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Bay Area Chess — Summer Chess Camps camp preview
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Bay Area Chess

In-person chess summer camps for all skill levels, ages 5+, at Peninsula and South Bay locations including Palo Alto, San Jose, and Burlingame.

Beyond summer

School breaks & upcoming programs

Each seasonal program has its own schedule, location, and eligibility. Published dates do not guarantee available seats.

Thanksgiving camps

Ages 5+

The provider publishes these sessions. Confirm current availability and any additional options on the provider page.

Nov 23–25, 2026

Where:
BAC Office, San Jose
Ages:
Ages 5+
Hours:
9am–1pm
Price:
$267 for the three-day session
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Winter break camps

Ages 5+

The provider publishes these sessions. Confirm current availability and any additional options on the provider page.

Dec 21–23, 2026

Where:
BAC Office, San Jose
Ages:
Ages 5+
Hours:
9am–1pm
Price:
$267 for the three-day session
Add a planning reminder
Download reminder (.ics)

Open the file in Apple, Google, or Outlook Calendar to save it. A planning reminder, not a booking or attendance schedule.

Check registration and current seats. Source checked Sep 7, 2026.

View provider’s program ↗

About the summer program

The description and summer details below are reference information. Confirm next summer’s dates, prices, and eligibility with the provider.

Bay Area Chess offers structured week-long chess camps across the Bay Area, welcoming absolute beginners through advanced rated players (USCF 800+). Each day includes group instruction, organized games, puzzles, and free-play chess in a fun, supportive environment. Half-day morning (9am–1pm) and afternoon (1–5pm) blocks are available at most locations; registering for both creates a full-day camp at a discounted rate. Master Chess Camps serve rated players ages 7–17 looking to develop competitive skills. Peninsula and South Bay locations include Palo Alto, San Jose, and Burlingame, with summer sessions running June through August.

Activities & highlights

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