Canberra Combat Robotics Group
Bringing Robot Combat events to the nations capital.
New builders and competitors welcome regardless of experience, if your interested in how to get started please get in contact and we are happy to help you out.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
New Builder Info and Build Day Sat 18th April 1pm-4pm
Build Day Sat 2nd May 1pm-4pm
Antweight Tournament Sat 9th May 9am - 5pm
These events will provide information on how to get started building your own bots focusing on 150g Antweight Classes, how the fights and competitions work and other information related to robot combat. In addition the arena will be set up with demo bots available for people to try out and get a taste of what fights are like. If you have your own robot feel free to bring it along and have some casual fights against others.
We are also running a build day at the same time, if you have your own robots bring them along to work on or use the arena to test and have casual fights
These events will be hosted at MB Spares, 14 Lyell St, Fyshwick, ACT. There is parking available out front or on the street and we will have signs to help guide you when you arrive. We just ask people to respect the space that they have graciously allowed us to use.
No RSVP is required for these events, but it would help us to know how many people to expect. You can find the events on our facebook page or discord if you want to mark yourself as interested. You can also contact us at canberracombatrobotics@gmail.com for more info.
Please note anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Media
Feb 2026 Antweight Tournament
What is Canberra Combat Robotics?
We are a group based in the ACT that runs Robot Combat events for the public. Anyone is welcome to participate in our events even if you are brand new to the hobby.
We are starting with running 150g Antweight robots with a view to run Beetleweight robots in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combat Robotics?
Combat robotics is a hobby and sport where participants build and compete with custom-designed, remote-controlled robots that fight each other in arenas, aiming to disable or destroy their opponents through various methods.
Do I need to make my own robot?
Yes, you will need to make your own robot
I have no background in Electronics, Engineering or Programming?
Learning how to build your own robot is not as complex as you might worry and many builders come from no related background. There are many resources out there to help you learn how to build your own bot.
What happens if my bot gets destroyed?
This is all part of the challenge and thrill of robot combat, learning how to fix your bot in a short timeframe between fights is a skill you will develop quickly. We all want to see our fellow competitors get back in the arena for their next fight and will help pitch in to get you back and ready to fight if you need the extra help
Does it cost money to come to an event?
There is a small registration fee per team competing for each event. Spectators are welcome for a gold coin donation.
How do I get started?
If you are new to the hobby we highly recommend coming along to an event as a spectator or reach out to us to so you can see how the bots work in person and we can help point you in the right direction.
Contact Us
About us
Canberra Combat Robotics is run by James Green. He started competing in robot combat in 2019 in Brisbane and over the years has built over 20 bots and competed in over 30 competitions. After moving back to Canberra he wanted to be able to bring the hobby to the ACT by starting this group in 2025.