High School Students. Industrial-Sized Robots. Real Engineering. Unforgettable Experiences.
See FIRST Robotics Competition In Action
Follow Kentucky Students as they design, build, and compete with a 120-pound robot while gaining the skills and confidence to succeed.
What Happens During an FRC Season?
FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is FIRST's premier high school robotics program. From kickoff to competition, students solve real engineering challenges while developing technical, leadership, and teamwork skills.
TYPICAL FRC TIMELINE
January
Kickoff & Strategy
Kickoff unveils a brand-new challenge. Teams analyze the game & develop a strategy.
January - Mid March
Design Build Test Iterate
Design, prototype, build, test, program, and iterate. The complete engineering cycle, just like professionals.
Mid March - April
Competition Season
Teams compete in one more 3-day events alongside 40+ teams.
May - December
Beyond the Season
Off-season events, outreach, fundraising, training and preparation for the next challenge.
THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Learn the Game
Each January, teams receive a brand-new challenge and develop a strategy to succeed.
Design & Prototype
Students brainstorm, CAD, prototype, and test ideas just like professional engineering teams.
Build Program Test
Students fabricate, assemble, wire, and program an industrial sized robot.
Compete
Teams compete in exciting events while earning awards for engineering, innovation, teamwork & community impact.
Beyond the Season
Students gain technical skills, confidence, friendships and the ability to work through problems. Skills that stay with them for life.
Upcoming FIRST Events
See upcoming FIRST Robotics Competition events where Kentucky teams are competing. Click below to view the full list of FRC events on our calendar.
Featured Events
Find events that Kentucky teams are participating in, along with community and outreach opportunities across the state. Subscribe to the calendars that interest you—or subscribe to all four so you don’t miss anything.
Looking for community & Outreach events? Our Community Calendar includes public demonstrations, outreach events, workshops, and other opportunities to experience FIRST Robotics across Kentucky. To stay up-to-date on program-specific competitions and meetings, subscribe to the FLL, FTC, FRC, and Community calendars.
Get Involved
There are many ways to be a part of FIRST Robotics Competition and inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators.
Tools & Resources for Teams
Find the latest news, deadlines, opportunities, and important updates for Kentucky FRC teams.