About FIRST® Tech Challenge

FIRST® Tech Challenge is designed for students who want to compete head to head using a sports model. Teams design, build, and program their robots to compete on a 12′ X 12′ field, in an alliance format, against other teams. Robots are built from a reusable platform, powered by Android technology, and programmed using Java-based programming languages. Teams, including students, coaches, and mentors, are required to develop strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles, such as rapid prototyping. Awards are earned for the competition, as well as community outreach, robot design, and other real-world accomplishments.

FIRST Tech Challenge brings science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) alive through a dynamic, hands-on approach to robotics. The program challenges students to apply STEM concepts in real-world situations and inspires tomorrow’s innovators and entrepreneurs.

Students Get to

  • Design, build, and program robots.
  • Model a real-world engineering process.
  • Apply math and science concepts.
  • Develop strategic problem-solving, organizational, and team-building skills.
  • Build life skills while building robots and work towards participating in regional tournaments and qualifying for World Championship.
  • Compete and cooperate in alliances at tournaments.
  • Access exclusive scholarships from hundreds of colleges/universities.

Join FIRST® Tech Challenge

Are you interested in joining us for the upcoming season? Fill out the form below and we'll contact you when registration starts

FTC 2024-2025 Interest Form


FIRST® Tech Challenge Teams


Current Teams

  • Mech Tech 2 - 12045
  • Digital Ducks - 19892
  • Gear Wizards - 16917
  • ALSquared - 22110

Legacy Teams