Name: City Shaper: FLL Robot Game Camp-7/6/2026 - 7/10/2026 | Ages 9-12 | Blue Ridge Boost
SKU: SUMMER26-CITYSPAPER-CHALLENGE-26
Price: 509.99 USD
Availability: InStock

City Shaper: FLL Robot Game Camp

FIRST LEGO League Camp: CITY SHAPER Robot Game

Overview: In this 5‑day camp, participants focus on the FIRST LEGO League Challenge CITY SHAPER Robot Game. Build a reliable LEGO robot, design modular attachments, and program sensor‑driven routines to complete CITY SHAPER missions on the field (bridges, traffic, crane, elevator, and more).

Note: Experienced or repeat campers can build more advanced drivetrains, code with Pybricks blocks or Python, and develop longer, higher‑scoring multi‑mission runs.

Learning Goals

Robot design: rigid chassis, square alignment, swappable front/top attachments
Programming: gyro‑straight driving, precise turns, line‑follow/alignment, reusable MyBlocks
Strategy: mission mapping, point/effort tradeoffs, two‑plus mission chains, efficient base resets
Documentation: run cards, setup checklists, calibration and tuning logs

Daily Plan

Day 1 — Kickoff and Foundations

Season intro and field tour: CITY SHAPER models, scoring, constraints, and safe field handling
Build a stable robot base; mount and calibrate gyro and color sensors
Program straight drive, accurate 90°/180° turns, gentle acceleration and braking
Deliverable: consistent launch and square docking in home/base

Day 2 — Strategy and First CITY SHAPER Missions

Create a mission map: quick wins (e.g., traffic jam, crane) vs. stretch goals (e.g., elevator, steel construction)
Design quick‑swap attachments with guides for repeatable setup
Create MyBlocks for drive‑to, align‑on‑line, dock‑and‑deploy actions
Deliverable: one reliable, scoring CITY SHAPER mission run

Day 3 — Consistency and Chained Runs

Combine gyro + line sensing; wall‑square and gentle bump‑align near models
Use waypoint segments to reduce drift over distance and around obstacles
Chain two missions in one run with a safe return to base
Reliability checks: battery level, wheel scrub, attachment repeatability, table variance

Day 4 — Optimize and Document

Tune speed vs. accuracy; add guards for failure modes (missed line, slip, mis‑dock)
Refine attachments for guidance, clearance around buildings, and low friction
Parameterize distances/angles; add comments and on‑brick prompts
Prepare run cards, setup jigs, and a field reset workflow

Day 5 — Dress Rehearsal and Final Tuning

Finalize two dependable CITY SHAPER mission runs with timing
Practice launches, attachment swaps, and base setup under light time pressure
Friendly scrimmage with feedback and iteration

Camp Essentials

Ages: 9 to 12 years old.
Dates: Monday, 7/6/2026 to Friday, 7/10/2026
Times:
- Full-Day,8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- AM, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- PM, 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 2171 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
What to Bring: Water bottle, lunch, and one or two light snacks.
Video gaming: Not allowed
Tech Provided: Computers and robotics kits (for in‑camp use only; equipment stays with us).
Skill Level: Beginners welcome; no prior coding experience required
Dress Code: Comfortable clothes; indoor‑friendly shoes
Contact: camps@yblueridgeboost.com • (434) 260‑0636
Allergies/Medical: Share details during registration; bring any necessary meds
Behavior & Safety: Kindness first; follow staff directions; internet safety rules apply

Note: The camps listed as ages 6 to 12 will be divided by age into two groups.