About This Camp

Charlotte Chess Center offers specialized chess training programs designed for players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced competitors. The center’s flagship Junior Elite Camp is tailored for students rated 1500-1900, featuring instruction from top chess masters including Grandmaster Kayden Troff and National Master Alex Crump. This high-level training camp runs September 2-24 with full-day sessions (8:30am-5:00pm) that include daily rated games, tactical training, instructor lessons

Key Highlights

  • Instruction from Grandmaster Kayden Troff and National Master Alex Crump
  • Junior Elite Camp for rated players (1500-1900) with daily US Chess and FIDE rated games
  • Multiple program levels from beginner to advanced competitive training
  • Small class sizes with personalized attention and 12:1 student-teacher ratio
  • 4.9-star rating from 72 reviews – nationally award-winning facility

Special Features

  • Led by Grandmasters and National Masters
  • Professionally designed curriculum
  • Serves all skill levels from beginner to master
  • Nationally award-winning chess center
  • Small class sizes (approximately 12 students per instructor)
  • 12:1 student-teacher ratio
  • US Chess and FIDE rated games
  • Custom leaderboard progress tracking
  • ChessKid partnership for online practice
  • Multiple locations in Charlotte Metro Area
  • Elite Chess Team progression pathway
  • Subsidized training and free CCC gear for qualified graduates

Activities

chess instructionrated chess games (G/60;+10)tactical warmupgame analysisinstructor lessonsUS Chess and FIDE rated tournamentsfun activitiesprogress tracking via custom leaderboardadvanced chess training for elite playersElite Chess Team trainingAcademy classes at multiple skill levelsGrandmaster level instructionChessKid online practicebeginner chess instructionstructured curriculum lessonschess tournamentssupplemental resources for home studyUS Chess and ChessKid integration

Parent Considerations

  • Students must have US Chess rating with peak rating of 1500+ (significant barrier for beginners)
  • Students required to pack their own lunch and snacks
  • Multiple locations (North and South) – parents need to verify which location works best
  • Full-day programs require all-day commitment
  • Competitive focus may not suit casual chess enthusiasts
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