V5 Robotics Competition Bootcamp Grades 7–10

V5 Robotics Competition Bootcamp (Formerly V5 Fundamentals) is an accelerator camp for students who want to jump into VEX V5 competition—and a great “try it and see” option for students who are curious about robotics but aren’t sure yet. Designed for grades 7–10 (best fit is 7–9, and ideal for first-time V5 students), campers learn the core building blocks of competitive V5: how the parts system works, reliable robot construction, basic mechanisms, driver practice, teamwork, and what a real competition season looks like.

This is a true high school student-led camp. Campers learn directly from experienced V5 teammates and mentors—getting authentic insight into competitive robotics culture, faster hands-on reps, and real-world problem solving. That also means the experience is intentionally “real”: students lead the pacing, troubleshooting, and coaching, with adult oversight for safety and structure. It’s a high-energy week that builds confidence, skills, and a clear next step—whether that’s joining a competition team or simply discovering that robotics is (or isn’t) their thing.