Run by HELIX — Australia’s national champion robotics team

Helix Inspire Holiday Camp

LEGO® EV3 × Micro:bit × Arduino × AI — From Creative Robotics to 2D & 3D Fabrication, Learn, Design, and Innovate with Joy.

Our motto: Robotics Without Boundaries, Opportunities Without Limits.

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Who is it for? Where do we run?

Designed for ages 7–14 who are curious about robotics, coding, and innovation. We focus on fun and inspiration, while naturally building engineering thinking and problem-solving through challenges.

Ages: 7–14 (tiered classes, beginner-friendly)
Campuses: Hawthorn • Box Hill • Frankston (expanding)
Equipment: We provide all robotics kits with no extra materials fee. Students bring an iPad or laptop.
Schedule & Fees: See the booking page for details (varies by stage/campus)

Three-Stage Pathway • Badge Motivation

Helix Inspire uses a three-stage pathway and badge system. Earn a badge for each completed task — Red (Completion) • Pink (Thinking Skills) • Gold (Leadership).

Bronze focuses on exploration and confidence.
Silver is for students ready to try structured design, testing, and improvement.

🥉 Inspire Bronze • 10 Levels
EV3 Basics
LEGO® Building
Motion Control
Color Sensor
Ultrasonic Sensor
Design Thinking
Creative Builds
  • 10 levels. Learn flexibly in parts; students may choose topics in any order to match interest.
  • Part One: LEGO® build fundamentals and coding basics; learn sensors & actuators; motion control.
  • Part Two: Creative builds & challenge projects (e.g., obstacle course) applying color & distance sensors.
  • Outcome: Complete 10 tasks and earn badges with personalised feedback. Typically finished in 2–5 days.
Exploration • Confidence-building Book
🥈 Inspire Silver • 15 Levels
Advanced LEGO® Building
2D Design & Fabrication
Basket-Bot
Micro:bit
Scratch
CAD
Onshape
Laser Cutting
Joystick Design
Arm Mechanisms
Simple Machines
Control – PIDF
Problem-Solving
Artificial Intelligence
  • The bridge from LEGO® building to 2D design & fabrication — transition into digital making and structural design.
  • Follow the Basket-Bot storyline; unlock 15 levels covering structure to intelligent control.
  • Master Scratch & Micro:bit control; learn CAD and Onshape modelling; fabricate custom parts and a bespoke joystick.
  • Understand PIDF tuning, arm design, and simple machines; grow problem-solving and innovation.
  • Introduce AI fundamentals and teamwork for balanced systems engineering and creativity.
Structured design • Test & improve Book
🏅 Inspire Gold • 2026 Preview
Artificial Intelligence
Python
C
Engineering Design Thinking
Control Systems
Control Theories
Arduino
2D Laser + 3D Design & Printing
PS4 Controller
  • Builds on Silver to deliver a complete pipeline from 2D design to 3D design & printing — deeper systems & manufacturing.
  • Advanced coding & hardware: Python/C with Arduino, motor drivers, sensors, and bus communications; reusable modules.
  • Control systems: Model from real data; understand PIDF/feedforward, system identification, and practical tuning.
  • Engineering design process: Requirements → concepts → prototyping → testing → iteration with rigorous documentation.
  • Structure & fabrication: Integrate 2D laser and 3D printing; human-in-the-loop with PS4 controller.
  • AI integration: Intro to classical vision/classifiers; explore perception × control closed loops.
  • Outcome: A demonstrable subsystem or MVP for Portfolio (PAL), connected to FTC/FRC and AUSSEF/ISEF pathways.
Independent projects • Portfolio-ready Learn More

Why Helix Inspire?

Champion Team Coaches

Taught by HELIX — Australia’s national representative team — with structured training and clear feedback.

Play to Learn

Daily “small tasks × big challenges” keep students in the sweet spot: achievable yet stretching.

Badge Motivation

Red (Completion) • Pink (Thinking) • Gold (Leadership) — visible progress fuels motivation.

Take-home Elements

Select stages include custom parts & joystick to take home; progress reports keep parents informed.

Students showcasing their LEGO EV3 robots

FAQ

Do students need prior experience?

We start from Bronze. If a student already has a strong foundation, our flexible pathway allows them to accelerate badge earning and move up sooner.

What equipment is required?

Students bring an iPad or laptop. We provide all robotics kits on site with no extra materials fee.

How is Bronze scheduled?

Bronze includes 10 levels and can be taken in two Parts. Students can choose topics by interest. Most complete all 10 tasks in 2–5 days.

Fees & sessions?

Details vary by stage and campus. Please see the booking page.

Competition & research pathways?

Yes. Silver and Gold connect with HELIX FTC/FRC and the AUSSEF/ISEF research pathway via our Portfolio (PAL) program.

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