About This Camp

The Charlotte Chess Center offers comprehensive chess education programs designed to serve students of all skill levels, from complete beginners to highly rated competitive players. Their nationally recognized program features instruction by grandmasters and chess masters, with a professionally designed curriculum that has earned two national chess awards and serves over 60 schools in the Greater Charlotte Area. The center operates multiple locations and provides both summer camps and year-round

Key Highlights

  • Instruction by grandmasters and chess masters
  • Three skill-based camp levels from beginner to elite (1500-1900 rating)
  • Nationally recognized program serving 60+ schools in Greater Charlotte

Special Features

  • Led by grandmasters and chess masters
  • Nationally recognized with two national chess awards
  • Serves over 60 schools in Greater Charlotte Area
  • Programs organized by chess rating rather than age
  • Elite Chess Team opportunity for advanced students
  • Both US Chess and FIDE rated tournament games
  • Custom leaderboard progress tracking system
  • ChessKid partnership with gold membership access
  • Multiple locations in Charlotte Metro Area
  • Small class sizes with 12:1 student-teacher ratio

Activities

Chess instruction at various skill levelsStructured curriculum lessonsRated chess games (G/60+10)US Chess and FIDE rated tournament gamesGame analysisTactical warmupChess tournaments and competitionsChessKid gold membership accessCustom leaderboard progress trackingAdvanced chess training for rated playersBeginner chess instructionElite Chess Team trainingSubsidized training for Elite Team membersOnline and in-person classesSupplemental home practice resourcesFun activitiesUS Chess integration

Best For

Chess enthusiasts of all levels seeking serious skill development, from complete beginners to highly rated competitive players (up to 1900 rating)

Parent Considerations

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