Milwaukee Robotics Academy

Milwaukee Robotics Academy in Riverwest

Year-round community space for FIRST Robotics teams in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood at N Astor Street. The Academy provides shop and build space for high school students designing, building, and programming 120-pound competition robots.

Programs for Middle and High School

Students join build-season teams and rotate through CAD, fabrication, electrical, and programming roles. Programs include:
- FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team participation
- Free summer camps
- Mentor-led build season practices
- Mentoring and counseling support
- Competition travel and event participation

What's Included

• Indoor build space with shop tools
• Volunteer professional STEM mentors
• Free participation for all youth
• Year-round access during competition season and beyond

Experience

A team-sport-style commitment for Milwaukee teens chasing competition robotics. Build season is the heart of the program; free pricing makes it accessible to families regardless of school district.