Chess Summer Camp by Shining Knights Chess
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Shining Knights Chess
Knights, captures, action!
Whether you are new to the game, learning to push pawns for the first time, or have played in numerous tournaments, and want to sharpen your skills, come to a Shining Knights Chess Camp! We have trained numerous state champions and national trophy winners. We have trained even more kids to enjoy the game that they can spend hours playing with friends and family. So, whether you want to win games in your living room against your parents or win tournaments in other states, come join us and learn how to play chess or play better chess!
NEW VIRTUAL CHESS CAMPS
All lessons will be delivered by ZOOM. Campers must establish an account with www.chess.com at no charge in order to play each other remotely.
Beginner/Introductory Virtual Chess Camps are to share the basics of piece movement, setting up the board, rules of the game, chess etiquette and simple strategies. This basic information will prepare campers to challenge parents and friends. They will have lots of opportunities to play games with other campers and the instructor.
Intermediate Virtual Chess Camps are designed for children ages 5 to 13 years that are familiar with the basics of piece movement and rules of the game. Geared toward players rated 400-800, although a rating is not necessary. Curriculum will include opening and endgame strategies, piece development, opportunities to play several opponents followed by game analysis.
Advanced Virtual Chess Camps this camp is designed for children ages 5 to 13 years that are ready to advance to in-depth checkmating combinations. Geared toward players with tournament experience rated 800-1200, although tournament experience/rating is not a requirement. Curriculum will include discussion of advanced endgame positions and reviews of Master Games. Lots of opportunity to play several opponents followed by game analysis.