Build. Code. Compete.

The 2026-27 robotics season is getting underway. Students in grades 4-12 can learn engineering, programming, teamwork and problem-solving while building robots and preparing for competition.

Programs are starting now. There is still time to join, but team placements are limited.

Choose a Program

Our new home: 241 Welsh Pool Road, Suite 110, Exton, PA 19341

Find the Right Robotics Program

DAR offers programs for students in grades 4-12, from LEGO robotics through large-scale competition robots. No previous robotics or programming experience is required.

FLL Challenge

FIRST LEGO League

  • Grades: Generally grades 4-6
  • Program fee: $500 per student
  • Session A: Mondays and Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 PM
  • Session B: Tuesdays and Fridays, 6:30-8:30 PM
  • Students build and program a LEGO robot and complete an innovation project.
Team availability depends partly on having enough volunteer parent coaches. No robotics experience is needed to coach.
Learn more about FLL at DARFLL.org Register for FLL

FTC

FIRST Tech Challenge

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Program fee: $750 per student
  • Meetings: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 PM
  • Season: September through February, with possible postseason events
  • Students design, build and program a competition robot while working as part of a team.
FTC begins September 8. New students can still join for a limited time while teams begin their season.
Learn more about FTC at DARobotics.org Register for FTC

FRC

FIRST Robotics Competition

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students work together to design, manufacture, program and compete with a large-scale robot.
  • Opportunities include engineering, programming, fabrication, business, media and community outreach.
  • Our FRC program is forming now. Complete the interest form to learn more and get connected with the team.
Learn more about FRC at DARobotics.org Join the FRC Interest List

More Than Building Robots

DAR gives students a place to explore technology, develop practical skills and become part of a team.

Hands-On Learning Design, build, test and improve real robots.
Programming Learn coding, controls, sensors and problem-solving.
Teamwork Collaborate, communicate and take responsibility for a shared goal.
Competition Put new skills to work at exciting FIRST events.

Our New Exton Facility

Downingtown Area Robotics
241 Welsh Pool Road, Suite 110
Exton, PA 19341

The new location gives DAR room for team meetings, robot construction, practice and collaboration.

Ready to Get Started?

The season is getting underway, and teams are forming now. Explore the programs above and contact us promptly so we can help your student find the right opportunity while placements remain available.

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