Code Ninjas Vancouver East — Robotics

My son has been attending the Code Ninjas robotics program in Vancouver East for the past few weeks, and overall, it's been a good experience. He’s 9 and really enjoys working with his peers on building and programming robots. The instructor, Jake, is great at keeping the kids engaged while explaining complex concepts in an easy-to-understand way. I appreciate the small group size, which allows for more hands-on support and encourages teamwork. However, the pickup process can be a bit chaotic, with long lines at times, which can be frustrating after a long day. My son has made a new friend there, and they often collaborate on their projects, which is wonderful to see. While the program isn't cheap, I think the learning opportunities justify the cost. I would recommend it, especially for children who are outgoing and interested in technology.

I enrolled my 9-year-old son in the robotics program at Code Ninjas Vancouver East and overall, it was a solid experience. The instructor, Maria, was engaging and clearly knew her stuff, which kept the kids interested as they built their own simple robots. My son particularly enjoyed designing a robot that could navigate through a maze; it was a fun challenge that sparked his creativity. The group sizes were small, allowing for more personalized attention, which was great. However, the pickup process was a bit chaotic on the first day—there were long lines and parents didn't seem to know where to go. If you plan on attending, just give yourself some extra time for that. Despite that, I'd recommend this program, especially if your child is creative and enjoys hands-on projects.