Part of Club Coders

Design it. Build it.
Code it. Race it.

CarCoders is where you can take apart, rebuild, code and race real RC machines. Program gyros, tune ESCs, configure electronics — or just pick up a controller and have fun. Your call.

Ages 8–16
Welcome
RC
Real machines, real engineering
FPV
Onboard camera racing

Mechanical engineering meets code

CarCoders puts real RC cars in your hands — These are not your parents old toy cars. These are proper machines with programmable electronics, gyros, tuneable suspension, and real performance. You'll strip them down to the chassis, learn how every component works, rebuild them, and then code the electronics that control how they drive.

It's mechanical engineering, electronics, coding and problem-solving all in one. And when you've built it and tuned it, you get to race it. If you'd rather just grab a controller and drive, that's absolutely fine too — everyone's welcome.

  • Take apart and rebuild real RC car hardware
  • Program gyros, ESCs and onboard electronics
  • Add FPV cameras for immersive first-person racing
  • Learn mechanical engineering and electronics hands-on
  • Casual racing always welcome — no experience needed

Build, tune, code — then race

There's something for everyone at CarCoders, whether you want to get deep into the engineering or just want to race.

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Take Apart & Rebuild

Take RC cars apart piece by piece — suspension, drivetrain, steering, differentials. Understand how every component works, then put it all back together.

Electronics & Wiring

Learn how ESCs, receivers, servos and battery systems connect. Solder, wire, and configure the electrical systems that bring the car to life.

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Program & Configure

Program gyro settings, tune ESC parameters, configure throttle curves and braking. The software side of making a car handle exactly how you want it.

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FPV Camera Setup

Mount and wire FPV cameras to see from the driver's seat. Links directly with DroneCoders skills — same video systems, different vehicle.

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Tuning & Setup

Adjust suspension geometry, gear ratios, tyre compounds and weight distribution. The mechanical tuning that turns a car from okay to competitive.

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Racing

Put everything to the test on race day. Timed laps, head-to-head racing, team challenges — or just casual laps with a controller. All welcome.

The tech that makes it go

Modern RC cars are packed with technology. At CarCoders, you'll get hands-on with all of it — the mechanical, the electrical and the software.

Every component is something to learn from. Stripping a car down isn't just maintenance — it's an engineering lesson in miniature.

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ESCs (Electronic Speed Controllers)

The brains of the drivetrain. Program throttle response, braking force, drag brake percentage and thermal protection.

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Gyroscopes

Onboard gyros detect rotation and adjust steering to keep the car stable. Learn to program sensitivity, gain and dead zones.

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Battery & Power Systems

LiPo battery management, voltage monitoring, safe charging and discharge rates. The power behind every lap.

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Radio & Receivers

Transmitters, receivers, channel mixing and failsafes. Understand the radio link between your controller and the car.

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FPV Video Systems

Camera, video transmitter, antennas and goggles. The same tech as DroneCoders, mounted on four wheels instead of four props.

When & where

We run regular sessions on Sundays at the Bromsgrove All Saint's Church Hall. Each session is one hour with occasional 2.5-hour special masterclasses for those who want to learn and do more. Masterclasses are designed to inspire learners to consider a career in STEAM fields. Sessions begin from 1:30 PM – but be sure to check the booking page for the exact time of each session.

All equipment is provided. Simply book, turn up, get stuck in, and have fun.

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Regular Sundays

2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of each month with different ability sessions from 1:30 PM (please check the booking page for the exact time of each session)

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Bromsgrove

Most sessions are held at Bromsgrove All Saint's Church Hall, Bromsgrove. We also operate across multiple locations in Worcestershire and nationally for STEAM MasterClass Outreach.

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1-Hour Sessions

Standard sessions are 1 hour. Masterclass sessions are 2.5 hrs.

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All Equipment Provided

RC cars, tools, electronics, controllers, FPV gear — everything you need is included.

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Pricing

£12 drop-in · £40 for 4 sessions · £72 for 8 sessions. Sibling discount available.

Explore our other ClubCoders clubs

CarCoders is one of three Club Coders clubs. Try them all — they're designed to complement each other.

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RobotCoders

Build and program robots using Lego Mindstorms, Arduino, micro:bit and more. From block-coding beginners to intelligent systems.

Visit RobotCoders
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DroneCoders

Build, fly and code FPV micro and mini-drones. Indoor flying, flight dynamics, and the tech behind modern drones.

Visit DroneCoders

Ready to get started?

Browse upcoming sessions and book your place below. Drop-in or block bookings available.

Get in touch.

Get in touch to find out more, book a place, or ask any questions. No experience needed — whether you want to engineer or just race, you're welcome.

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Location
Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
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