About
FIRST offers FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Tech Challenge, and FIRST Robotics Competition. FIRST LEGO League uses LEGO technology, including LEGO Education SPIKE technology and LEGO Education Computer Science & AI kits, and includes Explore and Challenge editions. FIRST Tech Challenge includes robot design, coding, and competition, and FIRST Robotics Competition has students engineer industrial-sized robots for large-scale competition.
Programs
- FIRST LEGO League — Ages 5-16; Grades K-8 · Introduces STEM through hands-on learning using LEGO technology; options include Explore and Challenge editions.
- FIRST Tech Challenge — Grades 7-12 | Ages 12-18 · Engages students in robot design, coding, and competition.
- FIRST Robotics Competition — Grades 9-12 | Ages 14-18 · Empowers high school students to engineer industrial-sized robots for large-scale competition.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
About the provider
FIRST exists to prepare the young people of today for the world of tomorrow. It is supported by a global network of volunteers, educators, and sponsor/donors, including more than 200 Fortune 500 companies.
Programs are suitable for schools or structured afterschool activities. Ages may vary by region. Event availability, format, and timing will vary by region.
Last updated September 20, 2026.
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