Announcing The 2026 Chess Camp of the Rockies!
Colorado Springs
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, July 20th – Friday, July 24th, 2026
Venue:
The Vanguard School (Upper High School Brick Building) -
1605 South Corona, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Sample Daily Schedule
| Time Slot | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Optional Early Drop-off (Supervised free time). |
| 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Arrival, Settle In, and Tactics Training Packets. |
| 9:15 AM – 9:45 AM | Lesson #1 (Separate skill groups). |
| 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM | Competitive Play and Game Analysis. |
| 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Lesson #2 (Separate skill groups). |
| 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Active Chess Fun! We combine groups for high-energy, chess-themed activities that get the kids moving. |
This camp will feature a world-class chess curriculum
created specifically for all 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. Perfect for kids wanting to build their foundational skills and take their game to the next level!
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! Perfect for those who want to perform well at tournaments!
Calling all young chess enthusiasts! Join Summit School of Chess for our extraordinary Summer Chess Camps 2026 in Colorado Springs. We’ve designed a unique and engaging program for kids’ chess instruction in Colorado Springs, 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 Colorado Springs with a deeper understanding of chess strategy and tactics – and fantastic memories, too! Enrollment is limited to 60 students per camp, managed National Master Jesse Cohen, led by chess expert Daniel Avery and top coach Journay Clinch!
The BEST Summer You Could Hope For!
Meet Our Staff
Jesse Cohen
National Master
Daniel Avery
Expert
Journay Clinch
Fun & Learn @ Summit School of Chess
