Open to all skill levels, ChessKiddo Summer Camps offer tournament games, interactive lessons, group analysis, and personalized coaching. Children will be grouped into small teams tailored to their age and skill level to ensure a fun and effective learning experience!
ChessKiddo Chess League
Jefferson Plaza,
Princeton, NJ 08540
(Near Raymond Road and the Princeton Racket Tennis Club)
Campers are to bring a packed lunch each day.
Camp Week #1: June 29-July 2, 2026
Camp Week #2: July 20-24, 2026
Camp Week #3: August 03-August 07, 2026
2026 Chesskiddo Summer Camp and Rated Chess Games: (G/25; +5)
Chess Program Camp Schedule:
Morning Camp
Drop-off: 9:00 AM
Pick-up: 12:00 PM
Afternoon Camp
Drop-off: 12:30 PM
Pick-up: 3:15 PM
Pick-up window: 3:15 PM- 3:30 PM
Full-Day Camp
Drop-off: 9:00 AM
Pick-up: 3:15 PM
Pick-up window: 3:15 PM- 3:30 PM
The Chesskiddo Chess League offers in-person summer chess camps providing some of the highest-level training for children and teens in Princeton, NJ. Chesskiddo welcomes chess kiddos of all skill levels, K-12. There will be lectures, rated chess games, game analysis, puzzles, one-on-one insights from the coaches, and raffles. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, this camp will nurture your growth and passion for the game.
2026 Camp Dates
Morning and Afternoon Sessions:
In the morning, your child will engage in friendly chess games with a chess clock and notation, solve puzzles, and analyze games to sharpen their abilities. It’s not just about chess; they’ll also build friendships and enjoy team-building activities with like-minded peers.
Morning Session’:
Lectures and Game Analysis by Chess Masters
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM: Lecture (Opening/Tactics/Strategy)
10:15 AM – 10:30 AM: Snack Break
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM: Playing a Game (G/25; +5)
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM: Game Analysis and Free Play
12:00 PM: Departure for AM Students
Afternoon Sessions: Lectures and Game Analysis by Chess Masters
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lecture (Opening/Tactics/Strategy)
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM: Snack Break
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM: Playing a Game (G/25; +5)
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM: Game Analysis and Free Play
3:15PM-3:30 PM: Departure for All Students
Early Bird Rates:
Full Week Whole Day: 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM ($500 until April 10; thereafter, $550)
Week Half-Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ($315 until April 10; thereafter, $365)
Single Half-Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or 12:30 PM- 3:15 PM ($80)
Single Full-Day: 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM ($115)
Note: Camp Week 1 includes only four camp days. Tuition is adjusted to match.
Location:
At Jefferson Plaza, Princeton, NJ 08540
Registration:
• Google’s Form:https://forms.gle/