OVERVIEW
Junior Elite Camp is especially designed for students rated 1500-1900. Featuring the CCC's top instructors, these are high level training camps designed for a week of learning and play. Each day features a rated game, lessons, and other training activities.
WHEN
July 27-31, 2026
FORMAT/ELIGIBILITY
Students must be US Chess Rated
Must have peak rating of 1500+ to join
5 games at camp are both US Chess and FIDE Rated
Time control: G/60;+10
INSTRUCTION
GM Kayden Troff
Peak USCF Rating of 2649
World Youth Under 14 Champion
Grandmaster at age 16
Head Coach and Elite Team Instructor at CCC
NM Alex Crump
Peak USCF Rating of 2326
8th Grade National Champion
National Master at age 13
Head Coach at CCC
WHERE
Charlotte Chess Center - Main/South
10700 Kettering Drive, Suite E
Charlotte, NC 28226
SCHEDULE
Time | Activity |
8:30am-9:00am | Drop off |
9:00am - 10:00am | Tactical Warmup |
10:00am - 12:00pm | Rated Game (G/60) with Analysis |
12:00pm - 12:45pm | Lunch Break |
12:45pm - 1:30pm | Lesson with Instructor |
1:30pm - 1:45pm | Break |
1:45pm - 2:30pm | Lesson with Instructor |
2:30pm - 2:45pm | Snack/Break |
2:45pm - 3:30pm | Lesson with Instructor |
3:30pm - 4:30pm | Fun Activity |
4:30pm-5:00pm | Pick-Up |
LUNCH/SNACK
Students should pack their own lunch and snack.
TUITION
CCC Member Price: $399
Non-Member Price: $449
REFUND POLICY
5% transaction fee with more than 30 day notice, 10% transaction fee less than 30 days, no refunds after camp begins.