Chess Summer Camp for all ages, Grades K - 12 (Aug 10 - 14)

Mechanics' Institute Chess Camps are a chance for players of all skill levels to make friends, play games, and improve their understanding of chess with the help of our experienced chess instructors. Held in-person at the historic Mechanics' Institute during San Francisco school breaks, campers will get to be part of a 170-year-old chess legacy.

With the help of Chess Club coaches and staff, campers will

• Improve their chess fundamentals by practicing basic checkmate patterns, tactics like forks, pins, and skewers, and looking over games to learn from their mistakes
• Develop social and emotional skills such as critical thinking, navigating social situations, making and following-through on plans, and emotional regulation
• Build friendships through one of the oldest games

Camp structure varies depending on the age and skill of the campers, and typically

• Start at 9:30am and go to 3:30pm daily, with half-day options available
• Full-day campers should pack a lunch, and light snacks will be provided
• Run for a week at a time in Mechanics' Institute Chess Club
• Maintain a 12:1 student-instructor ratio

For more details, visit our chess camp information page