Proven Curriculum
More than 70 proprietary STEM programs spanning robotics, AI, coding, engineering, and technology, continuously updated and supported by a structured learning pathway that keeps students engaged for years.
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Empower the next generation through robotics, AI, coding, and engineering while building a scalable business backed by a proven curriculum, recurring memberships, and over a decade of success.
The Zebra Advantage
Ages 6–18.
Structured learning pathway.
Exceptional long‑term student retention.
Built in the classroom. Ready to scale.
Before offering franchises, we spent years refining our curriculum, operations, and student experience in our own innovation labs. Today, every franchisee benefits from proven systems backed by real results.
11+Years In Operation
28+Innovation Labs
50000+Students Taught
70+STEM Programs
230+Competitive Teams
200+Awards Won
19+School Partnerships
That's the foundation you're building on.
The Revenue Mix
Multiple revenue streams.
One proven business.
Zebra Robotics is designed to generate revenue throughout the year by combining recurring memberships with seasonal programs, school partnerships, competitions, and community engagement.
Reach Families Everywhere
Innovation Labs
Your flagship innovation labs, serving students through after-school classes, weekend programs, camps, competitions, and community events.
Virtual
Expand beyond your physical location with live online classes, specialized workshops, and enrichment programs that reach students throughout your territory.
Schools
Build long-term partnerships with public and private schools across your territory through after-school programs, STEM workshops, curriculum enrichment, and educator support.
Revenue Streams
Classes
The foundation of the business — recurring monthly memberships that create predictable recurring revenue while guiding students through a structured learning pathway.
Camps
High-energy camps offered throughout the year during summer, spring, and winter breaks, providing immersive STEM experiences for students in Grades 1–12.
Workshops
Hands-on STEM workshops offered in partnership with schools, communities and organizations — an excellent way to introduce new families to Zebra Robotics.
Competitions
Competition coaching, local STRIPE events, and participation in leading STEM competitions create year-round excitement, strengthening student retention and increasing community visibility.
70+ STEM Programs. Three Ways to Reach Students. Four Revenue Streams. One Proven Business Model.
The Zebra Advantage
Competitions. Year after year of student engagement.
STRIPE
- Science
- Technology
- Robotics
- Innovation
- Programming
- Engineering
STRIPE is our proprietary international STEM competition, giving every Zebra Robotics innovation lab the opportunity to host local events while connecting students from across the broader STEM community—including Zebra Robotics locations, schools, community organizations, and independent teams. By creating meaningful milestones each season, STRIPE strengthens student engagement, drives long-term retention, and helps franchisees build lasting relationships within their local communities.
230+
Competitive Teams
200+
Awards
11+
Years of Competition
The Competition Ecosystem
Our own competition
STRIPE
We also compete in
- First Lego League (FLL)
- World Robot Olympiad (WRO)
- First Tech Challenge (FTC)
- VEX Robotics Competition (VEX)
- ZONE01
Combined with other competition opportunities, STRIPE creates a year-round competition ecosystem that keeps students motivated, encourages long-term participation, and provides franchisees with multiple opportunities to expand programming and grow their business.
Built for Your Success
Why Zebra franchisees
succeed.
We've spent more than a decade building the systems behind our success — so you can focus on building yours.
Technology Platform
An integrated technology platform for enrollment, scheduling, payments, student progress tracking, communications, and reporting — designed to streamline daily operations and deliver an exceptional experience for families from day one.
Comprehensive Support
From site selection through grand opening and beyond, our franchise support team provides ongoing coaching, curriculum updates, and business reviews to help you build a successful, long-term business. You'll also receive professionally developed marketing campaigns, creative assets, digital advertising support, and proven enrollment strategies to help attract and retain students throughout the year.
Protected Territory
Protected territories based on zip/postal codes allow you to grow your business with confidence, without competing against another Zebra Robotics franchise within your designated market.
Owner Spotlight
Three owners.
Three numbers.
One playbook.
Every franchise journey is different. Discover how three owners built successful businesses using the same proven Zebra Robotics playbook.
3 owner storiesSwipe
On girls in STEM
Lavanya
60+
Girls in STEM
Brampton · Franchisee since 2021
I started this centre to close a gap that won't close itself.
- Engineer
- Inclusive
- Neurodivergent-safe
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On 5 years of growth
Amanda
200+
Active Students
Danforth · Franchisee since 2021
Franchising was the shortcut. The community is the reward.
- No technical background
- Community-built
- Established location
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On going international
Naga & Karpakam
7→110+
Students
Ajax · Franchisee since 2023
From rookie team to fourth in the world. Local kids on the international stage.
- Fast-scale
- AI curriculum
- Competition-track
Watch by topic
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Insights
From the field.
Latest insights.
