Live, teacher-led classes
FORGET BORING STEAM ONLINE CLASSES
From circuits to coding to interactive AI projects, kids 8-15 create builds they can actually play with — sparking creativity, problem-solving, and lasting skills
AS SEEN ON
OUR HANDS-ON STEAM COURSES & KITS FIT PERFECTLY
AT EVERY STAGE of LEARNING from CURIOSITY and
DISCOVERY to CONFIDENCE and CREATIVITY
SPARK INTEREST AND BUILD FUTURE-READY SKILLS WITH
FUN,
INTERACTIVE
PROJECTS
OUR HANDS-ON STEAM COURSES & KITS FIT PERFECTLY AT EVERY STAGE of LEARNING from CURIOSITY To DISCOVERY to CONFIDENCEand WITH CREATIVITY SPARK INTEREST AND BUILD FUTURE-READY SKILLS WITH
SEE HOW HIWAVE
Turns Kids Into Creators - Not Just Consumers
Program Path
Understand the Courses
Each course lasts 6-10 weeks. The kids start by building an arcade hoop game, then unlock AI, and finish with advanced electronics.
Get Your Child Building
Start with a $9 Intro Class to try it out — or jump straight into the Full Course and begin the journey from day one.
Creativity + problem-solving
All parts are provided
Beginner friendly, ages 8-15
Course 1
Build the Arcade Game
Everything needed to build the base game.
Kids assemble a mini basketball arcade, wire sensors, program the scoreboard, and customize lights & sounds.
- Beginner-friendly electronics & coding
- Complete shipped starter kit
Course 2
Add AI Power
Additional hardware to enable AI features.
Upgrade the arcade with motion tracking, smarter scoring, or voice responses. Guided setup for new AI hardware.
- Intro to computer vision & ML
- Hands‑on AI feature building
Course 3
Advanced AI & Creativity
Builds on Modules 1-2; optional add-ons may be suggested — no new kit required*
Students design custom features, explore advanced AI, and present a one-of-a-kind arcade.
- Personal projects & challenges
- Demo day & highlight video ready
All parts are included in the HiWave Kit. A kit is required to participate in the live classes.
MORE COURSES COMING SOON!
All-In Bundle Save $900+
WHAT'S INCLUDED & BONUSES
Everything listed below is included - all in one accessible price for your child.
Step-by-Step Live Classes (1 hr/week)
Kids learn live with a professional engineer, wiring sensors, programming LEDs, writing logic that mimics how AI “thinks” — sensing, deciding, and reacting
$480
Weekly “Engineer Office Hour” (1 hr/week)
Extra support time for questions, debugging, and deeper exploration of AI and tech concepts.
$250
Catch-up sessions
Missed a session? No worries. They can join a live make-up class and stay on track.
$120
Small-Group Energy (10-20 kids)
Enough teamwork to make it social, small enough for individual help.
$100
Expert Instructor
Taught by a University of Michigan-trained electrical engineer with 15+ years of experience in projects with Apple, Samsung, and Texas Instruments.
$400
Bonuses Included with enrollment
Tripod Setup
Bonus
Tripod included for easy camera placement - gives instructors a clear view during live sessions
and makes it simple for parents to help their kids set up.
Graduation Highlight Video
Bonus
Personalized highlight reel of your child's build journey — ready to share
ALL OF THAT FOR ONE ACCESSIBLE PRICE
EVERYTHING LISTED ABOVE IS INCLUDED FOR YOUR CHILD — NO SEPARATE PAYMENTS OR ADD-ONS.
AI Adventure Program
Everything Included
Hoop kit, 4 live AI classes per month, weekly catch-ups, tripod camera setup, highlight video, small-group coaching, and expert instruction.
All-In Bundle Save $900+
Spots Are Open — Choose Your Class Today!
| Wednesdays | 7-8 PM |
| Saturdays | 10-11 AM |
| Catch-up sessions Fridays | 7-8 PM |
Total Value: $1,350+
Only:
$150/month
+
$125 kit per course*
*One-time kit fee for each 6-10 week course. Each course uses its own kit.
Hands-On, Not Screen-Time
Real building with sensors, code, and creativity — guided live by an expert
Future-Ready Skills
Kids learn the foundations behind robotics, self-driving, and smart devices
Small Groups = Confidence
10-20 kids max so everyone participates and finishes with the group
Parent Spotlight Future-Ready AI
AI is the new literacy - flip your child from user to creator.
