OVERVIEW
Junior Master Chess Camps are thoughtfully designed for children who are new to chess or still building confidence with the basics. Whether your child is learning chess for the very first time or has only played casually at home, these camps provide a welcoming, structured, and engaging environment where students learn, grow, and have fun.
No prior experience is required.
BEST SUITED FOR
Complete beginners
Students who have only played chess at home or at school
Students who have not competed in a formal tournament
Children between the ages of 5-12
Students with rated tournament experience should consider our Master Tour Camps, which are designed for more advanced competitive players.
TOPICS + LEARNING METHODOLIGY
All camps are taught in person by CCC’s highly trained and nationally recognized coaching staff. Instruction is structured, age-appropriate, and tailored to each student’s experience level.
Students New to Chess Will Learn:
How each piece moves and captures
Proper board setup and rules of play
Check, checkmate, and basic checkmating patterns
Students With Some Experience Will Learn:
Tactical ideas and strategic thinking
Opening principles and piece coordination
Advanced checkmating patterns
Students are grouped by relative skill level, ensuring every child is challenged appropriately while remaining engaged. Each camp typically includes 2–3 instructional groups. Students may move up groups during the week as they progress, allowing motivated learners to advance while ensuring no one feels overwhelmed.
WHY CCC?
Parents choose Charlotte Chess Center camps because of our unmatched instructional quality, proven curriculum, and commitment to creating a positive, confidence-building experience for every child.
WHERE
Charlotte Chess Center - North
10211 Prosperity Park Drive
Suite 230 (floor 2)
Charlotte, NC 28269
CAMP WEEKS
The following Junior Master Camps weeks are available at our NORTH location:
June 15-19, 2026
June 22-26, 2026
July 6-10, 2026
July 13-17, 2026
July 27-31, 2026
SCHEDULE
Time | Activity |
8:30am - 9:00am | Drop off |
9:00am - 10:00am | Lesson/Activity 1 |
10:00am - 11:00am | Fun Activity |
11:00am - 11:30am | Lunch Break |
11:30am - 12:30pm | Lesson/Activity 2 |
12:30pm - 1:00pm | Parent Pick-Up |
LUNCH
Students should pack their own lunch.
TUITION
$185/week per child
DISCOUNTS
Register for 2 weeks of camp and receive $10 off per camp.
Register for 3 weeks of camp and receive $15 off per camp.
Register for 4 weeks of camp and receive $20 off per camp.
REFUND POLICY
5% transaction fee with more than 30 day notice, 10% transaction fee less than 30 days, no refunds after camp begins.