Stories from our franchise network, insights into STEM education, and ideas that help shape the future of learning.
Jun 26, 2026Empowering Girls in STEM: A Franchise Owner’s Journey
Turning Passion into a Purpose-Driven Business The demand for STEM education continues to grow—and with it, the need to make these opportunities more…
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Jun 25, 2026The Growing Demand for Robotics, AI, and Coding Education in the U.S.
Across the United States, schools and families are placing greater emphasis on STEM education to help students prepare for the future. Robotics, AI, and coding…
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Apr 20, 2026Why STEM Education Franchising Is a Smart Investment Right Now
Growing Demand for STEM and Robotics Education STEM education continues to transform how students learn and prepare for the future. Robotics, AI, and coding…
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The Compounding
A business doesn't reset.
It compounds.
Every student, every family, every competition, and every community partnership strengthen your business. As students progress through our structured learning pathways, relationships deepen, referrals grow, and new opportunities emerge — creating momentum that builds year after year.
Year 1 — Build the Foundation
Launch your innovation lab and establish your presence.
Milestones
- Open your innovation lab
- Build your first student community
- Develop relationships with local schools
- Launch camps and recurring classes
- Become known in your neighborhood
Years 2–3 — Build Momentum
Retention becomes your greatest asset.
Milestones
- Students advance through learning pathways
- Returning families increase retention
- Summer camps continue to grow
- School partnerships expand
- STRIPE competitions build excitement and community
- Word-of-mouth referrals accelerate growth
Years 4+ — Build a Lasting Business
A mature business fueled by long-term relationships.
Milestones
- Multiple learning pathways serving students from elementary through high school
- Multiple revenue channels
- Strong local brand recognition
- Established competition ecosystem
- Multi-unit expansion opportunities
The Playbook
Your roadmap to opening day.
Six steps.
One proven playbook.
- 01
Request Information
Tell us about yourself, your market, and your timeline. We'll connect with you within one business day to answer your questions and discuss the next steps.
- 02
Get to Know Each Other
Meet with our franchise team to learn about the business, explore available territories, and determine whether Zebra Robotics is the right fit for you — and whether you're the right fit for Zebra.
- 03
Review the FDD
Receive and review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Speak with existing franchisees, ask questions, and complete your validation process.
- 04
Become a Franchisee
Execute the Franchise Agreement and officially become a Zebra Robotics franchisee. From there, we'll help you secure your location and begin preparing for launch.
- 05
Build, Prepare & Train
We'll guide you through site selection, lease review, lab buildout, hiring, and comprehensive owner and coach training — both in-person and virtually — to prepare you for a successful grand opening.
- 06
Grand Opening
Launch your Zebra Robotics innovation lab with confidence. Our team supports your opening with marketing, community outreach, a local STRIPE competition, and on-site assistance to help you build momentum from day one.
The Partnership
We bring the system.
You bring the energy.
What We Bring
- Proven franchise system
- Protected territory
- 70+ proprietary STEM programs
- Integrated technology platform
- Marketing & enrollment support
- Comprehensive training & coaching
- Continuous curriculum innovation
- A growing franchise network
What You Bring
- A passion for helping young people succeed
- Leadership and people skills
- Commitment to your community
- A customer-first mindset
- A willingness to follow a proven system
- Energy to grow your business
- A long-term commitment
- Pride in representing the Zebra Robotics brand
The Locker Room
The 15 most common questions from discovery calls, answered straight.
Your Next Step
Let's Get to Know Each Other.
Share a few details about yourself and we'll personally reach out to answer your questions, discuss your market, and help you determine whether Zebra Robotics is the right fit.
Start the ConversationWhat makes Zebra Robotics different from other STEM education franchises?
Zebra Robotics offers a comprehensive STEM learning journey centered around robotics, engineering, programming, artificial intelligence, and design. Students can begin as early as age 6 and continue progressing through increasingly advanced programs into high school, creating exceptional long-term student retention. Our proprietary curriculum, international competitions, and project-based learning help students build real-world skills while creating a recurring membership model for franchisees.
Do I need a technical or engineering background to own a Zebra Robotics franchise?
No. Many of our successful franchisees come from business, education, healthcare, finance, and other professional backgrounds. We provide comprehensive training, curriculum, operating systems, and ongoing support so you can focus on building relationships in your community while your coaches deliver the educational experience.
What ages do your programs serve?
Zebra Robotics offers programs for students from approximately 6 to 18 years of age. Our structured learning pathway allows students to advance from foundational robotics and coding through engineering, AI, competitive robotics, and software development, giving families reasons to stay with Zebra Robotics for many years.
What qualities do successful Zebra Robotics franchisees have? Is this business owner-operated or manager-operated?
