FIRST Robotics Competition
VENTURA REGIONAL
March 21-22, 2020 – postponed | Ventura, CA
VENTURA COLLEGE | 4667 Telegraph Rd.
Announcement
As a result of the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and at the recommendation of the California Department of Public Health, the Ventura Regional on March 19 – 22 has been postponed. This is out of an abundance of caution, and with the health and safety of our FIRST community and surrounding communities in mind. The new dates for the Ventura Regional have not yet been set.
YEARS IN VENTURA
ROBOTS
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The 6th Annual Ventura Regional
Dubbed a varsity Sport for the Mind,™ FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology.
Under strict rules, limited resources, and time limits, teams of high school students are challenged to raise funds, design a team “brand,” hone teamwork skills, and build and program a robot to go head to head against a field of competitors.
It’s as close to “real world” engineering as a student can get.
FREE to the Public!
SAT, 3/21/20: 8:30am – 6:15pm
SUN, 3/22/20: 8:30am – 6:00pm
POSTPONED.
The Ventura Regional is a high-energy, high-tech spectator sporting event that teams professionals and young people together to solve an engineering design problem in an intense and competitive way.
The program is life-changing, career-molding and a lot of fun. We invite you to experience the excitement of this intense competition, tour the “pits” to visit with teams and robots, and cheer on your favorite team. Closed toe shoes required in the pits.
Each year this multinational competition reaches more than 96,250 students on over 3,850 teams in competitions held across the USA and in other parts of the world.
LOCATION:
Ventura College
4667 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA
Teams at the Ventura Regional will vie for regional awards and a spot at the FIRST Championship which will be help in April in Houston, Texas. The competition is part of FIRST, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology.
Countdown to the Ventura
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THIS YEAR’S STAR WARS-INSPIRED CHALLENGE
INFINITE RECHARGE
In INFINITE RECHARGE, two alliances work to protect FIRST City from approaching asteroids caused by a distant space skirmish. Each alliance, along with their trusty droids, race to collect and score Power Cells in order to energize their Shield Generator for maximum protection. To activate sections of the Shield Generator, droids manipulate their Control Panels after scoring a specific number of Power Cells. Near the end of the match, droids race to their Rendezvous Point to get their Shield Generator operational in order to protect the city.
LIST OF TEAMS + RESULTS
Checkout who’s competing this yearby clicking the button below. Find results from 2019 here.
PRESS
Media Coverage
MEDIA PASS
The Media is invited to capture the excitement of this intense competition. Please fill out the Contact Form at the bottom of the page to request a Media Pass.
MEDIA COVERAGE / LINKS
2019:
- 3/08/19 – ABC / Channel 10: Tech Companies Invest in Robotics Competitions
- 3/09/19 – San Diego Union Tribune: Students Build Robots for Competition on fictional planet Primus
- 3/11/19 – NBC / Channel 7: Torrey Pines HS Team Celebrates Robotics Competition Win
- 3/17/19 – KUSI: San Diego High School Teams Qualify for Global Robotics Championship
- 3/22/19 – San Diego Union Tribune: Poway High School Robotics Team Earns Top Awards, Headed to World Championship
Resources for Teams
Coming Soon.
Coming Soon.
HOUSING:
Make your FIRST® event experience more memorable and affordable. We’ve negotiated hotel and travel discounts available exclusively for FIRST Robotics Competition events. Through our housing experts at Experient, we provide you 24/7 access to full hotel descriptions, real-time availability, amenities, and other details allowing you to book quickly and confidently.
BOOK NOW FOR THE VENTURA REGIONAL
When you stay with FIRST you and your team:
- Stay close to venue and other teams
- Receive guaranteed low-rates
- Rest easy at FIRST-reviewed hotels
- Enjoy convenient FIRST-contracted amenities at most hotels including complimentary parking, Wi-Fi, and breakfast
- Gain flexibility to make booking adjustments and pay later
- Get reservation protection and assistance before, during, and after your stay if any unexpected challenges occur
- Earn reward points at your preferred hotels
- And of course, support your region with earned rebates that go towards improving future FIRST Robotics Competition local events
Coming Soon.
Coming Soon.
Sponsor the Regional!
WAYS TO SPONSOR
SUPPORT THE VENTURA REGIONAL
To discuss sponsorship opportunities and benefits of sponsorship, please contact FIRST California Senior Regional Director, David Berggren, through the Contact Form at the bottom of this page.
For 30 years, FIRST® volunteers have fueled the mission by inspiring millions of young people to reach for the stars. You are part of a global support system we’ve built for students who need a spark of curiosity and encouragement to launch their dreams. Together, we’re inspiring the next generation of innovators, technology leaders, and change-makers here on Earth – and beyond.
Volunteer at the Competition!
Non-Technical and Technical Roles Available
EXAMPLES OF ROLES
APPLY TO VOLUNTEER
- Create an account in the FIRST Dashboard – click here to apply.
- Click the Volunteer Registration tab & choose ‘Volunteer at an Event’.
- Filter events by location/ program and select Ventura Regional.
- Choose up to five roles and apply.
- Complete your required youth protection background screening (US & Canada).
You will receive an email from your local event coordinator if you are assigned to a volunteer role.
LET’S CONNECT!
VENTURA REGIONAL SOCIAL MEDIA