Summer sessions 2026
Since 2014, we have run LEGO robotics summer programs to suit a variety of ages, experience levels, and interests.
No experience necessary, just an eagerness to learn.
We strive to create programs that blend fun activities with engaging lessons and the hands-on application of learning. Our coaching team consists of knowledgeable students and alumni from our robotics teams, often working one-on-one with students to teach them in their areas of interest.
This year our summer robotics sessions are for kids ages 4 to 14. The sessions run as single one-off workshops, to allow students to take part in one or more throughout July. We aim to introduce students to more advanced STEM concepts and robotics, laying the groundwork for future success in more advanced or competitive robotics programs.
All sessions are at 575 Victoria Street, Kingston, ON. Questions can be sent to camp@wafflesrobotics.com.
4 to 14
the ages we take
1 to 3-4
counsellors to campers
1 to 2-3 for our 4-6 years programming.
July
one-off workshops
Take part in one or as many as you like.
Ages 4-6
Wednesday sessions
Wednesdays in July, 5:00 to 6:00pm
$140 for all 4 sessions; $35 per one-hour session
Join us for one or more sessions as we investigate and explore fun LEGO Steampark activities.
- July 8: Gears! Gears! Gears!
- July 15: Ramps and Slides
- July 22: Chain Reactions (spin, swing, pivot, roll, lift, and drop!)
- July 29: Moving on water
Registration closed
Saturday sessions
Saturdays in July, 9:30 to 10:30am
$140 for all 4 sessions; $35 per one-hour session
Get creative with Mini-Maker LEGO Steampark activities. An introduction to the Maker Process: using creativity and imagination to solve a problem. We’ll combine traditional maker materials (paper, scissors, straws and so on) and LEGO for fun learning and problem-solving.
- July 4: Animal Shelter
- July 11: Across the Pond
- July 18: Windpowered Machines
- July 25: Creative Creatures
Registration closed
Ages 7-9
LEGO Robotics with Spike Essential
Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29, 6:15 to 7:00pm
$160 for all 4 sessions; $40 per session
Each Wednesday session lets students build a project of their choosing: moving creatures, from flapping butterflies to walking crabs, or different robotic vehicles to put to the test. Perfect for learning programming basics and mechanics with LEGO and Spike Essential.
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LEGO Robotics with WeDo 2.0
Saturdays, July 4, 11, 18, 25, 10:45am to 12:00pm
$160 for all 4 sessions; $40 per session
Each Saturday session introduces kids to the fundamentals of programming and mechanics in the most approachable way, with the help of friendly LEGO robots made of WeDo 2.0. Kids proceed at their own pace, starting with the basics and adding complexity with each project (motor control, events and loops, counters using sensors, operations and flow control).
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Ages 9-14
LEGO Robotics Workshop Series
Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 28 and August 4, 6:00 to 8:00pm
$220 for all 4 sessions; $55 per two-hour session
Dive into the world of robotics and engineering with our hands-on LEGO SPIKE Prime workshop series. Each session is a standalone adventure where participants explore the fundamentals of robotics, coding, and engineering design through guided builds and creative challenges. There is no experience necessary, and no need to attend in any order.
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Registration and payment
Payment is due upon registration. Spaces are only considered secured upon receipt of payment and email confirmation. Registration is non-refundable. If a cancellation request is made after registration, refunds (less a $35 administration fee) can only be issued if we are able to fill the spot from our waitlist. Please double check your schedule before signing up. W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Community Robotics reserves the right to cancel and refund payment due to unforeseen circumstances. Payment is not required for the waitlist.
Please pay by sending an e-transfer to info@wafflesrobotics.com and put your child’s name in the description or notes section. We will email you a confirmation once received.
All profits go to support our community-based robotics team for high school students in the Kingston area. Bursaries are available for families in financial need while funds remain.
Other special programming
We are in the process of developing other LEGO and robotics special programming, such as special visits to schools, birthday parties, and community groups. Feel free to contact us at info@wafflesrobotics.com if you have an inquiry.