An afterschool learning center for robotics and STEM is hosting weekly camps this summer designed to encourage open creativity, deep exploration and project-based learning.
Rolling Robots, founded by aerospace engineers Bing Jiang and Dr. George Kirkman in 2008, is hosting more than 20 engaging technology camps in Los Angeles and Orange County.
Year-round, the organization is known for its world-class robotics competition teams.
Summer camp enrollment is open now for young innovators from the age of 5 to 15 to ignite their lifelong enthusiasm for technology and exploration beyond competition.
Because of its many flexible and dynamic learning options, Bing said summer camps typically serve as an early introduction to engineering and innovation, helping students discover interests that may shape their future education and careers.
This summer, Rolling Robots has expanded to include new artificial intelligence and robotics and engineering programs designed to introduce more hands-on STEM learning, including a 3D printing with AI camp, where students design objects and use artificial intelligence tools to convert their ideas into printable models.
Another new offering is Young Inventor Camp, which focuses on creativity and prototype design.
Other returning favorites include Battle Robot Building, inspired by combat robotics competitions, and Robots Rock, a revived program that allows students to design and build their own metal-frame robots.
A mainstay is Jr. Robot Builder camp for young inventors.
“If your 5-to-7 year old likes technology or robots, the Jr. Robot Builder camp is hands down everybody’s favorite,” Bing said. “They build a motorized robot and get to take it home. It’s really rewarding for them.”
For older students interested in competitive robotics, the camps offer preparation courses for programs such as VEX Robotics and FIRST Tech Challenge.
Beyond summer programs, Rolling Robots has also seen significant success in competitive robotics. This year, nearly all of the organization’s teams qualified for regional VEX Robotics championships, with two teams advancing to the VEX Robotics World Championship in St. Louis this April.
But Bing said the biggest goal isn’t trophies — it’s confidence.
“We allow kids to build their confidence,”she said. “They struggle, they learn, they overcome their doubts and realize they can achieve something if they don’t give up.”
Many former students advance to study engineering at top universities, proving that summer camp can spark a lifelong passion, Bing said. To learn more about Rolling Robots and find a camp location near you, visit RollingRobots.com.
