After-School Lego Robotics NYC | STEM Building & Coding for Ages 6–13 on the Upper East Side
At Active Studios NYC, our After-School Lego Robotics program introduces children ages 6 to 13 to hands-on STEM learning through building and programming real, working robots. Held at our Upper East Side studio at 1521 York Ave, this class blends LEGO construction, motors, sensors, and beginner coding into fun, engineering-driven challenges that build creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Your child’s first class is free. No commitment, no equipment needed — just bring your young engineer ready to build, code, and create.Why After-School Lego Robotics for Ages 6–13?
The elementary and middle school years are a great time to build real STEM skills. A well-designed robotics class supports every young builder, whether brand new to coding or already curious about engineering, in ways few other activities can:- Engineering & design thinking — building working robots from LEGO kits teaches real construction and problem-solving skills.
- Coding fundamentals — students learn to program motors and sensors, building logical thinking step by step.
- Problem-solving — design challenges push kids to test, troubleshoot, and improve their robots.
- Confidence — completing a working robot mission builds real pride and self-belief.
- Teamwork & communication — group builds and shared missions teach collaboration and patience.
What to Expect in an After-School Lego Robotics Class
Classes run Tuesdays and Fridays from 3:15pm–5:15pm and follow a consistent, engineering-driven structure designed to keep kids building and thinking:- Warm-up & mission briefing — kids review the day’s engineering challenge and goals.
- Build & program — hands-on time building LEGO robots and programming motors and sensors to complete challenges.
- Testing & iteration — students test their robots, troubleshoot, and refine their designs.
- Recap & showcase — a chance to demo the day’s robot and celebrate what was learned.
After-School Lego Robotics Schedule & Location
Active Studios NYC 1521 York Ave, New York, NY 10028 (Upper East Side) Phone: 917-388-2729 After-School Lego Robotics meets Tuesdays & Fridays, 3:15pm–5:15pm, running Sep 8, 2026 – Jan 29, 2027 (42 classes). Choose the option that works best for your family:- Free Trial — new students only, completely free.
- Drop-in — $75/class.
- Semester — $825+ for the full Sep–Jan session.
- Sibling discounts available for additional children.
Frequently Asked Questions About After-School Lego Robotics
Is my child too old or too young for this program?
After-School Lego Robotics is designed for children ages 6 to 13. Builds and challenges are grouped so younger and older kids in the class both get age-appropriate guidance.What should my child wear or bring?
Comfortable clothing is all that’s needed. We provide all LEGO kits, motors, sensors, and equipment used during class.Do parents need to stay during class?
No. This is an after-school program — children are signed in after school and picked up at the end of class, so parents do not need to stay.How long is each class?
Classes run from 3:15pm to 5:15pm, giving kids plenty of time to build, program, test, and showcase their robots without feeling rushed.Does my child need coding experience?
Not at all. Instructors meet every builder where they are and introduce coding concepts step by step, so no prior experience is necessary.What if my child has never used LEGO robotics kits before?
That’s exactly who this class is for. Instructors build skills from the ground up, so every child can jump in and start building on day one.Ready to Try After-School Lego Robotics?
Your child’s first After-School Lego Robotics class is completely free. We’ll meet you at the door, introduce your child to the instructor, and get them building right away.Or call us directly at 917-388-2729. We’d love to meet your young engineer.Class registration software powered by Sawyer for Business