VEX V5 Robotics Türkiye × İstinye University — Season Opening Tournament

We warmly invite VEX V5 teams to our Season Opening Tournament on 7–8 November 2026 at İstinye University, Vadi Main Campus!

Organized by EduCat Robotics, this two-day event gives teams the opportunity to compete with their Override season robots in team matches and Robot Skills sessions.

Participation and Registration

We are delighted to welcome VEX V5 Robotics Competition teams from Türkiye and abroad. All teams can follow the application steps on this VEX Events page. If you need any assistance, please contact us using the contact details provided on this page.

To give every team a comfortable and enjoyable competition experience, we plan attendance around the capacity of our venue. We organize this as an Invitational event to offer new and experienced teams from different regions fair and balanced opportunities to participate. Applications are therefore reviewed with geographic accessibility, team experience and available capacity considered together.

Submitting an application does not confirm participation. We will let you know the outcome once your application has been reviewed. Please wait for confirmation of your place before finalizing travel and accommodation arrangements.

Event Information

Date: 7–8 November 2026
Venue: İstinye University, Vadi Main Campus
Address: Ayazağa Mah. Azerbaycan Cad. (Vadi İstanbul 4A), Blok No: 3H, Sarıyer / İstanbul, 34396
Capacity: 40 teams
Doors open: 08:00 on both days
Daily finish: 17:00
Time zone: Türkiye local time (UTC+3)

Information for Teams

Please arrive on time for check-in and robot inspection. Bring your robot, batteries, chargers, computers and any spare parts you may need.

Before the event, please review the current season rules and check that your robot meets the competition requirements. The detailed agenda and event updates will be available on this page.

Contact

EduCat Robotics

Have a question or need help? Please contact us for support with team registration, event applications, tournament preparations, or anything you’re unsure about. We’re happy to guide you through the process.

Teams joining us from outside Türkiye are also welcome to get in touch.

Phone: +90 533 357 90 72
WhatsApp: Click here to message us
Email: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming your team!

We wish every team a successful, enjoyable and inspiring tournament!

Venue: İstinye Üniversitesi Vadi Ana Yerleşke
Address: Ayazağa Mah. Azerbaycan Cad. (Vadi İstanbul 4A), Blok No: 3H, Sarıyer, İstanbul, 34396, Türkiye
Dates: November 7 – 8, 2026
Grade Level: All
Skills Challenge: Yes
Judging Format: All In-Person Judging

Registration & Logistics

Event Type: Invitational Tournament
Event Format: Invitational
Field Control: Smart Field Control
Capacity: 40
Spots Open: 4
Event Region: Türkiye
Standard Registration Opens: 29-Sep-2026 12:00 EDT
Registration Deadline: 6-Nov-2026 12:00 EST
Payment Deadline: 6 Kasım 2027
Price: FREE

Agenda

Season Opening Tournament — Tentative Agenda

7–8 November 2026 | İstinye University, Vadi Main Campus

All times are Türkiye local time (UTC+3). The agenda may be adjusted according to match progress and field conditions. Robot Skills attempts will be scheduled to avoid conflicts with teams' match times.

Saturday, 7 November — Check-in, Robot Inspection and Qualification Matches

TimeActivity08:00–09:15Doors open, team check-in, pit setup and robot inspection09:15–09:35Opening remarks and coaches / drivers meeting09:35–10:15Practice matches and final field preparations10:15–12:30Qualification matches — Session 110:15–12:30Robot Skills — Morning session12:30–13:15Lunch break13:15–16:30Qualification matches — Session 213:15–16:15Robot Skills — Afternoon session16:30–17:00End-of-day announcements, Day 2 briefing and closing

Sunday, 8 November — Qualification Matches, Elimination Rounds and Awards

TimeActivity08:00–08:30Doors open, team attendance check and any necessary robot inspections08:30–08:45Daily briefing and field preparations08:45–12:00Qualification matches — Final session08:45–11:30Robot Skills — Final session12:00–12:30Rankings finalized and alliance selection12:30–13:15Lunch break and preparations for elimination matches13:15–15:45Elimination matches and finals15:45–16:15Results verification and preparations for the awards ceremony16:15–16:45Awards ceremony and group photo16:45–17:00Pit cleanup and event closing

Important Reminders

Robot Skills sessions are planned with a separate skills field.
Teams must be ready in the queuing area before their scheduled matches.
Representatives of the relevant teams must be in the announced area during alliance selection.
The agenda will be updated when the number of fields and final match schedule are confirmed.

Judging Format

Judging Format Judging Format — All In-Person Team interviews and engineering notebook judging will take place in person at the venue on 7–8 November. Teams must bring a physical copy of their engineering notebook to submit to the judges. Notebook submission and team interview arrangements will be announced by the organizing team at the start of the event. Team members should be ready to discuss their robot design, development process, challenges and solutions during their interview.

Volunteer

Volunteer Join Our Volunteer Team! We welcome volunteers to the VEX V5 Season Opening Tournament on 7–8 November at İstinye University, Vadi Main Campus! You can help with team welcome, check-in, field preparation, match queuing and event support. Anyone interested in discovering robotics events and sharing the teams' excitement is welcome to apply. The organizing team will assign roles and provide the necessary briefings. To volunteer and learn more, please join our WhatsApp volunteer group . Simply share the days you are available and any previous event experience in the group. Thank you for your support!

Emergency/Bad-Weather Policy

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy Emergency and Bad Weather Policy The safety of participants, volunteers and staff is our priority. In the event of severe weather, travel disruptions, campus closure or another emergency, the schedule may change or the event may be postponed or cancelled. Updates will be posted on this VEX Events page and shared with registered team coaches through the contact channels provided at registration. Please check the event page and your email before travelling. If an emergency occurs during the event, please follow the instructions of the organizing team and campus security. If evacuation is required, use the designated exits and proceed to the assembly area. Emergency exits and access routes must remain clear. Emergency services: 112 Organizer contact: +90 533 357 90 72 Email: info@educat.com.tr

Excellence Award - High School (V5)
Excellence Award - Middle School (V5)
Tournament Champions (V5)
Robot Skills Champion (V5)
Robot Skills 2nd Place (V5)
Tournament Finalists (V5)
Build Award (V5)
Create Award (V5)
Design Award - High School (V5)
Design Award - Middle School (V5)
Energy Award (V5)
Innovate Award (V5)
Inspire Award (V5)
Judges Award (V5)