(Public) 2026-2027 FLL Challenge Foundations: Future Edition at Brambleton Community Association

🤖 2026–2027 FLL Challenge Masters: Future Edition (Competitive Program)

📘 Program Overview
FLL Challenge Masters is an advanced competitive team program for experienced students preparing to compete in the Future Edition 2026–2027 FIRST LEGO League Challenge season. Enrollment in this program means committing to a high performance team formed in Spring 2026 and locked in for official competition starting August 2026, once the new FLL theme is released.

This program is built specifically for the new FLL Challenge format launching in 2026–2027, known as Future Edition. This version features updated gameplay, new hardware, and a more demanding competition structure focused on precision, strategy, and execution.

Students in this program will not use SPIKE Prime kits. Training uses the new LEGO Education Computer Science and AI based hardware designed for Future Edition gameplay, with a faster pace and higher technical expectations.

If you are looking to compete in the Founders Edition FLL Challenge using SPIKE Prime robotics, please view our FLL Challenge Skills Lab or email [email protected] for guidance.

This is not a trial or short term enrichment class. This is a fixed, year long, full season competitive commitment with increased time and performance expectations. Spots are limited. Teams are capped at 6–7 students. Withdrawal after enrollment does not reduce tuition obligations. Full program tuition remains due even if a student drops out.

🎯 What Students Learn
• Advanced engineering, prototyping, and system refinement using Future Edition hardware
• Competitive level robotics coding aligned with updated gameplay mechanics
• Mission optimization, scoring strategy, and performance consistency
• Real time decision making and execution under competition conditions
• Defined team roles with leadership, accountability, and ownership
• In depth Innovation Project research, solution development, and polished presentations
• Judging readiness, tournament professionalism, and competitive mindset
• Intensive early preparation so teams enter the August theme launch ready to build, code, test, and iterate at speed

📌 Who This Program Is Ideal For

• Students with prior FLL or robotics experience
• Students comfortable with longer sessions and focused technical work
• Students motivated by competition, iteration, and high standards
• Families seeking a results driven, time intensive competitive program
• Families able to support additional practice time during the fall competition season

🎮 Future Edition Gameplay Focus

Future Edition introduces active gameplay and defined team roles. Students play the game with the robotic and mechanical tools they design and build.

Each team includes four defined roles.

Driver
Navigates a driving base around the field using a controller to collect and deliver game elements.

Operator
Designs and operates a mechanical tool to interact with and trigger game elements.

Technician
Designs and codes a robotic tool to complete missions across the field.

Specialist
Controls the team device and one or more robotic game elements during gameplay.

Students rotate through roles during training to build a strong understanding of each responsibility.

📅 Program Timeline

Spring Training Phase
February 2026 to May 2026
Weekly commitment. 3 hours per week

Summer Break
June to July
No classes

FIRST Theme Launch and Classes Resume
August 2026
Teams begin training on the official competition theme once it is released

Regional Qualifiers
November/December 2026
Exact dates are announced by FIRST closer to the season

State Tournament
December 2026 to January 2027, if qualified
Exact dates are announced closer to the event.
Qualification for states will incur additional tuition beyond the regular season

World Festival
Dates and location TBD, if qualified
Qualification for worlds will incur additional tuition and travel-related costs

Competition Window
Most regional and state competitions take place between November and January. Tuition for this program covers training and competition through regional qualifiers only. Advancement beyond regionals requires additional fees for extended training and competition preparation

Do not enroll if your family plans extended travel longer than a few days days during Winter 2026–2027.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Team Size and Placement

• Teams include a maximum of 6-7 students
• Teams are formed by coach and director recommendation
• Friend or sibling requests accepted by email when possible
• Placement at nearby locations offered if a site fills
• After registration, families are required to complete a placement form. This form helps confirm experience level, availability, and readiness so students are matched to the appropriate team

⏱️ Time Commitment Expectations

• Spring semester. 2 hours weekly
• Fall semester. 2 hours weekly + Additional hours as needed
• Increased practice time required closer to competition weekend. Teams may meet up to 5–10 hours during peak competition weeks
• Flexibility in the fall is required to schedule for the additional time. 

💵 Tuition and Payment

• Fixed program fee for the full 2026–2027 season, regardless of when a student joins. The 8–9 month program is split into an 11 month payment plan for your convenience.
• A deposit is required at registration to secure a team spot
• Payments are automatically scheduled every month
• A separate competition fee of $250 is required at the start of the official theme launch in August
• Tuition covers robotics kits, equipment, and team supplies through regional qualifiers
• Travel, meals, lodging, and transportation are not included

Tuition covers training and competition through regional qualifiers only. Advancement to states or worlds will incur additional tuition and competition-related fees.

⚖️ Refund and Commitment Policy

• No refunds once payment is made
• Full season commitment required
• Dropping out mid-season is not permitted
• Full tuition remains due if a student withdraws
• Dropouts impact team performance and competition outcomes
• No makeups or credits for missed sessions

If you are unsure about committing to a competitive program, please review our non-competitive program options before enrolling.

🧳 Travel and Competition Details

• Competitions held within Virginia. Travel may require two to four hours for regional events
• State competition is typically hosted in Harrisonburg, VA
• Odin Wise coordinates hotel and travel bookings
• Families reimburse all travel-related costs
• Students may need to leave school early for travel or events

⏳ Waitlist Policy

• Free waitlist available at checkout
• Email notification sent if a spot opens
• Nearby team placement offered when possible

📩 Questions or Placement Requests

Email [email protected]