Under the GUI Academy: Coding for Kids — Robotics

My son, who is 9 and has a creative streak, recently attended the Under the GUI Academy's Robotics program in Vancouver. He was excited to learn coding basics while building his own robot. The instructors, particularly a friendly guy named Jake, were very engaging and took the time to ensure that all kids understood the concepts, which I appreciated. They worked in small groups, which kept the attention levels high and allowed for great interaction. The only hiccup was the long lines during pickup—something to consider if you have a busy schedule. Overall, he came home excited about what he had created and even made a new friend in the process. I would recommend this program for parents looking to inspire their kids in tech, just be prepared for a bit of waiting at the end of the day.

My son attended the Under the GUI Academy Robotics program in Vancouver for the past few weeks, and overall, it’s been a solid experience. The instructor, Mia, was very engaging and made sure all the kids felt included, which was great for my shy child. They worked on building a small robot and learned some basic coding concepts. I appreciated the small group size, as it allowed for more hands-on attention. However, the pickup process was a bit disorganized, with long lines forming at the end of the session. It could use some streamlining to help parents get their kids more efficiently. Despite this annoyance, I would recommend the program, as my son has really enjoyed it and even made a couple of friends along the way.