Make Your Move: Brain Games & Chess Camp

Full-day fun that builds focus, strategy, and creativity

A fun, social, and structured camp where kids build strategy, confidence, and creativity — perfect for any child who loves puzzles, games, and friendly challenges.

Kids leave camp more confident, more focused, and excited to learn.

  • ♟️ Chess lessons with easy-to-follow concepts
  • 🔍 Practice games with coaching tips
  • 🧩 Riddles, logic races, and team challenges
  • 🎯 Puzzle challenge to “level up” their skills
Grades K-9 All Levels Welcome Half-Day or Full-Day Small-Group Coaching

💭 What Makes This Camp Different?

Kids won’t just sit quietly all day — they’ll solve puzzles, learn strategy, play games, and stay mentally active. It’s fun, social, and great for building confidence.

Run by Make Your Move Chess Academy, trusted by families across Nassau and Queens schools.

What Campers Do During the Week

Each day includes:

  • Short & focused lessons (openings, tactics, middlegame, endgame)
  • Guided practice games with feedback from the coach
  • Fun brain games like riddles, logic races, and team challenges
  • Social play plus game analysis to learn from mistakes

Dates, Location & Schedule Options

Dates: Dec 24 – Dec 31 (Choose any days)

Location: Make Your Move Chess Academy — 10 Grace Ave, Great Neck, NY

Half-Day AM (9:00AM–12:00PM) — $80 per day

Half-Day PM (12:00PM–3:00PM) — $80 per day

Full Day — $150 per day Most Popular · Lunch Included

Early bird discount: 6.5% off before December 14, 2025 — applied automatically.
Sibling discount: Families receive a 5% sibling discount (applied to the lesser fee).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this camp suitable for both beginners and experienced players? Yes — complete beginners, intermediate players, and advanced students all benefit. We group children by skill so everyone feels supported and challenged.
Is lunch provided? Lunch is included for full-day campers.
Is it only chess? No. Chess is the main focus, but we mix in brain games, logic puzzles, and team activities so the day feels fun and varied.
What should my child bring? A water bottle and optional snack. We provide boards and pieces. If your child has a chess clock, they are welcome to bring it, but it’s not required.

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