Quest for Excellence Camps

All camps are held at Blue Ridge Boost, 2171 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville.

To accommodate busy summer schedules,we offer two convenient options:
Option 1: Drop off at 10:30 AM and pick up at 3:30 PM
Option 2: Drop off at 12:30 PM and pick up at 5:30 PM
Before and after care available.

At Blue Ridge Boost, all instructors are fully certified through the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, ensuring top-tier robotics education for all participants. Plus, as part of your camp experience, taking the certification exam is included in the camp cost—providing a valuable opportunity to earn an industry-recognized credential while having fun learning robotics and coding!

The SMART Robotics Technician courses, developed by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy, are endorsed by the ARM Institute, ensuring they meet industry standards and address workforce demands. These credentials are not only widely recognized but also formally qualify and hold approval from the Virginia Department of Education, making them a valuable stepping stone for students pursuing careers in robotics and advanced manufacturing.

To earn the SMART Robotics Certification, a student must complete five different SMART Robotics Technician micro-certifications and achieve a score of at least 70% on each course's final exam. If a student finishes a micro-certification course before the allotted camp time ends, they are eligible to begin another course immediately.

The Quest for Excellence Camps offer intense, focused learning experiences designed to challenge and inspire students. These two-week programs provide participants with the opportunity to earn an industry-recognized certification, along with a completion diploma from Blue Ridge Boost.

Typical camp day:

10:30–12:00	Learning Session
12:00–12:20	Lunch
12:20–1:50	Learning Session
1:50–2:00	Snack
2:00–3:30pm	Learning session