Chess Camp with Ben and Felix

Learn the royal game of chess in a dynamic and supportive environment. This class helps students of all skill levels—from complete beginners to experienced tournament players—develop strategic thinking, focus, and confidence. Because chess experience isn't grade dependent, all grades are welcome, and students will be grouped according to age and chess experience to ensure the best possible learning environment. Through engaging lessons, puzzles, and friendly games, students build a strong foundation in chess while having fun and learning valuable life skills along the way. This camp is offered as a morning, afternoon, or full-day experience, giving campers the flexibility to choose how chess fits into their week.

About the Instructors: 

Benjamin Gershenov is a USCF Rated National Master, 5-time National Champion, and 9-time State Champion. He has taught and coached teams that have gone on to win numerous state and national titles, and he brings his passion for chess and teaching to every class.

Felix Lopez is a USCF Rated Chess Expert with over 30 years of experience teaching chess players of all ages. Felix represented the United States in two correspondence chess matches against Spain and Australia. His students and teams have won over 15 national chess championships. Felix makes chess fun, exciting, and interesting—while also guiding his students to sharpen their planning, strategic thinking, and build powerful critical reasoning skills that go far beyond the board.

Offered Weeks 1-3
Option to enroll in full day, morning-only, or afternoon-only sessions

Instructor
Lopez / Gershenov

Grades
K-9

AM or PM only $445

Full Day $800