Los Angeles Odyssey of the Mind

Los Angeles Odyssey of the Mind LA Odyssey is the LA Basin Region of Odyssey of the Mind. Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem

Odyssey of the Mind teaches students to learn creative problem-solving methods while having fun in the process. For more than twenty five years, this unique program has helped teachers generate excitement in their students. By tapping into creativity, and through encouraging imaginative paths to problem-solving, students learn skills that will provide them with the ability to solve problems -- great and small -- for a lifetime. The Odyssey of the Mind teaches students how to think divergently by providing open-ended problems that appeal to a wide range of interests. Students learn how to identify challenges and to think creatively to solve those problems. They are free to express their ideas and suggestions without fear of criticism. The creative problem-solving process rewards thinking "outside of the box." While conventional thinking has an important place in a well-rounded education, students need to learn how to think creatively and productively.

03/29/2026

Congratulations to all the SoCal Odyssey of the Mind Teams!!

Off the Rails Div I Pos Name & Location Number Long Style Spont Total/ Term Pnlty 1 Design39 Campus TM A 6403 Calc: 184.93 41.16 100.00 326.09 San Diego, SCA Raw: 134.99 30.25 69.00 0 2 Westlake Elementary School TM A 5256 Calc: 200.00 43.88 62.32 306.20 Thousand Oaks, SCA Raw: 145.99 32.25 43.00 0....

State Tournament Schedule!
03/23/2026

State Tournament Schedule!

The schedule for the 2026 State tournament has been finalized. We look forward to a great day of creativity and problem solving!

02/21/2026

One week until SoCal Odyssey of the Mind’s first Qualifying Tournament and all the volunteers are hard at work prepping!

Qualifying Tournament schedules are available online!
02/09/2026

Qualifying Tournament schedules are available online!

TOURNAMENT DAY EXPECTATIONS We expect everyone—teams, coaches, and spectators—to show excellent sportsmanship at all SoCal Odyssey of the Mind tournaments and events. Everyone should help keep the tournament running smoothly and on time, so all participants get the attention they deserve from th...

06/22/2025

🚨 Voting for the 2025 Emmy® nominations ends in 24 hours! If you or someone you know is a member of the Television Academy, consider ODYSSEY in the Outstanding Documentary Or Nonfiction Special category!

05/03/2025

SoCal is getting ready for World Finals! Here’s a preview of this year’s problem pins.

How many times have you tried to explain what Odyssey of the Mind is to your friends? Look no further - the Odyssey Doc...
03/26/2025

How many times have you tried to explain what Odyssey of the Mind is to your friends? Look no further - the Odyssey Documentary is now available on Prime Video!

“Team, are you ready?
“Ready for PRIME time!”

We’re thrilled to announce that in the U.S. and Canada, you can now rent or buy ODYSSEY via Prime Video. 🎉 www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DZXDV4TM/

It's almost time to show off your creative problem solving skills!!
03/09/2025

It's almost time to show off your creative problem solving skills!!

The 2025 State tournament schedule is now available,

Congratulations to all the LA Basin Odyssey of the Mind teams that competed in the 2025 tournament on Saturday, February...
02/23/2025

Congratulations to all the LA Basin Odyssey of the Mind teams that competed in the 2025 tournament on Saturday, February 22nd!

Congratulations to all the teams that performed today! Results can be found here

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the ongoing wildfires in Southern California. It’s a challenging time, but we’r...
01/12/2025

Our hearts are with everyone affected by the ongoing wildfires in Southern California. It’s a challenging time, but we’re moved by all the ways our community has come together, and we’re profoundly grateful to the first responders who are working tirelessly to keep us safe.

We know the Odyssey family is always looking to help. If you’re able to make a donation, below are just a few organizations that could use our support.

Stay safe, SoCal!

https://supportlafd.kindful.com/?campaign=1040812
https://give.pasadenahumane.org/give/654134/ #!/donation/checkout
https://donate.wck.org/give/654000
https://greatergood.org/disaster-relief/california-wildfires

Help provide humanitarian and pet aid to those impacted by wildfires in Southern California.

Coaches -- Don't forget to sign up for Spont Day! Registration ends on Friday!
11/21/2024

Coaches -- Don't forget to sign up for Spont Day! Registration ends on Friday!

We are excited to be able to once again offer a Regional Spont Day. Spont Day is an opportunity for teams to practice spontaneous problems. Each team that participates will be assigned a spontaneous problem which they will prepare to facilitate and judge six times. Teams rotate to six different Spon...

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