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Images'26 THANKSGIVING Chess Camp (9am-1pm at Palo Alto, 11/23-11/25)

3-Day AM Chess Camp

Palo Alto Thanksgiving
Regular Chess Camp
(11/23–11/25 AM)

Chess lessons and games for players of all skill levels.

November 23–25, 2026 AM Session 9:00AM–1:00PM Monday–Wednesday
Age Range Ages 5+
Experience Prior chess knowledge is helpful, but not required
Skill Level All skill levels welcome — beginners through advanced players
Pickup Please plan for pickup at 1:00PM Children registered for the PM session will continue directly into the afternoon camp.
AM + PM Make It a Full-Day Camp

Add the 1:00PM–5:00PM PM session to create a full-day 9:00AM–5:00PM chess camp. Registering for both the AM and PM sessions also provides a discounted full-day experience.

View the 11/23–11/25 PM Regular Camp

About This Camp

This three-day Thanksgiving chess camp welcomes players of all skill levels. Campers will enjoy chess instruction, practice games, and supervised breaks throughout each morning.

Location

Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

505 East Charleston Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306

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Sample Morning Schedule

*This is a sample schedule. Activities and timing may be adjusted by the coaches as needed.

  1. Warm-Up Games
  2. Chess Lesson
  3. Snack Break
  4. Free Play
  5. Paired Play
  6. Lunch Break
  7. Free Play / Chess Lesson
  8. Pickup

Before Camp

Lunch:
Please pack a lunch for your child.

Snack:
BAC will provide a snack during the scheduled snack break. Children may also bring their own snacks.

Water Bottle:
Bringing a water bottle is highly recommended.

Food Safety:
BAC camps follow a NO NUTS and NO FOOD SHARING policy.

Allergies:
Please notify BAC before camp of any known allergies.

Early Drop-Off:
Optional early drop-off care is available from 8:30AM–9:00AM for an additional fee.

Pickup:
AM-only campers should be picked up at 1:00PM.

Full-Day Campers:
Children registered for both the AM and PM sessions will remain with BAC and continue directly into the afternoon camp.

Ready to Register? Select your child in the registration panel on the top-left, then click “Register Child.”

Questions? Email enrich@bayareachess.com

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Time Slot
Morning Blocks
Registration Fee
$263.00