Summer Camps
Early Bird Sales End on June 1st for Summer Camps
Stay one step ahead and reserve your spot for one of our camp weeks!
Camp Levels
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New to Chess
Our Introduction Chess Camp is designed for players who are new to the game. The camp focuses on teaching the fundamental rules and piece movements, as well as checkmate, castling, and basic principles.
Offered for summer camps only.
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Fundamentals
US Chess Rating: 100-499
Our Fundamentals Chess Camp is designed for players who already know how to play of the game and are looking to improve their skills. -
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Advanced Camps
US Chess Rating: 500-999
In our Advanced Chess Camp, kids who have participated in tournaments and have a US Chess rating of 500 or higher will further develop their skills with a focus on advanced tactics and strategies. -
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Expert Camps
US Chess Rating: 1000-1499
With our Expert Chess Camp, competitive students who are active in tournaments and have a US Chess Rating of 1000 or more will critically explore theory and fine tune their approach over the board.Offered for summer camps only.
Universal Open
Summer Chess Camp
This camp is sponsored by Universal Chess Tour, and not affiliated with Texas Chess Center.
Camp Policies
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Refund and Registration
Registration must be completed online prior to the start of the camp week. Full camp refunds are available until Thursday at 11:59 p.m. before the camp week. We reserve the right to dismiss students from camp due to repeated disruptive behavior, and in such cases, refunds will not be issued.
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Snack Time
We will have a designated snack period in the middle of the camp sessions for students to enjoy their snacks; we will provide one snack per three-hour camp session. Please inform us during registration if your child has any allergies. Students must eat snacks in a designated snack area— snacks must not be consumed during class or Open Play.