The Summer Your Child Levels Up—On and Off the Board
A week of chess, friendships, and fun that builds focus, confidence, and critical thinking skills that last a lifetime. Ages 5–14. All skill levels welcome.
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More Than a Camp. A Summer That Changes Kids.
Every day at camp is designed to build skills, character, and confidence — wrapped in a week kids will remember forever.
Chess Skills That Stick
Small-group coaching by national masters and trained instructors. Campers leave with real measurable improvement — not just a week of babysitting.
Life Skills That Matter
Focus, patience, planning, and resilience — the mindset tools that make kids stronger students and stronger humans.
Friendships & Confidence
A judgment-free community where being smart is cool. Your child will leave with new friends and a boost of social confidence.
Active & Screen-Free
Games, team challenges, outdoor chess, and movement breaks. No tablets, no video games — just real, hands-on fun.
Daily Tournaments & Prizes
Every camper competes, earns medals, and takes home achievements. The daily dopamine hits that make kids BEG to come back tomorrow.
Safe, Structured, Supervised
Background-checked staff. Low camper-to-coach ratios. Clear schedule, safe drop-off and pickup, and 20 years of operational experience.
Pick the Camp That Fits Your Kid
Every camp pairs chess with something your child already loves.
Classic Chess Camp
· Ages 6–12Full-day chess instruction, tournaments, and tactics training.
Chess + LEGO
· Ages 6–12Half-day chess, half-day LEGO engineering challenges.
Chess + Robotics
· Ages 6–12Build, code, and race robots alongside chess strategy.
Chess + Table Tennis
· Ages 6–12Pro table tennis coaching paired with afternoon chess.
Chess + Sports
· Ages 6–12 · IssaquahMulti-sport training with Skyhawks coaches, plus chess.
Chess + Escape Snapology
· Ages 7–12Team-based LEGO escape room challenges and chess.
Chess + Academic Enrichment
NEW· Grades 1–7 · BellevueEnglish and math with Best in Class, plus chess.
All camps include daily tournaments, medals, and an end-of-week awards ceremony.
Get the Full 2026 Summer Camp Information Packet
Everything you need to decide if Chess4Life Summer Camp is right for your child — no sales call required.
- Detailed weekly schedule + sample day
- Full pricing for all camp types and weeks
- Location list with directions and drop-off info
- What to pack checklist
- Scholarship and sibling discount info
Parents Who've Been There
4.9 average across 2,000+ verified parent reviews
"My son came home every day bursting with stories. He made real friends, learned to lose gracefully, and asked to come back for a second week. Worth every penny."
"Two years ago my daughter barely knew how pieces moved. Chess4Life camp lit a fire — she just won her first rated tournament. The coaching is genuinely world-class."
"We tried three other summer camps. This one is different. No screens, no chaos, just real skill-building wrapped in fun. Our twins both loved it."
"I'm a chess parent myself, and I'm picky. The instruction quality, the structure, the way they handle quieter kids — I've never seen anything like it."
Pick the Camp That Fits Your Child
All prices include materials, medals, and a chess4life camp shirt. Early bird pricing ends May 15.
Half-Day Camp
Ages 5-7 · Perfect for first-time campers
- Morning chess lessons
- Fun puzzles & games
- Snack break included
- Daily awards ceremony
- Medal & certificate
Full-Day Camp
Ages 8-14 · Our most popular option
- Full curriculum + tournaments
- Lessons grouped by skill level
- Supervised lunch break
- Daily tournament + rankings
- Medal, trophy, + level shirt
- Extended care available
Master Track
Ages 10+ · For tournament-ready players
- Small group (max 8 students)
- National master coaching
- Advanced openings + endgames
- Rated tournament play
- Personalized game analysis
- Post-camp improvement plan
If your child isn't happy by end of Day 1, we refund every penny.
Save $50 for each additional child registered from the same family.
Need-based scholarships keep camp accessible. Ask us how to apply.
Still have questions? Let's talk.
Not every family is a fit — and that's okay. Book a 15-minute call with a real admissions advisor (not a sales robot) who can help you figure out:
- ✓ Which camp matches your child's age and skill level
- ✓ Whether your nearest location still has spots
- ✓ Scholarship and payment plan options
Questions Parents Ask Us
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Need Help Registering?
Not sure which camp or week fits best? Our admissions team will walk you through registration step by step — and help you lock in early bird pricing.
Get Help RegisteringOr call us at 1-866-543-4335 — we respond within one business day.
Summer Fills Up Fast.
Don't Let Your Child Miss This Summer.
Early bird pricing ends May 15. Many locations sold out last year by late April. Reserve your spot today.