US Chess Center - Chess Day Camp at Colvin Run camp guide
US Chess Center - Chess Day Camp at Colvin Run
Chess instruction and practice, emphasizing strategy, endgames and sportsmanship.
Rising grades 2–7 or 3–9, depending on week
Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.
2026 eligibility & dates
July 6–10, 2026: grades 2–7, beginner–intermediate. July 13–17: grades 3–9, intermediate–advanced.
Campus
Colvin Run Elementary, Vienna.
2026 informationPrice
$250/week. Care +$75/week.
2026 informationHours & food
9am–3pm; care until 5pm. Bring lunch.
2026 informationMore practical details
Group size
About 1:10 teaching ratio; usually capped at 32.
2026 informationTeaching approach
The provider describes daily individual instruction alongside small-/large-group lessons informed by campers’ games. This is an instructional program, not just free play.
2026 informationSources and last checked
Last checked 2026-09-23.
2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · Published program requirements; see source years
Questions to ask the camp
- 2027 weeks/fees, grade and experience requirements, cancellation terms, allergy arrangements, accommodations and friend requests.