Chess Education Partners: Camps

Welcome to Chess Education Partners, Inc.

"Chess Programs for Children"

Ph: (312) 927-4290 Fax: (773) 281-2682

2008 Camp Schedule

Children are immersed in the magical world of chess during our camps. Campers learn from our chess masters and professional teachers. Their chess knowledge and skill will grow quickly.

June 16-20 2008: Hinsdale Chess Camp, at Katherine Legge Lodge

Ages 6-14. Campers will receive master chess instruction from U.S. Chess Federation and World Chess Federation (FIDE) Masters, all of whom have vast experience in teaching chess to children. Our instructors will lead students through various activities, including tournaments, blitz chess, lectures, bughouse chess, and game analysis. The instructors will cover openings, endgames, tactics, and strategies. Games of the masters and the games of the campers will be analyzed. Campers will be placed in groups according to age and ability level. We will have physical activity, including soccer, everyday. Campers must bring a bag lunch daily. Please indicate t-shirt size and your ability level on the registration form. Camp is from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The camp fee is $300. Family discounts are available. Click here to register

June 23-27, 2008: Chicago Chess Masters Camp, at the Latin School

Ages 6-14. Campers will receive master chess instruction from U.S. Chess Federation and World Chess Federation (FIDE) Masters, all of whom have vast experience in teaching chess to children. Our instructors will lead students through various activities, including tournaments, blitz chess, lectures, bughouse chess, and game analysis. The instructors will cover openings, endgames, tactics, and strategies. Games of the masters and the games of the campers will be analyzed. Campers will be placed in groups according to age and ability level. We will visit the famous Lakefront chess pavilion everyday for blitz and bughouse chess. Campers must bring a bag lunch daily. Please indicate t-shirt size and your ability level on the registration form. Camp is from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The camp fee is $365.

Download a registration form or call (312) 582-6080 for more information.

July 21-25, 2008: Park Ridge Chess Camp

Come have fun with your friends and learn more about chess! This camp will provide engaging and entertaining chess instruction led by Washington School Chess Instructor Bruce Haffner. We will cover all aspects of chess, including openings, middle games, endgames, tactics, strategies, blitz chess, bughouse chess, tournament play and game analysis. Games of the masters and campers will be analyzed. We believe chess introduces important 4th grade math and science skills including analytical thinking and creative problem solving in a format that makes learning fun. Young children, ages 5-13, that are good at chess are usually good students. Campers must bring a bag lunch daily. The camp fee is $250 for the full day camp and $125 for the half-day option (family discounts too!) and includes a t-shirt. Please visit www.ChessTeachers.org to register and call Bruce Haffner with any questions at 847-987-3091 or email us at chessteachers@aol.com.

August 11-15, 2008: Glenview Chess Camp at GPD Park Center.

Come have fun with your friends and learn more about chess! This camp will provide engaging and entertaining chess instruction led by Chess Education Partner's Chess Instructor Bruce Haffner. We will cover all aspects of chess, including openings, middle games, endgames, tactics, strategies, blitz chess, bughouse chess, tournament play and game analysis. Games of the masters and campers will be analyzed. We believe chess introduces important 4th grade math and science skills including analytical thinking and creative problem solving in a format that makes learning fun. Young children, ages 5-13, that are good at chess are usually good students. Campers must bring a bag lunch daily. The camp fee is $350 for the full day camp and $175 for the half-day option (family discounts too!) and includes a t-shirt. Please call the Glenview Park District to register: 847-724-5670. Call Bruce Haffner with any questions at 847-987-3091 or email us at chessteachers@aol.com.