The BCS summer chess camp returns! Chess instruction will be offered at a minimum of four levels: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Master. The program includes daily instruction and play, plus tournaments, prizes and a T-shirt. New material will be presented during each week of camp.

FULL DAY OPTION: This summer we will again offer an optional all-day program. Mornings will include unstructured play with both outdoor (sports) and indoor (art) options, or casual games for those who just can't get enough chess! Children may be dropped off as early as 8:00 a.m. and should bring their own lunch and snacks. Aftercare will continue until 5:30 p.m.

The camp offers seven 1-week sessions: June 17-21, June 24-28, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29-August 2, and August 5-9. Morning drop off is from 8:00am to 9:00 a.m.; evening pickup is from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. The chess only camp is from 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Tournaments: There will be Bughouse tournaments periodically throughout the summer for summer camp attendees (pizza included), and a Summer Quad open to all.

Master Classes: This year's Master Classes will feature Grandmaster Varuzhan Akobian and Grandmaster Sam Shankland.

Students must be approved by the Berkeley Chess School before enrolling in the Master Class. Students should have a USCF rating of 1200 or higher, or be recommended by their chess instructor.

Each class is limited to 20 students and will be filled according to the date the registration form is received.

Join us for a summer of chess (and more)!

Register here!