Independent schools often can’t give robotics-obsessed students enough time, mentoring, or resources. Camp Asimov fixes that: a focused, mentor-heavy build lab where students learn to lead their own projects, master tools, and level up for LA’s most competitive robotics programs.
Led by technologist & educator Ronit Kumar — bringing experience as Robotics Program Head at Brentwood School and Crossroads School for the Arts and Sciences.
A single, immersive program that moves students from core engineering principles to tested, competition-ready mechanisms. Each week blends hands-on building, structured coaching, and iteration—no kits, no busywork, just real robotics.
Students learn safe fabrication and bring mechanisms from concept → CAD → prototype → hardware.
Students bring mechanisms to life with structured programming and integrated sensing.
Students stress-test, analyze failures, and iterate under pressure—ending with our Family Scrimmage Showcase.
Students are placed where they’ll be challenged. Movement between levels is encouraged as abilities grow.
Advanced build strategy, autonomous systems, data-driven iteration, subsystem leadership, & mentoring peers.
CAD → Build → Wiring → Code → Sensing → Testing. Students own subsystems and contribute to strategic development.
Tool safety, CAD basics, programming fundamentals, mechanical principles, fast prototyping, & growth mindset.
Camp Asimov is a mentor-driven build lab where students own real subsystems, make decisions, and see the impact of their choices on a working robot. We focus on confidence, craft, and leadership: students ship working mechanisms, document their process, and present like pros.
Drive bases, intakes, linkages, wiring, sensors—students take subsystems from sketch → CAD → fab → test.
Tight feedback loops with coach check-ins, pairing, and tool certifications to build safely and fast.
Code control loops, integrate sensors, and stress-test under time pressure—skills that transfer to FTC/US school teams.
Iteration journals, photos/video, and a Demo Day reel students can share with teams and programs.
We operate a youth-safety program that meets California requirements for youth-serving organizations. All staff and regular volunteers complete DOJ Live Scan background checks and mandated reporter training. Students progress through tool certifications, wear PPE, and work in staff-supervised zones with machine-specific SOPs (laser cutter, 3D printers, soldering, CNC). We train lithium-ion battery handling for robotics power systems and maintain on-site emergency supplies.
Camp runs Mon–Fri, 9:00–3:30 at our Los Angeles location (final site announced after enrollment). Early drop 8:30 and late pickup until 4:00 are available.
No prior robotics required. We group by age and experience and start with tool/coding foundations before advancing to competitive build work.
Closed-toe shoes, hair tied back, no dangling jewelry, a labeled water bottle, and lunch. We supply all tools, materials, and safety gear.
Tell us on the registration form. Students may carry epi-pens/inhalers; staff are briefed and we maintain a posted response plan. We discourage food sharing.
We target a 1:8 Teacher : Student ratio, with additional mentors during machine time.
We’re builders first. If you want specifics on tools, safety, or curriculum fit, ask away.