Where curiosity clicks.
After-school robotics, coding, and STEM programs for kids in grades K–9, in the heart of downtown Bethesda.
Ignite a passion for STEM
At UP Robotics we ignite a passion for STEM through hands-on robotics, drones, and coding classes. Our curriculum takes students from LEGO® robot builds and block coding all the way to Python, Java, and competitive robotics — meeting every student where they are.
We offer afterschool, weekend, summer, and homeschool programs, and we serve families from Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac, and the greater Washington, DC area.
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Grades K–9
After-school classes
Hands-on robotics, block coding, Python, and engineering design, every week after school.
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Competitive
Robotics teams
FIRST® LEGO® League, FIRST® Tech Challenge, and VEX IQ teams for every age and level.
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June – August
Summer camps
Full-day STEM camps: LEGO® robots, Minecraft coding, Python, and competition training.
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Celebrate
Birthday parties
Robot kits, trained instructors, and loads of fun activities for an unforgettable party.
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Flexible daytime
Homeschool programs
Daytime robotics and coding classes plus dedicated homeschool competition teams.
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Schools & PTAs
School partnerships
Bring robotics, engineering, and technology enrichment to your school community.
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Founded by two dads
UP Robotics was founded by two dads passionately committed to fostering curiosity and practical skills in young learners. That "two dads" ethos isn't just our origin story — it's the soul of UP Robotics, shaping every class, every project, and every student interaction.
Our mission is to inspire a love of science, technology, engineering, and math by teaching students to be creative problem solvers and future innovators.
What Parents Say
At UP Robotics, we don’t just build robots — we build confidence, creativity, and teamwork. But don’t just take our word for it. Hear what real parents have to say about how the program has impacted their kids.
This is the only weekly activity he doesn’t complain about doing.
They’ve created, coded, and also learned persistence and teamwork. We’re so grateful.
He talks about it non-stop on the ride home. We hope to be a lifer!
Visit us
We're at 7801 Woodmont Ave, Floor 2, Bethesda, MD 20814 — steps from downtown Bethesda. Call us at (301) 578-5374 or book a class online.