• Create an Account: Visit RobotEvents.com and create an account.

• Register a Team: Once logged in, navigate to the "Teams" section and select "Register a Team."

• Fill in Team Details: Provide necessary information such as team name, location, and grade level.

• Pay Registration Fee: The registration fee for the 2025–2026 season is $200 per team. REC Library

• Submit Consent Forms: Ensure all team members have completed the online consent form, which must be uploaded to RobotEvents prior to the tournament. Robot Events

• Register for Events: After team registration, you can register for local events through the "Events" section on RobotEvents.

The deadline to register teams for the 2025–2026 VEX competition season is December 19, 2025.

Yes, teams can be formed by individuals, families, community groups, or organizations. While many teams are school-affiliated, there are no restrictions preventing non-school groups from participating.

Teams need:

• VEX V5 Robotics Components : Vex Official Website, Robosource, McMaster-Carr

• VEXcode Software: PROS(recommended)

• Tools: Basic hand tools like screwdrivers(T8, T15), wrenches, and safety glasses.

• Engineering Notebook: To document the design and development process.

Additional resources and fundraising options are available through the REC Foundation.

Yes, fee waivers are available for eligible organizations:

• Eligibility: Public schools, charter schools, and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that were active in the previous season.

• Requirements: Must register and pay for at least six teams for the current season.

• Application Deadline: November 14, 2025.

Official rules and game manuals are available on the REC Foundation website. The Q&A system on RobotEvents allows teams to seek clarifications on rules.

• Yes, teams can build multiple robots, but only one robot can compete per match.

• Extra robots are often used for testing, practice, or specialized skills challenges.

• No, a student can only compete with one team per season to avoid conflicts in rankings.

• An engineering notebook is a documented record of the team’s design process, programming, and testing.

• Judges use it to evaluate creativity, problem-solving, and technical understanding.

• It should include sketches, CAD designs, code snippets, and team reflections.

• Not required, but matching uniforms or team shirts help with identity

• Minor modifications like cutting, bending, or drilling are allowed.

• No electronics modifications outside VEX-approved components.

• Always check game manual and tournament rules for specific limitation

Not at all! Teams welcome beginners, and many roles can be learned step by step.

You can still participate by forming an independent team, joining local community clubs, or volunteering at events.

Most teams meet 2–4 times a week, with extra time before major competitions. The schedule is flexible depending on your role.

Yes! Students can help with outreach, documentation, media, or mentoring — all important parts of a successful robotics community.