Curious AIR
Next-Gen Aerial Drone Robotics & Automation
About Curious AIR
Curious AIR is our most exciting and cutting-edge program — bringing VEX Air's drone-based robotics curriculum to the Bay Area for the first time. Students learn to build, program, and autonomously fly aerial robots using the official VEX AIR competition platform. From basic flight control to multi-drone coordination and path planning, Curious AIR is the ultimate STEM challenge for students ready to push limits. Whether competing in regional VEX AIR invitationals or simply exploring autonomous flight logic, this program is a launchpad — literally.
What You'll Learn
- ✦Building and assembling VEX AIR aerial drone robots
- ✦Programming autonomous flight paths and waypoints
- ✦Sensor fusion: ultrasonic, optical flow & IMU integration
- ✦PID control loops for stable hover and maneuver
- ✦VEX AIR game strategy and competition rules
- ✦Advanced Python/C++ robotics programming with VEXcode
- ✦Team coordination: pilot, spotter, and programmer roles
- ✦Safety protocols and responsible drone operation
Age Group
Ages 14+
Duration
20 to 24 weeks | Year-round: January – December
Class Size
Teams of 4-6 students
Level
Advanced
Program Investment
Monthly Tuition
$374/mo
$299
per month — 20% discount applied
✦ What's Included
- • All lab materials & equipment
- • Expert instruction each session
- • Competition preparation & support