The chess camps are now scheduled. We will also have evening group classes and club activities as well.
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Summer 2009 Panda Chess Academy
Summer Camps
Dates:
June 22-June 26: 3 spots are available
July 6-10
July 20-24
August 3-7
August 10-14
Times:
Full day session: 9:00am-3:45pm
Morning session: 9:00am-11:45am
Drop-off: 8:30am-9:00am
Pickup: 3:45pm-4:00pm (11:45am-12:00pm for morning session)
Where:
Panda Chess Academy
9900 Westpark #106
Houston, TX 77063
Who should attend?
-Experienced tournament players
-Those who have had some chess instruction
-Players who wish to be challenged
About the camp:
-Full day camp:
This is perfect for the more advanced or older students. There will be
a LOT of chess instruction and chess playing during the day and this
might be too much chess for the younger players.
-Half day camp: These camps are perfect for younger campers and those who are newer to chess.
-Very
small class sizes: We aim to have a 6 to 1 student-teacher ratio or less to ensure
quality education and attention.
-The camps are instructed by full time professional chess coaches.
-Assistant on staff: An assistant with child-care experience will be on staff at all times for your child's needs.
-Because the camp is held at a full time chess academy, the environment is designed specifically for chess. Chess sets, clocks, notation sheets and pencils will be provided. Several "child-proof" computers with chess software are available.
-The student will have many opportunities to play training games. Notation of games is required so the instructors can give detailed feedback for individual improvement.
-Chess Academy: The Panda Chess Academy is a full time chess academy located in a modern indoor office building shared with many respectable corporations. The academy consists of 3 spacious rooms that are cleaned by professional custodians daily. Restrooms and water fountains are on site.
-Behavior:
Campers are expected to show good behavior and perfect sportsmanship.
No disrespect for other campers will be tolerated.
Lecture Topics:
Please note that all chess camps will have a different curriculum so repeat campers will always be challenged.
Calculation/Tactical Problem Solving
Formulation of plans and strategies
Endgames with only a few pieces on the board
Endgames with many pieces on the board
Assessing a chess position: Who is really winning and why?
Opening play and how it effects the middle-game
Learning from your own games. Erasing bad habits and learning from your opponent's strong moves
Learning from famous games
How to play your best in every game
How to use Chessbase, Fritz, and other professional training software to improve
Other Activities:
Calculation training, puzzle solving, tournament games, training games from specific endgames and middlegames, guessing the move in famous games, and more.
Snacks and Lunch:
Healthy snacks and drinks will be provided. Students are welcome to bring their own snacks and drinks as well. Students must bring their own lunch.
We ask that students do not bring any nut-based foods due to allergies.
How to Register and Price:
Please remember that the camps are limited in size. Once the camp is full, no exceptions can be made for anyone. Players will be admitted on a first come first serve basis.
Morning Session Only: $225 if mailed in by May 15, 2009
and $295 after.
Full Day: $345 if mailed in by May 31, 2009 and $395 after.
Sibling Discount: $50 off for siblings. One child pays the full amount and each additional sibling receives a $50 discount.
Please fill out the online registration form , and mail the check to:
Jeffrey Ashton
3139 W. Holcombe #362
Houston, TX 77025
Please make checks payable to Jeffrey Ashton.
If you have any questions, please e-mail jeff@chesspanda.com.
For updates and pictures from previous camps, please visit: www.chesspanda.com