Through sensors, algorithms, and feedback loops, kids build the same building blocks behind robotics, self-driving cars, and smart devices — while creating a playable arcade they're proud to demo.
- Hands-on, not just screen-time
- Computer Vision • Algorithms • ML
- Confidence for tomorrow
Sensors Vision / Inputs
Rules Algorithms
Feedback Machine Learning
Parents say it's the most fun way to learn real AI
Give your child the ultimate STEAM adventure
Enroll today for just $120/month
No hidden fees • 100% Fun guaranteed
Weekly live classes
(45-60 min)
Step-by-step guidance & recordings
Quick help between sessions
Highlight video of your child's build
What They'll Learn
- Electronics & sensors basics
- Coding: inputs -> logic -> outputs
- AI concepts (vision, smart scoring)
- Creativity & problem-solving
What the 1st Kit Includes:
- Hoop, ball, build materials
- Microcontroller, sensors, LEDs, buzzer
- Tripod/stand for easy setup
- Everything is pre-soldered and ready for your child to use
Optional Ads-on: Additional parts or kits may be needed for future courses.
GRADUATION HIGHLIGHT VIDEO
Each child gets a personalized highlight video — a short, shareable reel showcasing their journey from first wire to finished arcade, capturing their growth in coding, AI, and engineering.
What's Included:
Edited video of your child's project build
Personalized title page with their name
Encouraging message like "You built this! You're creative, capable, and unstoppable."
Private shareable page so parents can easily show family and friends
It's not just a class — it's a keepsake your child will be proud of
What Sets Us Apart?
Playtime That Builds Real Skills
Every project feels like play — whether it's coding lights, building circuits, or creating interactive AI experiences. Behind the fun, kids are learning problem-solving, creativity, and confidence.
Everything Delivered to You
No shopping lists, no stress. We ship a complete kit with all the parts — hoop, sensors, LEDs, and more — right to your door so your child can start building from class one.
Memories That Last
See an optional highlight video that follows kids from their first build steps to the finished game — complete with badges that mark milestones along the way.
How it works?
1 
Small-group sessions:
Choose your start date and confirm your shipping address.
2 
We Ship the Kit
A complete box arrives at your door—mini hoop, ball, microcontroller, sensors, LEDs, buzzer, wires, build materials, and a phone tripod.
3 
Quick Setup & Check
Before the first class, we guide you through a 5-minute setup: clear table space, plug in the board once, and test Zoom. If anything looks off, we help you fix it.
4 
Weekly Live Build Sessions (45-60 min)
Kids join online and build step-by-step with us: wiring the sensor, coding the scoreboard, adding lights/sounds, and customizing their arcade style. It's fun, paced for beginners, and highly interactive.
5 
Capture the Journey
We ship a tripod as part of the kit. Just set it up before class with a smartphone or tablet, and it will automatically record your child's build sessions. At the end, we edit the clips into a short highlight video of their progress
6 
Arcade Night & Beyond
By week six, your child demos a working hoops game they built. We deliver the highlight video, share bonus challenges (timed mode, decorations, LED effects), and your child keeps the game to play proudly at home.
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
Hi, I'm Ricky - Your STEM Instructor
I'm an engineer with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and Entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan. Over the years, I've contributed to projects involving Apple, Samsung, Texas Instruments, and other leading technology companies.
But what matters most here isn't the corporate work — it's helping kids discover how fun and creative engineering
can be. Too often I see kids glued to phones or stuck in passive online courses. That's why I created HiWave
Kids — where every class is interactive, filled with real projects, playful videos, and milestone badges that
celebrate progress.
When your child joins HiWave Kids, they're not just learning — they're building confidence, curiosity, and the mindset of a problem-solver.
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS
Our AI Arcade Challenge is designed for kids ages 8-15. At this stage, kids have the curiosity and focus to enjoy hands-on building while learning beginner-friendly AI and coding concepts.
No — we ship a complete engineering kit to your door. It includes:
- Microcontroller
- Sensors
- LEDs
- LCD display
- Hoop + ball
- Build materials
- Wires
- Tripod stand
Everything arrives pre-soldered, tested, and ready to plug in and build — no shopping, no prep, no tools needed.
You'll only need:
- A laptop or desktop computer with internet access and Zoom
- A power outlet
- A smartphone/tablet for recording your child's progress — the tripod is included in the kit
No — the Engineering Kit is a one-time fee of $150 for courses 1 and 2. You pay for it before the course starts, and your child uses it for at least the first 6 classes (and beyond).
