GearMinds STEM Academy

2 Weeks of Competitive Robotics

(Our teams have been to Texas State Championships multiple times)

For rising grades 5–7

Ready. Set. FLL!

Do you love LEGOs, robots, and solving real-world problems? The FLL Challenge Summer Boot Camp is the perfect way to prepare for the upcoming FIRST LEGO League season. Over two action-packed weeks, you’ll work like a real engineering team—building and programming a LEGO robot and learning what it takes to compete at a high level.

No experience required. Join us and jumpstart your FLL season!

What You’ll Learn & Do:

Robot Game Preparation

• Build and program a LEGO SPIKE Prime robot.
• Utilize sensors for precise movements.
• Practice designing attachments and developing mission strategies.

Core FLL Skills

• Break down challenges into smaller, manageable tasks.
• Maintain an engineering notebook.
• Practice presenting ideas effectively.

Teamwork and Gracious Professionalism®

• Collaborate in small teams to solve problems.
• Rotate roles among team members (builder, programmer).
• Participate in friendly scrimmages and mock judging sessions.

Why Join?

• Kickstart your fall FLL season.
• Collaborate in small, supportive teams.
• Get guidance from experienced FLL mentors.
• Develop skills in coding, engineering, and public speaking.