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of the Rockies

Monday, July 20th – Friday, July 24th, 2026

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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 SlotActivity
8:00 AM – 9:00 AMOptional Early Drop-off (Supervised free time).
9:00 AM – 9:15 AMArrival, Settle In, and Tactics Training Packets.
9:15 AM – 9:45 AMLesson #1 (Separate skill groups).
9:45 AM – 10:45 AMCompetitive Play and Game Analysis.
10:45 AM – 11:15 AMLesson #2 (Separate skill groups).
11:15 AM – 12:00 PMActive 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

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 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!

15% OFF IF YOU REGISTER BEFORE JUNE 1ST!!

Meet Our Staff

Jesse Cohen
National Master

Bio

Daniel Avery
Expert

Bio

Journay Clinch

Bio

Fun & Learn @ Summit School of Chess

Half Day

8AM-12PM

  • 219.99 (Early Bird Pricing until June 1st, 2026)
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Meet National Master Jesse Cohen

Founder & Head Coach, Summit School of Chess

As a National Master and the driving force behind the Summit School of Chess, Jesse Cohen has dedicated his career to demystifying the game of chess and using it as a powerful tool for cognitive and personal development. With a professional coaching tenure spanning over 15 years, Jesse has helped hundreds of students across Colorado bridge the gap between casual play and competitive mastery.

Jesse’s teaching philosophy goes beyond the board. He believes that chess is a rigorous mental discipline that fosters critical thinking, patience, and resilience—skills that students carry with them into the classroom and beyond. Whether he is working with absolute beginners or mentoring tournament-bound students, Jesse specializes in personalized instruction that adapts to every child’s unique learning style.

His commitment to scholastic chess has made the Summit School of Chess the premier provider of chess education in the Greater Denver and Colorado Springs areas. Jesse is passionate about cultivating an environment where every student, regardless of skill level, can develop the strategic foresight and confidence needed to succeed

Meet Coach Daniel Avery

We are proud to feature Daniel Avery as a lead coach for this summer’s camp. A fixture in the Colorado Springs chess community for decades, Daniel brings a unique perspective to the board that combines high-level competitive experience with the patience and clarity of a seasoned educator.

Outside of his work with our students, Daniel has served the Colorado Springs community as a long-time teacher in the D20 School District. This dual background is what sets his coaching apart; he doesn’t just teach chess—he teaches students how to learn. Whether he is explaining complex endgame maneuvers or helping a camper build the resilience needed to bounce back from a tough match, Daniel uses his decades of classroom and competitive experience to create a supportive, encouraging environment where every student can find their stride.

Meet Coach Journay Clinch

We are thrilled to welcome Journay Clinch to the Summit School of Chess coaching team for our Summer Chess Camp.

Journay brings a unique, student-centered approach to chess instruction, combining a passion for youth development with a deep understanding of psychological science. Currently pursuing her Master of Psychological Science at UCCS, Journay leverages her extensive background as a Registered Behavior Technician and K-12 educator to foster supportive, engaging, and growth-oriented learning environments.

Her expertise in behavior observation and data-driven instruction allows her to adapt coaching styles to meet the individual needs of every student. We are excited for our campers to benefit from her patience, strategic mindset, and proven commitment to student success.