Yes! The game is a tabletop-sized mini arcade hoop — small enough to fit on a desk or kitchen table, but large and interactive enough for kids to feel excited when they play it.
You can stay enrolled as long as you'd like, and cancel anytime. Each month includes:
- 4 live engineering classes (45-60 min each)
- 4 catch-up sessions
- A personalized highlight video of your child's progress
Most families stay multiple months so their child can continue learning new skills, AI features, and challenges.
We've designed the program so every child succeeds, even beginners. We offer:
- Step-by-step live guidance
- Small-group support
- Weekly catch-up classes
- Office-hour sessions for debugging
If a part is faulty or the setup is tricky, we also schedule one-on-one support at no cost.
Yes. The electronics run on low voltage, and the kit is specifically built for kids ages 8–15. Everything arrives pre-soldered, which eliminates the complicated or risky parts of electronics work.
No experience needed! The course is beginner-friendly, and kids who have never built circuits or coded before can complete the project with confidence.
More advanced learners can add custom features and challenges.
Kids learn real engineering foundations:
- Coding (inputs → logic → outputs)
- How sensors, microcontrollers, and LEDs work
- Intro to AI concepts like vision, smart scoring, and simple algorithms
- Creativity through customization
- Problem-solving and persistence
By the end, they'll have a working arcade game they built themselves and a highlight video showcasing their progress.
Your total cost includes:
One-time Engineering Kit — $150
Used for at least the first 6 classes. Includes all the pre-soldered, kid-ready parts.
Monthly Program — $150/month
Includes:
- 4 live classes
- 4 catch-up sessions
- Highlight video
- Support between classes
No stress — every month includes 4 catch-up sessions so your child can stay on track.
We also provide recordings and quick support for troubleshooting.
We're everything traditional STEM classes aren't:
- Hands-On, not just screen time
- Live, teacher-led sessions, not prerecorded videos
- Real building, not simulations
- A shipped kit so kids can make an actual, playable arcade
- Small groups with real-time guidance
- A highlight video your family will treasure
Kids don't just learn tech — they create something real.
Most kids spend:
- 1 hour in the weekly live class
- Optional extra time decorating or adding features (30–60 minutes, depending on interest)
Minimal. Kids ages 8-15 can follow the instructions independently.
Parents usually only help with the 5-minute setup before the first class, and many enjoy watching their child take the lead.
We replace any defective or non-working part quickly and at no extra cost so your child stays on track.
For the best experience, we recommend one kit per child.
Each child builds their own arcade game and receives their own highlight video.
Right now, the courses are designed for individual families and small group classes online. We may expand to school or group programs in the future.
Absolutely. The program includes step-by-step live instruction, real-time help, and beginner-friendly builds. Even kids with zero experience will complete the arcade and feel proud of what they created.
You're welcome to use your own components, but:
- All soldering and prep must be completed before class
- The kit must match the required component list
- The experience is smoother with the official kit
Yes — you're welcome to use your own parts. However, everything must be fully prepared before the first class, including:
- All components sourced correctly (microcontroller, sensors, LEDs, LCD display, hoop, ball, buzzer, wires, tripod)
- All soldering and assembly completed
- All electronics tested and confirmed working
- Correct wiring materials available
- Your child's workspace set up and ready for building
Our live classes move step-by-step through the build, so any missing or unprepared parts can cause your child to fall behind.
If you choose the "bring your own parts" option, we recommend doing a full setup call with us before the program starts to avoid any hiccups.
Most families prefer using our official kit because it arrives pre-soldered, pre-tested, and ready to plug in, but the choice is completely yours.
No problem at all — we built the program to be flexible. Every month includes:
- 4 weekly catch-up sessions
- Access to class recordings
- Quick support to help your child get back on track
Kids can join any of the catch-up sessions that month to complete the class they missed, so they never fall behind.
When you subscribe, you'll receive an email from us with the available class options. We usually offer multiple choices, such as:
- Wednesdays (7-8 PM)
- Saturdays (10-11 AM)
- Friday catch-up sessions (7-8 PM)
You'll simply reply to that email letting us know which day works best for your child.
You can also switch days later if needed — as long as there's space in the group.
We keep groups small (10-20 kids) to ensure everyone gets hands-on help, so scheduling confirmations are first come, first served.
To give every student the best experience, we do not allow new students to join mid-cycle. Once a group starts, enrollment for that round closes. New students can join the next available cycle, and we'll notify you by email as soon as a new round opens so you can reserve your spot.
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HANDS-ON STEAM GAMES FOR CURIOUS KIDS
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