New York, NY and Greenwich, CT

Summer Chess Camp Near Me – 2026

Summer Chess Camp 2026

Full-day and half-day chess camps for kids in NYC, Greenwich, CT

Chess Max Academy’s summer chess camps give kids a structured, engaging way to improve their chess, build focus, and enjoy a screen-free summer activity.

Campers are grouped by age and chess level, with a daily mix of chess lessons, practice games, puzzles, tournaments, outdoor time, and coach feedback.

Families can choose full-day or half-day options, with weekly and daily registration available.

Looking for year-round learning too? Explore our group chess classes or private chess lessons.

Camp Registration

Kids playing chess at Chess Max Academy summer camp in a bright classroom

Why Families Choose Chess Max Summer Camp

Full-day camp gives students the complete Chess Max summer experience: chess lessons, practice games, puzzles, tournament play, outdoor time, and coach feedback.

Half-day camp is available for families who prefer a shorter schedule.

Beginners and experienced players are both welcome. Campers are grouped by age and chess level.

Families can register by day, by week, or for multiple weeks.

Not sure which option fits your child? Email office@chessmaxacademy.com before registering and our team will help.

Summer Chess Camp Locations

Choose the location that works best for your family:

Upper West Side
110 West 79th Street, New York, NY 10024

Upper East Side
230 East 78th Street, New York, NY 10075

West Village / 6th Ave
466 6th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Upper East Side Lex 93rd
1435 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10028

Greenwich, CT
79 East Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT

Camp Tuition

Weekly Options

Half-day camp: $550 per week
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Full-day camp: $825 per week
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, lunch included

Daily Options

Half-day daily rate: $120
Full-day daily rate: $180

Multi-Week Passes

3-week pass: $2,300
4-week pass: $3,000

Chess Summer Camp Dates

Week 1: June 15th - 19th	Week 7: July 27th - July 31st
Week 2: June 22nd - 26th	Week 8: Aug 3rd - 7th
Week 3: June 29th - July 3rd	Week 9: Aug 10th - 14th
Week 4: July 6th - 10th	Week 10: Aug 17th - 21st
Week 5: July 13th - 17th	Week 11: Aug 24th - 28th
Week 6: July 20th - 24th

A Day in the Life of Chess Camper

9am - 9.15am: Arrival	12pm - 12.30pm: Lunch
9.15am - 9.45am: Warm up Chess Practice	12.30 - 1.30pm: Chess Lecture
9.45am - 10am: Outdoor snack time	1.30pm - 2.30pm: Outdoor sport time
10am - 11pm: Chess Lecture	2.30pm - 2.45pm: Snack Time
11am - 11.15am: Free Time	2.45pm - 3.45pm: Chess Puzzles
11.15 - 12.00: Chess Practice/Tournament	3.45pm - 4.30pm: Chess Practice/Tournament
12pm - Half Day Dismissal	4.30pm - 5pm: Dismissal

Lunch, Snacks & Special Requests

Chess Max Academy provides lunch and snacks for campers. Lunch is usually plain cheese pizza, and snacks are nut-free.

If your child has food allergies, dietary restrictions, or a special request, please contact our team before camp starts. We will do our best to discuss options and help your child have a comfortable camp day.

Campers are welcome to bring a personal water bottle.