First Robotics Competition
For high school students (Grades 9-12)
Program Overview
FIRST Robotics Competition is the ultimate Sport for the Mind™. High-school student participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have.” Under strict rules, limited time and resources, teams of students are challenged to raise funds, design a team “brand,” hone teamwork skills, and build and program industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game against like-minded competitors.
Key Features
In FIRST Robotics Competition, teams of high school students are challenged to build and program a robot to perform prescribed tasks against a field of competitors. They are constrained by strict rules, limited resources, and an intense six-week time limit.
FRC Program Benefits
Get Involved
Start a Team
Ready for the ultimate challenge? Starting a FRC team is an incredible journey for students, mentors, and the community.
Volunteer
FIRST Robotics Competition events are powered by passionate volunteers. Help us inspire the next generation of technology leaders and innovators!
Events
FIRST Robotics Competition events are high-energy, sports-like spectacles that showcase weeks of intense preparation. These exciting competitions offer teams the opportunity to:
From district events to the world championship, our competitions embody the spirit of gracious professionalism and sportsmanship steeped in mutual respect and support.
Resources
We offer a comprehensive set of resources to support FIRST Robotics Competition teams: