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Blue Ridge Boost Hands-on STEM learning

Fall 2026 registration is open

Where curious kids build what’s next.

Hands-on coding, robotics, engineering, mathematics, and creative technology programs for students ages 6–18 in Charlottesville.

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  • Small-group instruction
  • Projects students can be proud of
  • Beginner through advanced programs
Students building and experimenting during a hands-on STEM program
An instructor helping a student with a STEM project
Learn by doing Real projects, real skills
Ages 6–18 Programs for every stage
Ages 6–18 Programs for growing learners
Charlottesville Locally taught and supported
Hands-on Build, program, test, and create
Small groups More individual attention

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A place for every kind of learner

Choose a path based on your student's interests, schedule, age, and goals.

The Blue Ridge Boost learning space prepared for STEM activities

Learning that feels different

A workshop, computer lab, and creative studio in one place

Blue Ridge Boost gives students room to explore ambitious ideas. They can write code, build robots, create games, solve challenging mathematics problems, design objects, and learn how technology works.

  • Friendly instruction with meaningful individual feedback
  • Practical skills taught through memorable projects
  • Programs for beginners, experienced students, and competitors
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Start at the right level

Programs that grow with students

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Ages 6–8 · Grades 1–3

Lower Elementary Explorers

Introduce coding, LEGO robotics, mathematics, and science through playful, hands-on projects.

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Ages 9–11 · Grades 4–5

Upper Elementary Builders

Build on foundational skills with more advanced coding, robotics, and engineering challenges.

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Ages 11–14 · Grades 6–8

Middle School Innovators

Develop confidence through programming, robotics, game development, competition math, and design.

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Ages 14–18 · Grades 9–12

High School Scholars

Take on advanced technology, mathematics, exam preparation, and competition-level challenges.

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Inside Blue Ridge Boost

More building. More experimenting. More discovery.

Students do more than watch demonstrations. They design, program, test, troubleshoot, collaborate, and turn ideas into working projects.

Experienced instructors

Learn from educators, engineers, programmers, and competition coaches.

Small learning groups

Limited class sizes create more opportunities for guidance and feedback.

Real projects

Students build, program, test, revise, present, and solve real challenges.

A welcoming community

Students can explore interests, meet peers, and take creative risks.

Students working together at computers
Tools and equipment used for student engineering projects
Students participating in a computer-based class

World Robot Olympiad

Build a robot. Join a team. Take on the world.

Blue Ridge Boost hosts and supports World Robot Olympiad teams and competition programs in Charlottesville. Students combine engineering, programming, strategy, creativity, and teamwork.

4 competition categories Ages 8–19 student divisions Team-based engineering challenges
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Students preparing robots on a World Robot Olympiad competition table

More ways to learn and connect

Support for school, celebrations, and community

Mathematics and STEM Tutoring

Strengthen fundamentals, work through advanced material, prepare for an exam, or explore a subject beyond the classroom.

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Test Preparation

Focused support for SAT and ACT mathematics, AP courses, academic assessments, problem-solving, speed, and confidence.

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Parties and Group Events

Bring students together for a technology-powered celebration featuring games, robotics, engineering, or science.

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Tell us about your student's age, interests, experience, and goals. We will help you choose a class, camp, team, or tutoring option.

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