LEGO® Education SPIKE™ - 4-Session Series

Kids ages 6-9 build, code, and control LEGO SPIKE robots across four Saturday mornings of teamwork and problem-solving.
About this Event

LEGO® Education SPIKE™ — 4-Session Robotics Series for Ages 6-9

Kids ages 6-9 will build, code, and program LEGO® Education SPIKE™ robots across four Saturday morning sessions. Across four weeks, students get real time with the kits: building, testing, breaking, fixing, and coding together in a small group.

Session Dates:

• Saturday, September 5, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
• Saturday, September 12, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
• Saturday, September 19, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
• Saturday, September 26, 2026 — 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

What students will do:

• Build and rebuild multiple robot models over the four sessions
• Learn the basics of block-based programming and grow more confident each week
• Use motors and sensors to make their robots move, react, and solve problems
• See how engineering and coding fit together in real-world robotics
• Take on progressively harder challenges as their skills build

What to expect:

• Small group instruction (6-8 students per session for extra individual attention)
• Interactive, beginner-friendly environment
• A steady mix of building, coding, and testing robots
• Engaging challenges that reward teamwork, patience, and problem-solving

Who should attend:

• Kids ages 6-9 interested in technology, coding, and robotics
• No prior experience required. Perfect for beginners and curious makers.

What to bring:

• Just curiosity and excitement.
• All kits, devices, and materials are provided by MakerSpace Charlotte.
• Please leave personal LEGO builds and other toys at home so students can focus on the SPIKE kits.

Class-specific policies:

• Series continuity: Each session builds on the last. Students will get the most from the class by attending all four Saturdays. Missing a session is okay but will mean catching up.
• Kits stay at MakerSpace: SPIKE kits belong to MakerSpace Charlotte and stay at the space between sessions. Students will not take robots home.
• Arrival: Please plan to arrive a few minutes early so we can start on time.
• Parents stay: A parent or guardian is expected to remain on-site during class, per MakerSpace Charlotte policy.

Instructor:

Chris is a Charlotte-based software engineer and lifelong LEGO builder. He's spent over 20 years building software and loves being a maker. His son's interest in LEGO and electronics pulled him back into robotics, and he teaches at MakerSpace Charlotte to share that same spark with other kids

Refund Policy:

Transfers to another class follow the same refund rules as your original date.

14+ days before the first class: Full refund.

7–13 days before the first class: Refund minus a 50% administrative fee.

Fewer than 7 days before the first class: No refunds.

Seat transfer: If you find a replacement who pays for and takes your seat before the first class begins, you are eligible for a full refund.

To cancel or request a transfer, please email [email protected]. For general questions, you’re welcome to visit MakerSpaceCharlotte on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM. For urgent, time-sensitive issues with your reservation, contact Steve at (704) 353-3300.

Class may be canceled due to low enrollment in which case a full refund will be issued.

Cancellation Policy:

MakerSpace reserves the right to cancel any class with insufficient enrollment. If a class is canceled by MakerSpace, fees are 100% refundable.