# Overclock Robotics - Comprehensive Information > Overclock Robotics (Teams 16099 & 16699) is a competitive VEX V5 Robotics organization based in Flushing, New York. Founded in 2018, we field 5 high school teams (16099A–E) and 2 middle school teams (16699X–Y), providing STEM education and competitive robotics training. ## Organization Details - **Official Name:** Overclock Robotics - **Team Numbers:** 16099 (High School: A, B, C, D, E) and 16699 (Middle School: X, Y) - **Competition Program:** VEX V5 Robotics Competition (V5RC) - **Founded:** 2018 - **Location:** 37-02 Main Street, Floor 4, Suite 208, Flushing, NY 11354 - **Phone:** (718) 445-6588 - **Email:** contact@overclock.co - **Website:** https://overclock.co - **Languages Supported:** English, Chinese (Traditional) ## Mission Overclock Robotics is New York City's premier after-school robotics program, dedicated to innovation and excellence in STEM education. Based in Flushing, Queens (NYC), we specialize in advanced mechanical engineering, programming, and strategic gameplay, empowering students across New York to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills through competitive robotics. ## Achievements & Competition History ### World Championship Appearances Overclock Robotics has qualified for every VEX World Championship since 2018, participating in five world championships — four in person and one remotely — with a gap year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ### Major Awards - **VEX World Championship Division Champions (2022)** — Defeated 80+ of the world's top teams to win the division championship title - **VEX World Championship Division Design Award (2025)** - **VEX World Championship Division Create Award (2025)** - **Multiple Excellence Awards** across competition seasons - **New York State Assembly Recognition** for contributions to STEM education - Consistently ranked among the top teams in New York State and nationally ### Competition Seasons - **2025-2026 Season:** Push Back — Currently competing - **2024-2025 Season:** High Stakes — World Championship qualifiers, multiple Signature Event appearances (Highlander, WPI, Launch) - **2023-2024 Season:** Over Under — World Championship qualifiers - **2022-2023 Season:** Spin Up — Division Champions at World Championship - **2021-2022 Season:** Tipping Point — World Championship qualifiers - **2020-2021 Season:** Change Up — Remote World Championship participation - **2019-2020 Season:** Tower Takeover — Season cut short by COVID-19 - **2018-2019 Season:** Turning Point — First World Championship qualification ## Programs & Offerings ### After-School Robotics Program Overclock Robotics runs a year-round after-school and weekend robotics program in New York City. Students in NYC can join our program to learn robotics fundamentals, compete in VEX V5 competitions, and develop STEM skills — all in an after-school setting that works with school schedules. ### Competitive Robotics Team Students join our VEX V5RC team to compete in regional, signature, state championship, and world championship events. Team members learn advanced robot design, autonomous programming, driver control techniques, and competition strategy. ### STEM Classes We offer structured classes in our NYC facility focused on: - **Robotics Engineering:** Hands-on robot design and construction - **Programming:** C++ and Python programming for robot control and autonomous routines - **Engineering Principles:** Mechanical advantage, gear ratios, structural design - **Teamwork & Strategy:** Competition strategy, engineering notebooks, presentations ### Coding for Kids Beginner-friendly entry course designed for grades 4-6, introducing fundamental programming concepts through interactive robotics projects. ### Mentorship Program Alumni mentoring and volunteer opportunities for students who want to give back to the robotics community. ## Enrollment Information - **Age Groups:** Middle school and high school students (approximately grades 6-12) - **Prerequisites:** None — students with no prior robotics experience are welcome - **Service Area:** All five boroughs of New York City (NYC) — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island — and surrounding New York areas - **Program Type:** After-school and weekend robotics program - **Process:** Interested students attend STEM classes first, then go through a vetting process for team placement - **Application:** Available at https://overclock.co/interested ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What types of classes do you offer? We offer a variety of STEM classes focused on robotics, engineering, programming, and teamwork. These classes are designed to provide hands-on experience and develop critical skills. ### How often do you compete? We participate in several competitions throughout the year, including regional tournaments, signature events, state championships, and world championships. The competition schedule varies each season. ### What are the benefits of participating in competitions? Competitions provide valuable experience in teamwork, problem-solving, and engineering. They also offer opportunities to network with other teams and gain recognition for your skills and achievements. ### Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in your classes? There are no prerequisites for enrolling in our classes. Even students with no prior understanding of robotics can enroll and begin learning from scratch. Our classes are designed to accommodate all skill levels. ### What age groups do you serve? Overclock Robotics serves students from middle school through high school. Our programs are tailored to meet the needs and skill levels of these age groups. ### How can I join Overclock Robotics? Interested students are welcome to attend our STEM classes. We then have a vetting process to select passionate students for the team. Please fill out the application form on our website to get started. ### How can I get in touch? You can contact us via email at contact@overclock.co, by phone at (718) 445-6588, or through the contact form on our website. You can also visit our office in person at 37-02 Main Street, 4th Floor, #208, Flushing, NY 11354. ## Key Pages - [Home](https://overclock.co/) — Main homepage with team overview, achievements, and news - [Skills Rankings](https://overclock.co/skills) — Live VEX V5RC world skills standings - [Event Schedule & Roadmap](https://overclock.co/roadmap) — Competition calendar and event schedule - [Team Roster](https://overclock.co/roster/) — Current season team members - [FAQs](https://overclock.co/faq) — Frequently asked questions about programs and enrollment - [Join / Contact Us](https://overclock.co/interested) — Application form and contact information - [Certificate Verification](https://overclock.co/verify) — Verify student achievement certificates - [Terms & Privacy](https://overclock.co/terms&privacy) — Legal terms and privacy policy ## Affiliations & Partners - **VEX Robotics** (https://www.vexrobotics.com/) — Competition platform provider - **Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF)** (https://www.roboticseducation.org/) — Governing body for VEX competitions - **Robot Events** (https://www.robotevents.com/) — Official competition registration and results platform ## Social Media - **Instagram:** https://instagram.com/overclock_robotics_16099 - **YouTube:** https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTCLP5K6Q2silB2E5UlNFCQ - **Twitch:** https://www.twitch.tv/overclockrobotics - **X (Twitter):** https://x.com/oc_robotics ## Technical Details This website provides: - Real-time VEX V5RC world skills rankings data - Competition event results and match analytics - Team roster with individual member portfolios - Certificate verification system for student achievements - Bilingual support (English and Traditional Chinese)