Welcome!
Welcome to FROGbots! Based in Gainesville, Virginia, FIRST Robotics of Gainesville (FROGbots) consists of one team that competes in the FIRST® Tech Challenge (FTC) competition and seven FROGbots Jr. teams that compete in different levels of the FIRST® LEGO League (FLL) competition. Members of all our teams will get an excellent opportunity to learn about robotics and, most importantly, will learn exemplary teamwork, which will help them extraordinarily in the long run.
What is FIRST®?
Founded in 1989 by inventor Dean Kamen, FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a global nonprofit organization that prepares young people for the future through a suite of inclusive, team-based robotics programs for ages 4-18. FIRST's programs receive support from a vast network of volunteers, educators, and sponsor/donors, including over 200 Fortune 500 companies.
Because their programs are More Than Robots®, FIRST participants are guided by a signature set of Core Values to conduct research, fundraise, design, build, and showcase their achievements. Their thrilling, sports-like challenges build their self-confidence and collaborative problem-solving skills and have a proven and lasting impact on STEM learning and interest. Participants and alumni gain access to education and career discovery opportunities, connections to exclusive scholarships and employers, and a place in the FIRST community for life.
Thank you to all our 2024-25 season sponsors!
Would you or your company be interested in sponsoring the FROGbots in the form of either discounted services or a financial donation? See more about sponsorship at the Sponsors page.
