2026 Summer Chess Camps

Our chess camps are designed for scholastic players of all skill levels: from unrated to master . We will ensure an enriched and fast-paced learning environment full of fun!

We Will Learn...

New chess players: Piece movements, board set-up, basic rules, checkmating patterns, and more!

Players with some experience: opening principles, tactics, strategies, endgame studies and more!

Think Move Chess Academy’s Summer Camp program provides children the opportunity to cultivate a passion for chess and an opportunity to improve their chess skills in a fun and supportive environment. From chess lessons, puzzles and camp tournaments to group activities like arts and crafts, team chess play and giant outdoor chess. We encourage students of all ages and skill levels develop their game, meet new friends and have fun. 

Summer Camps

Location and Registration Links Camp Dates
Columbia, SC - Register Here
June 8th-12th

July 6-10
Greenville, SC - Register Here TBD

Other Think Move Chess Summer Camps

Location and Registration Links Camp Dates Camp Times and More Infomation
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School (Columbia, SC)
Week One: June 1-5

Week Two: June 8-12

Week Three: June 15-19

Week Four: June 23-27

Week Five: July 6-10

Week Six: July 13-17

Week Seven: July 20-24
From 1pm - 4pm, Open to students of all grades and schools/homeschooled
Hammond School (Columbia, SC)
June 1st-5th

June 22nd-26th

July 6th-10th

July 13th-17th
From 1pm - 4pm, Open to students of all grades and schools/homeschooled
Greater Waverly Foundation (Columbia, SC) TBD Only Greater Waverly Foundation Students