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'24 Summer Chess Camp Registration Open

Summer Chess Camp

Thank you to our sponsor:

Every master was once a beginner...

Chess summer camps are the perfect way to:

 

  • Introduce Chess to New Students
  • Deepen Understanding for Established Players
  • Provide Intensive Instruction for Aspiring Chess Masters

Players age 6-14 and of all skill levels are welcome. Players will be divided into groups by skill level. Participants with no previous chess knowledge are welcome.

 

Chess is a game where problem solving through creative solutions is at the heart. We use mini games, worksheets, and activities to teach fundamentals as well as allow them time to play full games. Groups of all skill level will be taught with an emphasis on how to create a plan and make moves with a purpose.

 

Brand new players will learn how to play and the basic fundamentals of being a club player.

 

Beginners will become familiar with the phases of the game, basic strategic ideas,  beginner tactics, and how to record their games. 

 

Intermediate players will be taught tournament preparation, etiquette, advanced fundamentals, complex calculation, and strategic planning in all phases of the game. 

 

Advanced students will work in a small groups together. They will play tournament style games and learn how to analyze their play. Additionally they will study advanced endgames, opening theory, and middle game strategies. 

 

Instructors provide daily lessons, puzzles, and play to help guide students through each session. 

$329 per student

Camp Schedule

8:30 - 9:00am - Ice Breaker Activity

9:00 - 10:00am - Chess Lesson #1

 

9:30am - Snack

10:00 - 10:45am - Outdoor Play

10:45 - 12:00pm - Chess Lesson #2

 

12:00 - 12:30pm - Lunch

12:30 - 1:15pm - Outdoor Play

1:15 – 2:00pm - Chess Movie time

 

2:00 - 3:30pm - Afternoon Tournament

2:30pm - Snack

3:30 - 4:00pm - Free Play

 

4:00 - 4:15pm - Departure

8:30 - 9:00am

9:00 - 10:00am

 

 

9:30am

10:00 - 10:45am

10:45 - 12:00pm

 

 

12:00 - 12:30pm

12:30 - 1:15pm

1:15 – 2:00pm

 

2:00 - 3:30pm

2:30pm

3:30 - 4:00pm

 

4:00 - 4:15pm

Arrival, Ice Breaker Activity

Chess Lesson #1 and Play

(current chess events, chess history, opening traps)

 

Snack (provided by Chess Camp)

Outdoor Play (outdoor on playground)

Chess Lesson #2  and Play

(middle game theory, end games, tournament rules and strategies)

 

Lunch

Outdoor Play (outdoor on playground)

Chess Movie/Relaxation time (Calm down from outdoor play)

 

Afternoon Tournament (Blitz, Bughouse, Regular, etc)

Snack (Provided by Chess Camp)

Free Play

 

Departure

Dates and Locations

  • June 17th - June 21st
  • June 24th - June 28th
  • July 8th - July 12th
  • July 15th - July 19th
  • July 22nd - July 26th
  • July 29th - Aug 2nd
  • Aug 12th - Aug 16th
  • Bergman Academy (Des Moines, IA)
  • Prairie Trail Elementary (Ankeny, IA)
  • Valley Community Center (WDM, IA)
  • Gilbert Interm. School (Gilbert/Ames, IA)
  • Valley Community Center (WDM, IA)
  • Ridge Point Pavillion (Waukee, IA)
  • Fox Creek Pavillion (Waukee, IA)
  • June 17th - June 21st, 2024
    Bergman Academy, Des Moines, IA
  • June 24th - June 28th, 2024
    Prairie Trail Elem. (Ankeny, IA)
  • July 8th-July 13th, 2024
    Valley Community Center (WDM, IA)
  • July 15th - July 19th, 2024
    Gilbert Intermediate (Gilbert, IA)
  • July 22nd - July 26th, 2024
    Valley Community Center (WDM)
  • July 29th - Aug 2nd, 2024
    Ridge Point Pavillion (Waukee, IA)
  • Aug 12th - Aug 16th, 2024
    Fox Creek Pavillion (Waukee, IA)

Instructors

Led by

Coach Jim Freerksen

Top US Chess Rating: 1854

Top FIDE Rating: 1885

The Summer Camps are led by Coach Jim Freerksen, a professional chess coach since 2015 with extensive experience in playing chess as well. He has coached Iowa state champions and focuses on bringing joy to his students and igniting their passion for chess. Apart from teaching chess, Coach Jim incorporates character building in his lessons, emphasizing qualities like persistence, effort, and a positive attitude as students learn and grow in the game.

Drop off and Pick up

Please do not drop students off early for camps as there will not be adequate supervision. Please pick up your student at the designated camp location, at the appropriate time. If you are going to be more than five minutes late, please notify the instructor. You will be charged an additional $10 per 15 minutes past the five-minute grace period. Late pick-up fees are due at the time of pick-up.

Contact info: Coach Jim (515) 776-0261 or Jim@dsmchess.com

Lunch and Snacks

You are responsible for sending a sack lunch. Two healthy snacks will be provided. Eating utensils, refrigerators, and microwaves will NOT be provided.

Refunds

Cancelations will be issued a full refund, less a $30 cancellation fee per student.

 

Beginning, May 1st, 2024, no refunds will be issued for cancellations less than three weeks prior to a camp session, unless the cancellation is for a documented medical reason, accompanied by a doctor’s note.

Call

(515) 776-0261

Email

td@allaccesschess.com

Find

Des Moines, IA

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