Chess Camps

Because this is our 36th year of offering camps, our counselors are among the most experienced chess teachers found anywhere.  We coordinate daily activities and instruction to expand the students' chess skills.  Chess is known to teach logic, problem solving, analysis techniques, and will improve study habits.  These skills will carry over to school and career.  But the main reason kids come back is. . . We have fun!!

Fees:  -  Any single day $79.00 ($55.00 for Chess Center Members) -  Five day camps  $395.00 ($275.00 for Chess Center Members) Walk-in campers and any attendees without advance notice or registration are subject to a late registration fee of $15.

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Camps are available to kids age 5-14 years.  All skill levels from beginner to advanced are encouraged to come. Beginners who arrive without any knowledge of the game will become proficient players from their camp experience; advanced players will benefit from sharing classes and experiences with some of the top youth and scholastic players in the US.

Advanced camp is open to students through age 17, and since rated games are an important part of advanced camp, USCF membership is required.

Rochester Chess Center is adjacent to Cobbs Hill Park, where the daily outings are held.
Seasonal activities, such as frisbee, soccer and hiking are planned so come prepared for some outdoor action!
We allow for early drop off (after 8:30am) and/or late pick up (until 4:30pm) at no extra cost.
Earlier drop-offs may be permitted for an extra fee but must be pre-arranged. 
Later pick-ups (after 4:30) may be subject to additional fees and must also be pre-arranged.

Typical Day:

9:00am - 10:00am Chess Play or Computer Play

    

10:00am - 12:00n Chess Instruction

12:00n - 1:00pm   Lunch and Chess Play or Video
 
1:00pm - 2:30pm     Outdoor Activities at Cobbs Hill Park (weather permitting)
 

2:30pm - 4:00pm Blitz, Kriegspiel or Bughouse fun

Campers may attend single days.             

Call the Chess Center at (585) 442-2430 to register and mail your deposit to:
Rochester Chess Center
221 Norris Drive
Rochester, NY 14610
or e-mail us at chesscenter@rochester.rr.com