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About SeaPerch

If the phrase “aquatic robots” doesn’t say enough for you already, we can go on.

What is SeaPerch?

SeaPerch is a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), a competition, and a community. Our program guides students on building an underwater robot while supplying educators with the tools and training to help them through the process.

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Why SeaPerch

Curiosity, creativity, and a desire to understand the world around us are traits that come naturally to kids. They also happen to be great attributes for STEM professionals. Learning technical content and skills is vitally important. When this learning is tangible and connected to the real world, the impacts can be profound.

SeaPerch aims to reduce traditional barriers to participation in robotics programs and promotes opportunities to engage students and educators in inquiry-based learning with real-world applications. As an educational program, SeaPerch introduces students to basic engineering, design, and science concepts. As a fun hands-on project, SeaPerch engages students and fosters key 21st century skills including critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. 

Beyond the experience of building an underwater ROV, SeaPerch provides a supportive ecosystem of students, educators, mentors, and advocates to provide support along the way. Whether you are looking for a fun project at home, an educational program to enhance your classroom curriculum, or a group of people who enjoy tinkering, SeaPerch is for you.

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Build a Bot. Change the World.

As an integrated STEM education program, SeaPerch guides participants through a real-world engineering and design project centered around building an underwater ROV. The program uses hands-on methods to equip students and teachers with the resources needed to learn basic science and engineering concepts like tool safety, technical applications, problem-solving, and teamworking skills. 

These are big goals, with big challenges and even bigger potential to build a brighter future for today’s students. The best part of learning by building is not the cool robot the students have at the end, but the positive impact each student can make by using that robot for good.

(Though the bots are pretty awesome.)

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Not an educator or student?

This is for you too! 

SeaPerch is a great project for clubs and at-home use as well. Although SeaPerch was initially designed for traditional learning environments, it makes an excellent project for outside the classroom as well.

Don’t worry mom and dad, you can get in on the action too. We have resources specifically designed to work in a variety of environments, including at home.

We’re here to help! Learn more and reach out if you have specific questions.

Impact

We estimate that over 250,000 students engage in the program annually through grassroots programs, competitions, and training activities. Since 2011, the SeaPerch program has expanded to reach students in over 35 countries and all 50 U.S. states. Additionally, the number of locally-hosted regional competitions has grown to over 100 qualifier events where teams earn a spot at the annual International SeaPerch Challenge.

Questions?

Check out our FAQ section for more information.

RoboNation

Welcome to RoboNation

SeaPerch is a cornerstone of RoboNation and often the beginning of a journey into robotics. It is where tomorrow’s innovators can start taking risks, making breakthroughs, and building robots today.

Sponsors

Don’t take our word for it. Take theirs.


2023 International SeaPerch Challenge

“The entire competition was impeccably organized, from the registration process to the actual competition day. The information provided prior to the event was clear and comprehensive, ensuring that participants were well-prepared. The event schedule was followed meticulously, allowing for a smooth and efficient flow of activities. The event staff and volunteers were incredibly supportive and approachable throughout the competition. They were readily available to answer questions, provide guidance, and address any concerns that arose. Their positive attitude and enthusiasm contributed significantly to creating a friendly and encouraging environment.”

Team Mentor/Chaperone
Team Mentor/Chaperone

2023 International SeaPerch Challenge

I liked how I was able to watch my friends compete because I was there for them throughout their entire journey.”

Spectator
Spectator

2023 International SeaPerch Challenge

I really enjoyed the friendly staff and appreciate the time and effort put into the event to make it a memerable experience for the students and I. I also enjoyed seeing all the friendly teams in the gym with their perches.  Thank you for a wonderful experience.”

Team Mentor/Chaperone
Team Mentor/Chaperone

2023 International SeaPerch Challenge

Lovely campus and very well organized. It was extremely exciting to see all the students and their sponsors competing, collaborating, exploring with other teams, and enjoying the different designs and innovations.”

Team Mentor/Chaperone
Team Mentor/Chaperone

2022 International SeaPerch Challenge

“THANK YOU for such a wonderful Challenge this year. It was so good to be back in person and see all of you again!”

Team Mentor/Chaperone
Team Mentor/Chaperone

2022 International SeaPerch Challenge

“Thanks for the event, keep doing it, and we hope to qualify again. In just this one year, this became a mainstay assessment event of our engineering program. Thank you.”

Team Mentor/Chaperone
Team Mentor/Chaperone

2022 International SeaPerch Challenge

“How inclusive and welcoming everyone was! The environment is so beneficial and geared toward helping the students, coaches, and volunteers explore new opportunities in STEM.”

Student Competitor
Student Competitor

2022 International SeaPerch Challenge

“Thanks for making this event happen. My students have always enjoyed their competitions. You make STEM exciting for students.”

Team Mentor/Chaperone
Team Mentor/Chaperone

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