Our most successful franchisees are passionate about education, community involvement, and building strong teams. While many owners choose to be actively involved during the early stages of their business, Zebra Robotics is designed to evolve into a manager-operated model, allowing opportunities for multi-unit ownership as your team grows.
How much does it cost to open a Zebra Robotics franchise?
The total investment varies based on factors such as your market, facility size, and build-out requirements. In most cases, the estimated investment to open a Zebra Robotics innovation lab, including initial working capital, ranges from $250,000 to $350,000. During our discovery process, we'll review the investment in detail, discuss the factors that influence startup costs, and provide comprehensive information through our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) so you have a clear understanding of the opportunity.
Can I own more than one Zebra Robotics location?
Absolutely. Many franchisees choose to secure multiple territories from the outset through a multi-unit development agreement, allowing them to protect their preferred market while opening innovation labs according to an agreed-upon development schedule. Others prefer to establish their first location and then expand into additional territories as their business grows. Our systems, curriculum, and operational support are designed to support both single-unit and multi-unit ownership, making it easy to scale your business over time.
What territories are currently available?
Zebra Robotics is actively expanding across North America, with current priority markets including Dallas, Austin, Denver, Atlanta, Charlotte, Tampa, Orlando, and Calgary, as well as continued growth throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Greater Vancouver, and the Research Triangle (Raleigh–Durham–Chapel Hill) region. Territory availability changes regularly as new franchise agreements are signed. If you're interested in a particular city or region, we encourage you to contact our franchise development team to discuss current availability and explore opportunities in your preferred market.
Why is now a good time to invest in STEM education?
Demand for STEM education continues to grow as parents, schools, and communities place greater emphasis on preparing students for a technology-driven future. Robotics, coding, engineering, and AI programs help students develop not only technical skills, but also critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. At the same time, technology hubs across North America continue to expand, driving greater interest in high-quality STEM enrichment programs outside the classroom. With more than a decade of experience, 70+ hands-on programs, over 50,000 students served, and a proven franchise model, Zebra Robotics offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to build a business that is aligned with both long-term educational demand and industry growth.
What training and support do franchisees receive?
From site selection to grand opening and beyond, we provide comprehensive support every step of the way. Franchisees receive training on operations, curriculum, staffing, sales, marketing, and technology systems, along with guidance during the innovation lab build-out and opening process. After launch, our team continues to provide ongoing coaching, business reviews, curriculum updates, and operational support to help you build and grow a successful innovation lab. Franchisees also become part of a collaborative network where owners regularly share ideas, best practices, and successes.
Will Zebra Robotics help me select a location and hire staff?
Yes. We assist franchisees throughout the site selection process, including demographic analysis, territory planning, and facility recommendations. We also provide hiring guidance, onboarding resources, and coach training to help you build a strong local team. From lease signing through opening day, our team works closely with you to help ensure a successful launch.
What marketing support is provided?
Franchisees receive professionally developed marketing materials, digital assets, campaign guidance, and ongoing marketing support designed to generate awareness and student enrollments. We also provide resources to help franchisees build relationships with schools, community organizations, and local businesses, creating multiple channels for student recruitment. In addition, franchisees benefit from national brand marketing, proven enrollment strategies, and best practices developed across our growing network.
What revenue opportunities exist beyond weekly classes?
In addition to year-round classes, Zebra Robotics innovation labs can generate revenue through summer camps, school partnerships, workshops, competitions, and seasonal programs. These complementary offerings help maximize facility utilization throughout the year while providing families with multiple ways to engage with Zebra Robotics beyond their weekly classes.
How does Zebra Robotics keep students enrolled year after year?
Our structured learning pathway allows students to progress from beginner robotics and coding through advanced engineering, artificial intelligence, software development, and competitive robotics. Along the way, students are continually challenged with new technologies, hands-on projects, and opportunities to participate in STRIPE and other competitive robotics and coding experiences, creating a rewarding learning journey that can span nearly a decade.
How long does it typically take to open an innovation lab after signing?
The timeline varies depending on factors such as real estate selection, lease negotiations, permitting, and build-out. Throughout the process, our team works closely with you, from site selection through grand opening to help keep your project on track and support a successful launch.
What are the next steps to becoming a Zebra Robotics franchisee?
The journey begins with an introductory conversation where we'll learn about your goals, answer your questions, and discuss whether Zebra Robotics is a good fit for you. From there, we'll guide you through our discovery process, provide our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), and introduce you to our team, business model, and support systems. As you move through the process, you'll also have the opportunity to participate in validation calls with existing Zebra Robotics franchise owners to hear firsthand about their experiences, ask questions, and gain insights into owning and operating a Zebra Robotics innovation lab. Our goal is to ensure you have the information and confidence to make an informed decision.
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