Coding and Robotics Club @ YMCA 2025 – 2026

Coding Club
by Coding Lab

@YMCA International School

Come join the after-school club and learn how to code games and robots!

What do kids do in the Coding & Robotics Club?

In the Afterschool Coding and Robotics Club, kids learn how to code:

  • Computers
  • Robots
  • Games
  • Micro controllers (micro:bits) (Age 7+)
  • Minecraft Education (Age 7+)
  • AI, Art Projects, Creative Interactive Stories, and more!
 

All students learn fundamental computer science concepts, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fun and active learning environment.

And have fun!

Age 5-6

Kids learn the basics of coding using Scratch Jr. and robots.  Kids code games, art projects, stories, and more!

Age 7-9

Students learn a variety of block-based programming languages, such as Scratch & Microsoft MakeCode.

Age 10+

Students learn Text-Based coding using Python and advanced block-based coding to make mobile apps.

What is Coding Lab Japan?

Coding classes are conducted by Coding Lab Japan.  Coding Lab Japan is run by ex-Microsoft Software Engineers with over 30 years of combined experience.  We focus on teaching the fundamentals of Computer Science, in a fun and exciting way, so kids stay engaged with coding and STEM.  Our backgrounds are in Computer Science, Mathematics, Education, and the Creative Arts.

Age 5-6

Who Can Join?

Age 5-6

All coding levels, Beginner to Advanced, can join. Each term students do all new projects and activities, so students can join multiple terms.

Class information

  • Day/Time: Wednesday 15:15 - 16:15
  • Term 1 (9Lessons) Sep 3, 10, 17, 24 Oct 15, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19
  • Term 2 (13 Lessons) Nov 26, Dec 3, 10 Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18 ,25 , Mar 4, 11
  • Term 3 (10 Lessons) Apr 8, 15, 22, May 13, 20, 27, Jun 3, 10, 17, 24

Class Objectives

  • Develop foundational computational thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Explore programming concepts through Scratch Junior and educational robots.
  • Enhance creativity and logical thinking with fun, hands-on activities.
  • Build confidence in understanding and using technology at an early age.
  • Have fun!

Age 7-9, Age 10+

Who Can Join?

Age 7-9 & Ages 10+

All coding levels, Beginner to Advanced, can join. Each term students do all new projects and activities, so students can join multiple terms.

Class information

  • Day/Time: Monday 15:15 - 16:15
  • Term 1 (8 Lessons) Sep 1, 8, 22, 29, Oct 6, 27, Nov 10, 17
  • Term 2 (9 Lessons) Dec 1, 8, Jan 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, Mar 2, 9
  • Term 3 (10 Lessons) Apr 6, 13, 20, 27, May 11, 18, Jun 1, 8, 15, 22

Class Objectives

  • Build a foundation of computer science fundamentals.
  • Get kids excited about coding, technology, and STEM.
  • Build computational thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Learn what algorithms are and use them.
  • Hands on experience programming hardware devices.
  • Build confidence with computers and technology.
  • Have fun!

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What is Micro:bit?

A micro:bit is a microcontroller that kids can program. The micro:bit has buttons, LEDs, and built-in sensors. Additional external sensors and devices can be attached to it. Kids can make games directly on the micro:bit, program the micro:bit to work as a game controller for Scratch, and much more.

Project Examples for Ages 7-9

Here’s an example of a game that kids make in class. Game on the right is playable! 

Project Examples for Ages 10+

Mobile App Coding (App Inventor) 

Whether your child wants to learn the fundamentals of coding or become a programmer, the benefits of logical reasoning, factual analysis, and critical thinking will provide a strong foundation to rely on at school and in the workplace, for life.

Price List

Age 5-6

Full Year (32 classes)

¥176,000 ¥167,200

Term 1 (9 classes)

Sep 3, 10, 17, 24 Oct 15, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19
¥49,500

Term 2 (13 classes)

Nov 26, Dec 3, 10 Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18 ,25 , Mar 4, 11
¥71,500

Term 3 (10 classes)

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28, May 12, 19, Jun 2, 9, 16, 23
¥55,000

Age 7+

Full Year (27 classes)

¥148,500 ¥141,000

Term 1 ( 8 classes)

Sep 1, 8, 22, 29, Oct 6, 27, Nov 10, 17
¥44,000

Term 2 (9 classes)

Dec 1, 8, Jan 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, Mar 2, 9
¥49,500

Term 3 (10 classes)

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27, May 11, 18, Jun 1, 8, 15, 22
¥55,000

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