Chess Camp SU 23 (1st - 5th Grade)
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Students of all ages and levels are welcome to come learn the storied game of chess. Candidate Master Instructor Kyle Jones will provide students with the opportunity to learn chess history, world champion openings, solve middle game puzzles, practice endgame patterns, and utilize the necessary tools for tournament play. During the week, students will learn at least one theme on the display board, practice and create their own positions using that theme, and then engage in our weeklong camp tournament against other students. All students will be able to earn prizes for their hard work. Snack will be provided.
Instructor: Kyle Jones
Kyle has coached more than 20 schools over the past 20 years. Kyle graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's in Science in Psychology, is completing his Master’s in Early Childhood Education, earned his Protecting God’s Children certification, and has achieved the titles of Candidate Master (classical) and National Master (blitz) from the United States Chess Federation. Currently, he is ranked in the 99.5+ percentile for all players online in the world! From player to coach, Kyle has been a part of more than 40 state championship titles and 15 national titles. He became the first chess coach in national high school history to field the top two teams in the highest division in the same year. Moreover, he was crowned the 2015-16 State of Ohio Speed Chess Champion (3rd title overall). Additionally, he was honored by Fox Sports Ohio, the Dispatch, 10tv, the Governor, the Mayor, the Board of Education, the Senate and the House of Representatives for his chess achievements.