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- Semper Primus Chess Camp, July 12-17 and 26-29 (Millersville, Pennsylvania)
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Semper Primus Chess Camp
07/12/2026 - 07/17/2026
07/26/2026 - 07/29/2026Grades K-12
Semper Primus Chess Camp is tailored to students entering K-12th grade. All camp Tournaments are Rated.
Overview:We are an overnight chess camp focused on allowing campers to play and learn about the game we love. Our goal is to bring campers of varying ages and levels together to foster both chess skills and community.When:- General camp length will be from July 12th – July 17th and July 26th – July 29th
- Campers will have the option to attend camp for 5 or 3 days for the July 12th-17th camp.
- Extra day (July 18th) checkout option will be available to campers, as a tournament will be held on July 18th.
Where:- Millersville University, Pennsylvania
- Campers have the option to stay in the suites (5th-12th grade), stay in the suites with a parent/guardian (K-4th grade), or commute (K-12th grade).
- Double Suite and Single Suite accommodations.
Itinerary:- Campers will have plenty of events to play and compete in.
- Recreational activities will be provided in addition to chess to allow campers to rest their minds and relax.
- Two daily rated tournaments.
- Evening events may include sports, non-chess activities, Blitz, or quick chess.
- Freedom of choice is a standard, with camp counselors staying on site 24 hours a day.
- Formats include Swiss, Quads, and Blitz.
- Master Instruction
o We will have masters that provide analysis on your games.
o Daily group lessons on tactics, strategy, openings, and endgames.
o Instruction will be an elective rather than a mandated event.
More info: https://www.semperprimuschesscamp.com/
