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JROTC Robotics Program
About the JROTC Robotics Program
The Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF) is proud to offer the VEX V5 Robotics Competition (V5RC) to Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine, Space Force, and Coast Guard JROTC programs. Cadets and students alike design, build, modify, and program robots in JROTC invitational events and blended V5RC competitions. Cadet-lead teams compete throughout the VEX V5 Robotics Competition season with the goal of attending the JROTC National Championship.
Contact Us
New program? Reach out to see if any STEM funding is available to start your program.
Resources
Robot Builds
Visit the VEX Robotics Robot Builds page and choose a VEX V5 build and download each model's build instructions.
Find an Event
To find V5RC events near you, click the RobotEvents.com link below and use the options on the left side to set filter parameters for your country and event region. Click on "Filter" at the bottom of the parameter options to identify matching events.
Starting a Team
The RECF provides tools and resources to give coaches everything needed for successfully starting a team. To find your RSM, go to the RobotEvents.com Support Page and click on your region.
How to Register a Team
Visit the REC Library for the steps needed for all types of team registration for new and returning teams.
JROTC FAQ
Frequentky asked questions about the JROTC Robotics Program
Having a different base number is the best route. We want the JROTC program to have their own base numbers.
Yes, if a JROTC team qualifies for both events they are encouraged to represent their program in both competitions. This is not a violation of G4 as they are different programs.
Generally, JROTC Invitationals will qualify teams directly to the JROTC National Championship. Unfilled spots will be invited from the JROTC Global Skills list (All services).
The JROTC National Robotics Championship is hosted at the VEX Robotics World Championship in April or May each year.
Currently, there isn’t a LOI or SOP for robotics. Please consult with your brigade leadership for more details or contact [email protected].
Yes JROTC programs are encouraged to work in partnership with their existing school programs, but there are some rules that could apply.
- Army JROTC Programs are given the guidance that teams should be at least 50% cadets with the Drive Team being Cadets
- Air Force teams are encouraged to meet, practice, and collaborate with their schools robotics program, but AFJROTC teams should be 100% cadets.
JROTC Programs compete in the same game and the same Qualifying Criteria, and are student-lead teams with the added benefit of being able to attend JROTC invitationals.
