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Education
- 928 Tulip Poplar Ln Hoover AL 35244
- (205) 440-2613
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- https://overthemountain.youngengineers.org/
Hours:
Hours based on scheduled workshops/events. Contact us or visit our website for details.
About Us
Welcome to Young Engineers Over the Mountain! We ignite innovation across generations.
I'm Nat Alkire, Owner/Licensee, engineer (EE/MBA, 13+ yrs), and local parent. I founded Young Engineers OTM to bring exceptional, fun STEM learning to our community, offering programs that truly inspire.
We use the internationally acclaimed Young Engineers curriculum, recognized by Harvard's Grad School of Education. Through hands-on building with specialized bricks, robotics (like Algobrix®), and innovative kits, we make engineering, mechanics, and coding exciting and accessible.
Our Programs:
Kids & Teens:
LEGO®: Big Builders (4-6), Bricks Challenge (6-10), Galileo Technic (10-12+).
Tech: AlgoPlay (coding/mechanics, 6-10), RoboToys (robotics/coding, 9-12).
Inclusive: Build Up (Grades 2-5) supports children on the autism spectrum & with diverse needs.
Adults: PRO Program for dynamic corporate team-building (120 min).
Seniors: Golden Age engages seniors (assisted/independent living, memory care) with STEM activities for cognitive health.
Birthdays: Unforgettable STEM parties (Ages 6-10) with 2 hours of building fun.
Our Mission: Build confidence, critical thinking, and essential skills in learners of all ages/abilities through quality STEM experiences.
Serving: Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Homewood, Mountain Brook, Indian Springs, Meadowbrook, Highland Lakes, Eagle Point, Shoal Creek, & surrounding Birmingham areas.
Explore, build, innovate!
Email: overthemountain@youngengineers.org
Website: https://overthemountain.youngengineers.org
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Highlights
- Hands-on STEM & Engineering: Fun LEGO®, robotics & coding workshops for kids & teens (Ages 4+).Builds critical thinking!
- Specialized Tech Adventures: Explore coding with AlgoPlay (6-10) or build advanced robots with RoboToys (9-12).
- Inclusive STEM Learning: Build Up program supports kids (Grades 2-5) on the autism spectrum & with diverse needs.
- STEM for Seniors: Promoting cognitive health & social interaction with fun building activities in senior living.
- Corporate Team-Building: Boost collaboration & innovation with unique, hands-on engineering challenges for your team.
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Rep/Contact Info

Nattakarn Alkire
Nat Alkire (Owner/Director, Young Engineers OTM) blends 13+ yrs engineering expertise (EE/MBA) & parent passion. She founded Young Engineers OTM to bring inspiring, hands-on STEM education to our community, moving beyond traditional methods.
Using the acclaimed Young Engineers curriculum (recognized by Harvard's Grad School of Ed), Nat employs LEGO®, robotics (incl. Algobrix®) & creative challenges. These make engineering & tech concepts fun and accessible for all ages, from kids starting out to corporate teams enhancing collaboration.
Mission: Spark curiosity, build critical thinking & problem-solving skills, and ignite a lifelong STEM love in a supportive space. Nat is dedicated to building confidence and empowering future innovators across the Birmingham area (Hoover, Vestavia, Homewood, etc.).
Nattakarn Alkire
Business Owner and Licensee
- Phone: (205) 440-2613
- Send an Email
- 928 Tulip Poplar Ln Hoover AL 35244