GPS system.

Computer Vision & AI: Participants will explore how neural networks and stereo cameras allow robots to detect and classify objects in real time.

Sensor Fusion & Mapping: The program teaches how to integrate data from multiple sensors to build a shared map of the field for strategic decision-making.

Robot Collaboration: Using VEX LINK, students will enable robots to communicate and coordinate actions autonomously.