Chess Camp 2024

Our chess camp is open to students of all skill levels. From the beginner learning how the pieces move to the advanced tournament player, our instructors will engage your child at their level, challenge them to improve and motivate them to reach the next level.  Most importantly, lessons and activities are designed to foster a love for the game, encourage good social skills and develop great friendships.

summer 2024

This summer, we will be running our camp weekly, Mon-Fri, from 9am-3pm at Smith Street Workshop, 321 Court St.

Camp is offered weekly from July 8 - Aug 23. Single day “drop ins” are also welcome.

Sample daily schedule

9:00 - 9:45: Greeting and warm up play

9:45 - 10:00: Snack

10:00 - 11:30: Daily interactive lesson and activity, structured play

11:30 - 1pm: Lunch, park play, social games, individual coaching opportunities

1:00 - 2:00: Slow/rated tournament match

2:00 - 2:30: Group post-mortem game review

2:30 - 3:00: Open play: casual games, chess variants, coach simul, puzzle contest and much more!

Variations on this daily schedule include in-house tournaments, puzzle contests, chess-related games (like Chess Jeopardy! or Hang Pawn), and some non-chess activities, including other games and regular "energizers" throughout the day that get kids up and moving.