Summit School of Chess

Chess Camp

of the Rockies

Monday, June 15, 2026 – Friday, June 19, 2026

Monday, July 13, 2026 – Friday, July 17, 2026 

Summit School of Chess offers summer chess camps for students across the Denver Metro area, including Arvada, Westminster, Golden, Lakewood, and Denver. Our camps are designed for kids who enjoy strategic thinking, problem-solving, and intellectual challenges—whether they are beginners or competitive players.

Unlike typical summer camps, our programs are built to develop critical thinking, focus, and mental discipline. Chess is one of the most effective tools for cognitive development, making our camps an excellent choice for families looking for enriching STEM-aligned summer activities.

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Announcing The 2026 Chess Camp of the Rockies!
Golden, Colorado

This unique and fun chess camp is brought to you from the mind of National Master Jesse Cohen and his team amazing team of coaches. Summit School of Chess has trained 34 Students to State Champion Titles and has introduced chess in fun and exciting ways to thousands of children around the Greater Denver Metro areas and the world!

Dates:

Monday, June 15, 2026 - Friday, June 19, 2026

Monday, July 13, 2026 - Friday, July 17, 2026

Venue:

Jefferson County Fairgrounds -
Main Exhibit, Hall 3, 15200 W 6th Ave Frontage Rd, Golden, CO 80401

Sample Daily Schedule

 

Time SlotActivity
9:00-9:15 AMArrival, Settle In, Chess Training Packets
9:15-9:45 AMIcebreaker Game (Group Introductions + fun activity)
9:45-10:45 AMChess Lesson #1
10:45-11:15 AMSnack Break + Physical Activity/Challenge #1
11:15 -12:00 PMChess Lesson #2
12:00-1:00 PMLunch
1:00-2:00 PMChess Lesson #3
2:00-2:30 PMSnack Break + Physical Activity/Challenge #2
2:30-3:30 PMChess Lesson #4
3:30-4:00 PMFree Play/Open Challenges (Coaches supervise)

This camp will feature a world-class chess curriculum
created specifically for each of the three skill levels:

Beginners

Players who are just starting out, or players who know how the pieces move but are still learning all the ins, outs and strategies of the game

Intermediate Players

Players who know how to play an entire game and may have some familiarity with how to checkmate. These players might also know a few tactics and plans but need developing!

Advanced Players

Players who have played in many rated tournaments and are looking for a super-charged, super-challenging camp with expert/master level classes and tutorials

Calling all young chess enthusiasts! Join Summit School of Chess for our extraordinary Summer Chess Camps 2026 in Denver. We’ve designed a unique and engaging program for kids’ chess instruction in Denver, where learning vital chess concepts is as fun as playing the game itself! Games, trivia, and creative activities bring the lessons to life.

 

Your child will leave our chess summer camps in Denver with a deeper understanding of chess strategy and tactics – and fantastic memories, too! Enrollment is limited to 100 students per camp, with one International Master one National Master, Several Elite Trainers and three assistants providing personalized attention!

Meet Our Staff

Jesse Cohen
National Master

James Kranzdorf

Zak Brainard

Michael Mulyar        International Master

 

Maxwell Gulan

 

Fun & Learn @ Summit School of Chess

Full Day

Half Day

9AM-12PM
or
1PM - 4 PM

3-Day

1-Day Drop

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