Semper Primus Chess Camps
| Event | Dates | Grades | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semper Primus Chess Camp | 07/06/2025 - 07/11/2025 | K - 12th Grade as of Fall 2025 | See Prices | Register |
Semper Primus Chess Camp is tailored to students entering K-12th grade. All camp Tournaments are Rated.
- General camp length will be from July 6th – July 11th.
- Campers will have the option to attend camp for 5 or 3 days.
- Extra day (July 12th) checkout option will be available to campers, as a tournament will be held on July 12th.
- 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.
- 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.
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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.
Note To Parents:
First, I’d like to thank you for considering our Chess Camp. As a father of four I know how important it is to provide them with opportunities to grow. I grew up with 2 brothers and 2 sisters and it was my oldest brother who was born with cerebral palsy that introduced me and taught me the game of chess.
I decided to start up this camp because in my own search for a chess camp had a hard time finding one that allowed for campers to have a full overnight experience, let alone on a college campus. I wanted to have an overnight camp as I find in my dealings with this younger generation that they could use some more time around their peers and making new friends.
I expect to continue to improve the instruction and development of these young minds by bringing in quality Masters who can better their game. I am pleased to already have some talented Masters for or 2024 staff. All chess tournaments are run by a USCF Tournament Director.
Our staff includes a Director, an Assistant Director, a Tournament Director, 3-4 Masters and camp counselors. We typically have a 1/10 ratio of counselors and campers in the suites.
Campers entering 5th through 12th grade may stay in the dorms on their own, while K-4th graders must have a parent/guardian accompanying them. We are equipped to host parents that may want to stay in the area for the week if you don’t mind a suite. Options for 5 night or 3 night stays are available, along with a commuting option. The added day on the registration was designed for parents that don’t want to or can’t pick up their child on Friday but would prefer a Saturday pick up.