THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FROM YOUR FRIENDS AT ROBOLABS |
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Building, Competing, and Winning with Robolabs |
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The robotics season is reaching new heights, and February was packed with major milestones, new programs, and exciting events. Robolabs is honored to host the 2025 Northern California VEX IQ Robotics Championship, where the brightest young minds will compete at UC Berkeley. We’re also launching a brand-new referral program, celebrating Demo Day with cash prizes, and taking applications for our VEX AI Summer Program, which continues to gain international attention.
Additionally, Robolabs Foundation Co-Founder & Treasurer Iniyan Sasikumar has just released The Art of VEX Robotics, a must-read for aspiring engineers and designers. And finally, a reminder to complete your iClass Pro profile, ensuring full access to all the new benefits and streamlined experience we’ve implemented.
Let’s dive into this month’s updates! |
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Robolabs to Host the 2025 Northern CA VIQ Robotics Championship |
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On March 8–9, 2025, Robolabs will proudly host the 2025 Northern California VEX IQ Robotics Championship at UC Berkeley. This state-level event will bring together the top elementary and middle school robotics teams in the region as they compete for a chance to qualify for VEX Worlds.
Hosting this championship is a tremendous honor, and we are committed to making it an unforgettable experience for competitors, coaches, and families.
Tesla is joining us as an event partner, bringing a Cybertruck and Model X for attendees to explore. Tesla engineers will also be on-site, offering insights into real-world robotics and engineering. |
| Sponsorship Opportunities Still Available |
| This event is an excellent opportunity for businesses to engage with the next generation of STEM innovators. Tesla’s participation is just one example of the exciting partnerships taking shape. If your organization is interested in supporting STEM education while gaining high-visibility brand placement, sponsorship opportunities are still open.
📩 Interested in sponsoring? Contact us today. |
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Featured Book: The Art of VEX Robotics by Iniyan Sasikumar |
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Robolabs Foundation Co-Founder & Treasurer Iniyan Sasikumar has just released his latest book, The Art of VEX Robotics—a visually rich exploration of competitive robotics, blending engineering principles with artistic creativity.
This book offers a unique perspective on the mechanics and subsystems that have shaped past VEX competitions across both VEX V5 and VEX IQ platforms. More than just a technical guide, The Art of VEX Robotics is designed to inspire young innovators—whether they come from an engineering background or have an artistic eye for design.
Drawing from over a decade of experience in competitive robotics, Iniyan captures the ingenuity, problem-solving, and creativity that define VEX. He has competed, coached, and observed hundreds of young engineers navigating these challenges, and this book serves as a testament to that journey.
📖 Now available on Amazon! |
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Robolabs Summer Academy: VEX-AI Summer Program |
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Step into the future of AI-driven robotics. The Robolabs Summer Academy is designed to give high school students an immersive, hands-on experience at the cutting edge of artificial intelligence and robotics. |
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Our curriculum builds on R&D insights from the Robolabs VEX AI Team, ensuring students gain industry-relevant skills while staying competitive in high-level robotics tournaments. Many of last year’s Academy students are now thriving on the VEX AI Team—a testament to the program’s impact.
If you’re looking to explore AI and robotics at a deeper level, this is the place to do it. |
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As the summer program application season heats up, we are seeing strong global demand for the VEX AI Summer Program—a highly sought-after opportunity for students looking to deepen their AI and robotics expertise.
Last summer’s program was a huge success, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be even more competitive. With limited spots available, students are encouraged to apply early to secure their place.
The program covers:
✅ Neural networks and AI-driven decision-making
✅ Computer vision and object detection
✅ Autonomous robotics and real-world applications
For those interested in learning more, we are now offering a detailed program brochure.
📩 Request a brochure today. |
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Robolabs Referral Program – Earn $100 for Every Friend You Refer! |
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We’re thrilled to launch the Robolabs Referral Program, a brand-new way to reward our community for sharing the Robolabs experience. If you’ve loved being part of our robotics programs, now’s the perfect time to bring a friend—and earn credits in the process. How it works: For every new family you refer, you’ll receive a $100 credit on your iClass Pro account. No limits! Refer three people in a month? That’s $300 in credit—enough to cover an entire month’s membership. Credits never expire. When a new student signs up, they’ll enter your name in the referral box—that’s it! We’ll handle the rest.
This is our way of thanking you for being a part of the Robolabs community and helping it grow.
📩 Start referring today and earn rewards! |
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Save the Date: Robolabs Demo Day 2025 – April 26 |
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Demo Day is back! On Saturday, April 26, 2025, teams from Dublin, Fremont, and San Jose will compete in an exclusive, end-of-season showdown, showcasing their best designs in one final battle. Unlike any other event, Demo Day is one of the only VEX tournaments in the world that offers cash prizes. This is your chance to put your robot to the test, compete for real stakes, and connect with Robolabs students from across the Bay Area.
Prize Breakdown:VEX VRC🏆 Tournament Champions: $1,000 total ($500 per winner)🥈 Tournament Finalists: $500 total ($250 per winner)
⚙ Robot Skills Champion: $500 total ($300 for 1st, $200 for 2nd)
VEX IQ🏆 Teamwork Champions: $500 total ($250 per winner) 🥈 Teamwork Second Place: $250 total ($125 per winner)
⚙ Robot Skills Champion: $250 total ($150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd)
This one-of-a-kind tournament is always one of the most exciting events of the season. Make sure to mark your calendars and start preparing—April 26 will be here before you know it!
📩 More details coming soon—get ready to compete! |
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Robolabs Team Success – February Highlights |
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We’re celebrating an incredible month of achievements! Congratulations to our teams for bringing home awards on February 8th, 15th, and 22nd. Your dedication and hard work are paying off—keep pushing forward, and let’s continue to reach new heights! |
| VRC Tournament: February 8th |
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3303M Robolabs Dublin - Tournament Champion |
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| 3134R Robolabs Dublin - Tournament Champion |
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3340R Robolabs Fremont - Excellence Award |
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3134R Robolabs Dublin - Robot Skills |
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VRC Tournament: February 15th |
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3303K Robolabs Fremont - Excellence Award |
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 | 3848U Robolabs Dublin - Tournament Champion |
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3838U Robolabs Dublin - Robot Skills |
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| 3134E Robolabs San Jose - Design Award |
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VIQRC Tournament: February 22nd |
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3203D Robolabs Dublin - Judges Award |
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| 3303E Robolabs Dublin - Design Award |
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Final Reminder: Complete Your iClass Pro Profile |
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Robolabs has fully transitioned to iClass Pro, our new class management and customer portal, designed to provide a better experience for families and students. Most customers have already made the switch, and we're excited about the improvements this brings.
If you haven’t yet completed your iClass Pro profile, please take a moment to:
✔ Confirm your class selection
✔ Update your payment information
✔ Ensure all details are current and correct
This platform will also power exciting new features, including our referral program and more perks coming soon! Completing your profile now ensures seamless access to all future updates and benefits.
📩 Log in and update your profile today. |
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| Tournament Schedule: Mark Your Calendars! |
| We’ve got an exciting lineup of tournaments on the horizon! Make sure to check out the tournament schedule below to stay informed and plan accordingly. |
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ROBOLABS REGULAR OFFERING |
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|  | Hands-on and immersive VEX and FIRST Robotics for kindergarten - 12th grade. |
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| |  | Fun, and valuable Robotics learning over a break. For students from 1st to 12th grade. |
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|  | Journey to become a high-school author and inventor! |
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| |  | Leverage the entirety of Robolabs to get you into your dream college. |
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