Foundations Chess Camp
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Foundations Chess Camp is designed for students just starting out in chess, or those with limited knowledge beyond the basics. Camp Size Limit: 12.
For:
- Complete beginners
- Students who have only played chess at home
- Students who have not competed in a formal tournament
- Students with limited tournament experience (have played in US Chess in-person tournament but have a rating under 600)
- Children between the ages of 5-12
Instruction
The Chess Foundations camp is taught by Columbia Chess Club coaches, with a class size limited to 12 students. The goal is to learn the rules, basic opening strategy, and beginner tactics and compete in a tournament setting.
Schedule
8:45 - 9:00 Drop Off
9:00 - 12:00 Instruction / Play
12:00 - 12:15 Pick Up
Where
Columbia Chess Club
6169 St. Andrews Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Dates
Monday, June 8, 2026 - Friday, June 12, 2026
Monday, June 22, 2026 - Friday, June 26, 2026
Monday, July 20, 2026 - Friday, July 24, 2026
*Cancellations made 14 days or more before the camp start date are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations within 14 days may receive a 50% refund or full credit for a future camp, subject to availability. No refunds are issued after the camp begins.