STEM, Coding, 3D Printing & Robotics Classes for Kids and Adults in Chicago and Beyond

Kids and teens explore coding & robotics, create with 3D printing, build gliders in aerospace engineering, and dive into hands-on STEM workshops. Parents trust us for our proven programs. Read what parents and partner schools & organizations say in our testimonials. Then learn about our founder and see our service area.

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See Our Hands-On Coding & Robotics Classes in Action

Brain Busters provides hands-on STEM education, coding, robotics, and 3D printing programs for kids and adults. This video highlights our project-based classes, summer camps, and community programs in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Our mission is to inspire curiosity and prepare learners for real-world careers in science and engineering.

Coding and Robotics Programs

Brain Busters offers coding and robotics classes that introduce learners to computational thinking, engineering design, and logical problem-solving. Our programs serve kids as young as four, middle and high school students, and adults interested in building foundational or advanced technical skills.

Students work with real robotics platforms, age-appropriate programming languages, and hands-on challenges that encourage creativity and teamwork. Our coding and robotics classes are available in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nationwide through partner locations and workshops.

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Finished 3D printed projects created during a Brain Busters 3D printing class

3D Printing & Design Classes

Our 3D printing and design classes teach students how to turn ideas into physical creations. Learners explore 3D modeling, digital design, and rapid prototyping using industry-standard tools and printers.

From toy design to functional engineering projects, students develop spatial reasoning, creativity, and technical confidence. These classes are ideal for kids, teens, and adults looking to explore design thinking, engineering, and modern manufacturing techniques.

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STEM Workshops for Schools and Communities

Brain Busters delivers mobile STEM workshops that can be brought directly to schools, community centers, religious institutions, and events across Chicago, the suburbs, and anywhere in the USA. Our workshops are fully equipped with curriculum, materials, and expert instructors.

We offer one-day workshops, multi-week programs, and large-scale events focused on robotics, coding, engineering challenges, and STEM exploration. Each workshop is customized to the age group, learning goals, and community needs.

Student building a human-height pinball game as part of a Brain Busters engineering project
Student building a rubber band powered car during a Brain Busters engineering class
Student holding a scissor linkage they built during a Brain Busters engineering class
Tower built by students being tested on an earthquake simulator during a STEM workshop
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Why Families & Schools Choose Brain Busters?

Trusted by parents, schools, and community organizations

Students testing a pulley they built during a STEM summer camp
Students building a claw attachment for their robot during a robotics class
Young students smiling while building a house for their Mars rover during a STEM summer camp
High school students coding and testing a robot during a Brain Busters robotics class

“I had an amazing time in your class. It was the spark of curiosity which led me into coding, and now to help others do so as well.”

— Yahya, Robotics Student

After Brain Busters, Yahya went on to take AP Computer Science classes in high school and became the co-founder of his school’s Engineering Club.

“I feel so proud seeing my children do something meaningful, especially my boys.”

— Parent, Chicago

All three of this parent’s children started with Brain Busters’ STEM Summer Camp in Glendale Heights and continued their learning by taking coding classes with Brain Busters.

“My daughter really enjoyed this robotics class. It was engaging and the instructors are phenomenal. I would definitely recommend to anyone whose kids may be interested in robotics.”

— Neelum

Neelum and her daughter used to drive over 60 miles to attend Brain Busters’ coding and robotics classes in Glendale Heights.

Our daughter loves going to your class. She wakes up every day and says, “Mama, I need to go to class!”

— Parent, Glendale Heights

Founder Spotlight

AbdurRehman brings a breadth of knowledge and expertise as an electrical engineer and a licensed teacher (grades 6-12) with endorsements in Math, Technology Education, and STEM & Energy Systems. He works as a full-time educator at one of the best high schools in Illinois, where he teaches dual-credit engineering/robotics classes. At his school, he coaches the robotics team and leads the theology club. He is CPR and First Aid trained. In the past, he worked as a math curriculum developer and an engineer. 

AbdurRehman is passionate about teaching robotics and other STEM subjects and making it accessible to everyone. Brain Busters is an extension of this mission.

Abdurrehman Syed, founder of Brain Busters, standing in the city and smiling

Service Area

Serving Chicago, Suburbs, and Communities Nationwide

We’ve partnered with schools, scout groups, masjids, and non-profit organizations across Chicago and nationwide to deliver engaging STEM workshops and classes.

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Logo of Muslim Association of Greater Rockford , partner organization of Brain Busters
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