ABOUT

OUR MISSION

ROBOT DESTRUCTION FOR ALL!

Battling robots is thrilling and educational, but getting involved can feel intimidating - often requiring prior experience, expensive equipment, or a huge time commitment. At The RoboDome, ANYONE can pick up a controller and battle robots with friends and family. Our mission is to make combat robotics approachable and accessible, creating a space where people can come purely for the excitement or dive deeper into building and designing robots if inspiration strikes. Along the way, participants can explore creativity, problem-solving, and real-world engineering skills while becoming part of a fully inclusive, collaborative community.

We aim to entertain, inspire, and empower the local community and beyond!

OUR SERVICES - AVAILABLE NOW

  • TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIP

    If you have an upcoming tournament that could use some support, please reach out!

  • CUSTOM MINI BUMPER STICKERS

    Whether you have a design ready or you're looking for us to help bring your idea to life, we're here for you!

  • CUSTOM TEAM/ROBOT STICKERS

    Whether you have a design ready or you're looking for help designing a logo for your team or robot, we're here for you!

FOR SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES OR CUSTOM STICKERS, PLEASE REACH OUT!

SERVICES ON LOCATION - AVAILABLE FALL 2026

  • READY-TO-FIGHT BOTS

    Jump straight into the action. Pick up a controller and battle our in-house combat robots—a low-cost experience with no building, experience, or equipment required.

  • BIRTHDAY PARTIES

    A one-of-a-kind birthday party. Enjoy robot battles, friendly competition, and hands-on fun tailored to your group’s age and experience level.

  • TEAMBUILDING EVENTS

    Build teamwork through friendly robot combat. Perfect for companies, clubs, and groups looking for a hands-on, high-energy bonding experience.

  • PUBLIC TOURNAMENTS

    Watch or compete as robots clash in the arena. Our public tournaments bring builders and fans together for high-energy matches and community excitement.

  • CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

    Learn to design, build, and battle robots. We offer hands-on classes and workshops for all skill levels from complete beginners to experienced engineers.

  • ROBOT SUPPLY BAR

    Everything you need to build and upgrade your bot. Browse a curated selection of robot kits, parts, and tools chosen by experienced combat robot builders.

MEET THE FOUNDERS!

The RoboDome was founded by Hannah Arey and Max Luu. We are an engaged couple and engineering team united by a shared passion for making robotics fun and accessible to all!

Max holds a degree in Robotics Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and has been involved in robotics his whole life - including school robotics competitions, engineering award-winning robotic shoes, working as a mechatronics engineer, and collaborating on robotics projects with engineers seen on BattleBots® (go Ribbot!).

Hannah completed her undergrad degree at WSU, then earned her master’s in Entrepreneurial Bioengineering at UW(go cougs & dawgs!) . Throughout her education she was involved in organizing and marketing youth STEM outreach events, and developed a lifelong passion for inspiring kids’ enthusiasm for STEM.

Max’s love of robotics was infectious. We started as dedicated watchers of BattleBots® and National Havoc Robot League™ (NHRL) and soon turned to building robots of our own to compete in local tournaments. While watching bots fight on TV is exciting, being a part of the action felt completely different—the sounds, the chaos, and the energy of the community was incredible.

The idea for The RoboDome was born on a six-hour drive home from a tournament. We kept thinking: how do we get more people involved in combat robotics? We thought about how intimidating it was to start building our first combat robot, even as engineers ourselves, and realized how valuable it would be to offer courses that guide you through building your very first bot. As the idea evolved, our vision expanded beyond just courses.

Our goal became to also create a local space where anyone can walk in, pick up a controller, and get to experience the thrill of fighting bots - without the intensive time and financial commitments. This is what we are working on creating today. We can’t wait for you to fight with our bots and hope the experience sparks the creativity and curiosity to think about making your own!

Whether you’re here for some casual fights or you’re ready to take a deep dive into the world of combat robots, we’re beyond excited to bring The RoboDome to the PNW!

FAQs

When will you be opening?

We are currently projecting our location opening in fall 2026.

In the meantime, we will be selling bot kits, parts, and mini bumper stickers online!

Join our email list below to stay up to date with our expected launch date and online store offerings!

Where will you be located?

In the Seattle area!

Can I book a birthday party now?

We are not ready to take birthday party bookings at the moment, but we are looking to offer 'traveling birthday parties' in the near future. We'll bring the arena and bots to you!

Join our email list below to stay tuned on this!

Who can compete in tournaments?

Tournaments are generally open to ANYONE!

Whether you're a 6-year-old first time builder or a seasoned Battlebots veteran, the community will be happy to have you! You do NOT have to be an engineer or come with a perfectly destructive bot - you can even compete with a kit!

Find a tournament near you at robotcombatevents.com.

What resources does The RoboDome have for builders?

As builders ourselves, we are committed to supporting the local builder community and beyond!

Currently, we sponsor several local builder teams, as well as offer sponsorships for tournaments around the nation. We will soon have kits and parts available online for sale for new and experienced builders.

When our location opens, we will have:

  • Dedicated testing boxes available at no cost
  • Regular open builder hours to have a dedicated time and space to build together
  • Kids-only tournaments and beginners-only tournaments
  • Beginner and advanced topic classes

And more! Stay tuned for our official launch.

How do I get started in combat robotics?

We highly recommend starting by building a kit! This is a good wiki featuring available kits for popular weight classes: robotcombatwiki.com

Kits are a great starting point as they can be modified practically indefinitely. You can customize your destruction level, change out any parts, and personalize your bot. We will be coming out with our own beginner's kit soon!

Once you build your first bot, find a tournament near you to compete in! This site hosts global tournament registrations: robotcombatevents.com

Linked below are some of our favorite resources for learning and building:


Robot Combat Wiki - Consolidated information on everything from rules, weight classes, kits, suppliers, and more!

FREE Plastic 1lb Antweight Designs - Hundreds of free designs and 3D files ready to print, some with step by step instructions and links to all necessary components

Just 'Cuz Robotics - YouTube videos on building, competing, and more!

Maker's Muse - YouTube videos on building and 3D printing

Havoc Rundown - Database on everything combat robotics


For more questions, please feel free to reach out through our contact form!

GET IN TOUCH!

LOCATION OPENING IN FALL 2026!

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LOCATION OPENING IN FALL 2026!

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