your child is bright. inquisitive.

perhaps a little daring

They ask questions you can't answer. They build things you didn't teach them. They're ready for challenges bigger than what's in front of them—and mentors who can take them further than you can alone.

Welcome to the Tennessee Robotics Center. We're here to help.


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HANDS-ON ROBOTICS, CODING, AND ENGINEERING FOR K-12 STUDENTS

IN-PERSON MURFREESBORO  ONLINE ANYWHERE

  • Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers Since 2011 
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welcome to trc

Engineer Mighty Things

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TRC students don't Just learn about engineering—they build, they code, they compete.

TRC has been developing young engineers since 2011. What started in a garage has grown into Middle Tennessee's premier robotics and engineering program—now available online from anywhere.

Even outer space.


Finding the right stem program shouldn't be hard

Your student is learning—but are they building?

Whether you're homeschooling with intention or supplementing what the classroom can't provide, you've noticed the same gap: rigorous, hands-on STEM is hard to come by.

The labs require expensive equipment. Trust me, I know! The engineering projects need space and tools. And physics? It's one thing to read about mechanics, forces and motion—it's another to build and code the robots that demonstrate them.


Maybe you've wondered: Is my student being challenged enough? Will they be ready for college-level expectations? What if all that curiosity and potential never gets the chance to grow into something real? You're not looking to replace what's working. You're looking for a partner who can add the piece that's been missing. Your student is ready for a challenge.


Let's help them discover it.


I know exactly how you feel

As a homeschool dad, I wanted to add something to my sons' education—rigorous, hands-on STEM that would stretch them in engineering, technology, and physics. The kind of challenge that would prepare them for college and open doors to careers with real options.


So I started teaching robotics in our garage. Other families who wanted the same thing joined us. That was 2011.


Today, TRC has grown into a community learning center where homeschool and community families connect, grow together, and encourage one another—while their students take on real engineering challenges. It's a place where young engineers discover what they're capable of and build the confidence they need to achieve it.


I built TRC because my family needed it. Our community needed it. Now it's here for yours.

Michael, Founder and Director—

  • U.S. Navy Combat Veteran
  • Master's in Education, Purdue University
  • Bachelor's in Information Technology and Engineering
  • 15 Years Coaching, Mentoring in Robotics and Engineering Education
  • State Championship Teams
  • World Championship Qualifier
  • 500+ Students Served in Tennessee


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Getting started is simple

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schedule a tour

Visit our learning center. See the labs and talk with a mission advisor. Watch students work and ask questions.

find their mission

We'll learn about your child and match them to the right mission

and program.

launch their mission

Enroll and watch them transform from curious to confident.

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Find the right program for your family

homeschool classes

In-person


Daytime classes designed for homeschool families. Real engineering curriculum and transcript-ready courses with 30+ hands-on labs, required textbooks, and industry credentials.

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afterschool enrichment

in-person


Signup for afternoon and evening classes for students in traditional school. Most classes include open enrollment. Also includes our new Saturday drop-in workshops called Launch Pad 39B.


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Online learning

learn from anywhere


Discover our soon-to-be-released online curriculum, launching soon. TRConline includes self-paced courses, interactive labs, community, and real-world engineering skills. Coming soon!

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Competition teams

in-person


TRC students have the opportunity to join one of the TRCompetition robotics teams in both FLL and FTC. Additionally, we provide middle school students with the chance to participate in the Robot Drone League and the American Rocketry Challenge for those interested in Aerospace.


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trcamp

summer 2026


Gear up for mission launches designed to build skills, broaden your technical expertise, and drive campers toward engineering excellence and successful missions. At TRCamp, kids don't just learn about engineering—they engineer mighty things.

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TRC creator labS

flexible learning


TRCreator is a weekly lab pass initiative designed for students to engage deeply in educational topics through hands-on labs. Students can select a time slot that suits them best and acquire packages of lab passes for convenient usage.

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Upcoming classes and events

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Book your Artemis Adventure

Schedule your session using the calendar below. You’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details and a reminder 24 hours before your appointment.

GEAR UP FOR THE MISSION

launching in 2026!

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PLEASE Let us know you're coming!

Want to see TRC for yourself? Please fill out the form below and we'll get in touch with you to make sure you get the best experience when you show up.

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dare mighty things

Our mission is to inspire the next generation to Dare Mighty Things through comprehensive engineering education in Technology, Robotics, and Computer Science, developing confident problem-solvers who will shape tomorrow's technology and make a positive impact on our world.