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Future Stars Summer Camps

CHESS

For ages 6 - 16

Summer 2026 | June 22nd through August 21st

Day Camp (9-4pm)

Weekly Sessions & Extended Hours Available

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Future Stars Chess Camp combines strategy, critical thinking, and fun in an engaging, hands-on environment. Campers develop problem-solving, patience, goal-setting, and sportsmanship skills while enjoying the timeless game of chess.

Expert instructors guide every student with tailored lessons, challenging puzzles, and plenty of gameplay. From introducing beginners to the game to providing intensive training for aspiring chess masters, instruction meets each camper where they are. Each day is designed to sharpen thinking, build confidence, and inspire a love for the game that lasts far beyond camp.

All campers are grouped according to age and ability.

 

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Chess Camp Highlights

  • Master-level chess instructors who genuinely care about each camper's growth and development
  • Air-conditioned classrooms designed for focused chess instruction and gameplay
  • All necessary chess equipment and materials provided
  • Small-group instruction ensuring personalized attention and support
  • Skill-based grouping that challenges players at the right level
  • Daily lessons, tactical puzzles, situational practice, and competitive gameplay
  • Training in board setup, algebraic notation, tactics, strategy, middlegame planning, and endgame techniques
  • Water fun at every location—indoor pools for rec swim or inflatable water slides, slip 'n slides and sprinkler games, depending on your camp
  • Well-maintained fields and gaga pits for recreational play
  • Over 45 years of creating safe, supportive environments where strategic thinking thrives

Coach Credentials That Impress

  • Master-level chess players who maintain active competitive status
  • Instructors who teach chess in schools across New York City
  • Staff trained in age-appropriate chess instruction and positive encouragement
  • Coaches who emphasize both technical skill development and love of the game
  • Mentors who create supportive environments where campers feel confident taking on challenges
  • Dedicated professionals committed to making chess accessible, engaging, and fun for all skill levels
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2026 Dates & Rates

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Think Ahead, Play Smart

Master-level instruction, tactical puzzles, and plenty of gameplay—Future Stars Chess Camp sharpens minds while teaching patience, strategy, and critical thinking. Campers learn algebraic notation, opening principles, endgame techniques, and the kind of strategic planning that helps both on and off the board.

Whether your child is learning the basics or training for tournaments, they leave thinking several moves ahead.