Welcome to WRO® 2025
Game Rules & Build Guides
The WRO® theme for 2025 is The Future of Robots.
In 2025 teams will explore the way robotics can help solve global challenges and improve our lives. From robots reshaping our future cities, robots driving the expansion of life across the universe to AI-enabled robots improving all aspects of our life. The possibilities are endless. Through The Future of Robots, we can shape a future that holds solutions, drives progress, and brings a better tomorrow for mankind.
Be aware that in your country local competitions may follow slightly different rules. We allow – and even encourage – our National Organizers to make small changes if that fits the situation in a country better. Always use the rules your National Organizer provides.
Do you have questions relating to the games & rules? Please contact your National Organizer first. Click on the button to find your National Organizer.
Rules of the categories
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Please be aware that our RoboMission and Future Innovators categories have a General Rules document and in addition a document with the season challenge.
RoboMission
RoboSports
WRO® Guidelines
The regulations for each category are described in the General Rules for that category.
Additional regulations are:
- A team may participate in only one category per season. Any student may participate in one team only.
- The age group defines the maximum age of the student in the calendar year of the competition. (Not their age at the date of a competition.)
- The minimum age of a coach at an international WRO® event is age 18.
- Coaches may work with more than one team.
The WRO® Guiding Principles
We are aware that a competition usually means that those involved are driven to win. This applies to team members, coaches, parents and even to countries. We feel there is nothing wrong with that, as long as the guiding principles of the competition remain intact.
We expect all teams and coaches participating in the competition to respect the WRO® Ethics Code.
The WRO® Guiding Principles are:
- Teams are encouraged to learn and master new skills while having fun together.
- Coaches, mentors and parents are there to guide the teams, not to do the work for them.
- Participating and learning are more important than winning.
WRO FAQ
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How does a WRO season work?
- The WRO season follows this structured competition schedule:
- Regional Championship: Ontario, CA, April 18th - 19th, 2025
- WRO-USA National Championships: Ontario, CA, July 18th - 20th, 2025
- SumoBot National Championships: Ontario, CA, July 18th - 20th, 2025
- WRO-USA Open: Dekalb, Illinois, August 1st - 3rd, 2025
- Open Championship: Europe Ljubljana, Slovenia, September 2nd - 5th, 2025
- Open Championship: Asia & Pacific Manila, Philippines, September 19th - 21st, 2025
- Open Championship: Americas Panama City, Panama, October 19th - 21st, 2025
- Open Championship: Middle East & North Africa Jubail, Saudi Arabia, October 23rd - 25th, 2025
- International Final: Singapore, November 26th - 28th, 2025
How do I register a team for the competition?
- Registration for a WRO season is open from **November to mid-March** via our online system: WRO Registration.
- When registering a team, you must select the **competition category and age group**.
- After purchasing, you will receive a link to enter **student and guardian details**.
- A **signed data protection form** is required when submitting team member details.
Do I need my own robot? Where can I get one?
- Yes, teams must bring their own robot. You can purchase a robot from our store.
- The type of robot depends on the competition category you are entering.
- All robot systems are allowed, but each category has specific size, weight, and sensor rules.
How much does it cost to participate in WRO?
- Each team is charged a registration fee to cover:
- Materials for competitions (e.g., playing field mats)
- Materials for teams (e.g., trophies and certificates)
- Public relations (e.g., flyers, posters, marketing)
- Employees, office, and storage costs
- For teams qualifying for international competitions, an additional fee applies.
Move-in Date and Time
- Regionals: April 18th from **10 AM - 4 PM** OR April 19th from **7 AM - 9 AM**
- Nationals: July 18th from **10 AM - 4 PM**
How many booths are available for exhibitors?
- Regionals: Up to **15** 10x10 booths can fit.
- Nationals: More space is available in **Exhibit Hall B**, allowing for **double the booths**.
Is parking included for exhibitors?
- Yes, exhibitors receive **one parking pass**. Additional passes can be requested.
Will there be WiFi and electricity?
- Yes, **WiFi** and **electricity** will be available.
