Fall Programming!
The W.A.F.F.L.E.S. FIRST LEGO League Challenge program for ages 9-14 was founded in 2006.
In FIRST LEGO League Challenge students are presented with a real-world theme and a 4’x8′ “field table” with a variety of interactive LEGO models representing missions or challenges to tackle. Students design, build, and program a LEGO SPIKE Prime robot to complete these missions. They also learn about the theme and discuss innovative solutions to real-world problems.
As much as the students learn about building, programming, and research, the program encompasses so much more. Teams learn about time-management, teamwork, self-confidence, leadership, and core values such as integrity, good sportsmanship, and sharing with the community.
Program Benefits
- Research a real-world challenges facing today’s scientists
- Build, test and program a LEGO robot
- Apply real-world math and science concepts
- Develop skills for critical thinking, teamwork, organization, presentation, and much more
- Make friends on the team and work with mentors from our older programs
Joining Our Programs
For summer session information visit our summer program page.
This fall, join us for our 2026-2027 biodiversity-themed robotics season, FIRST® CANOPY™.
Nothing on Earth thrives alone. Every gene, species, and ecosystem is part of a rich web of biological diversity that powers clean air, fresh water, and food.
With STEM as their tool and nature as inspiration, today’s boldest innovators are finding new ways to strengthen the connections that protect our shared home.
Building. Problem solving. Growing stronger through teamwork.
Cost
The all-inclusive cost per participant for our Fall Program is $450.
W.A.F.F.L.E.S. Community Robotics is not-for-profit organization and is volunteer-run; we do our best to make our programs affordable and accessible to everyone! Bursaries may be available to qualifying families. For more information contact info@wafflesrobotics.com
Session Schedule
Two-hour sessions take place weekly. The W.A.F.F.L.E.S. FIRST LEGO League Challenge teams will meet at 575 Victoria Street on Tuesdays 6:00 to 8:00pm. The first team meeting with be on Tuesday, September 8th and will run for about 12 sessions.
Meetings will be scheduled in our public Google calendar, which is visible at the bottom of the webpage and can be added here.
Participants will be provided all materials required for the season. Meetings will be led by Taegen Poles.
* Maximum age 14 – Enforced as of September 1, 2026.
Parental Involvement
The W.A.F.F.L.E.S. is volunteer-led, and because of this we sometimes ask parents to be involved with their child’s team, working alongside our volunteer mentors. There are many ways that parents can help our the team – if you’re unsure, let us know!
Team Communications
Our Challenge program communicates using email.
Registration Terms
Payment for the session is due at the time of registration. Registration is non-refundable.
If a cancellation request is made after registration, refunds (less a $75 administration fee) can only be issued if we are able to fill the spot from our waitlist.