Camp · Academic · Ages 6–12 · $99/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 6–12

Chess Summer Camp

Yasuhara Middle School · $99/week

A chess camp for youth to learn and improve their chess skills through instruction and play.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Spokane Parks & Recreation online catalog, where the 'NEW! Chess Summer Camp' is listed. This is a day camp for ages 7-12, running from July 8-12, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Yasuhara Middle School, with a cost of $99. The camp is offered by a municipal parks department, indicating a public entity as the owner. No specific information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies for this particular camp is available on the catalog page. The Spokane Parks & Recreation Facebook page is active under the handle 'SpokaneParks'. Google reviews for Spokane Parks & Recreation generally show a 4.3-star rating based on over 1,000 reviews, but these reviews are for the entire department and not specific to this chess camp.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Chess Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given academic program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Address: 2701 N Perry St, Spokane, WA 99207, USA
  • Phone: 509-755-2489
  • Cost notes: Varies from $99 - $225

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Chess Summer Camp

What ages does Chess Summer Camp accept?
Chess Summer Camp is open to children ages 6–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Chess Summer Camp cost?
Chess Summer Camp publishes $99/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Chess Summer Camp?
Chess Summer Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Chess Summer Camp provide lunch?
Chess Summer Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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