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Advanced Chess Camp

Train at a higher level with a focused, structured program led by Coach Ben Vinyard (USCF 1859), designed to strengthen tournament performance, decision-making, and advanced chess understanding.

A focused training camp for serious students who are ready to sharpen their tournament skills, strengthen their thinking process, and deepen their overall understanding of the game.

Camp Details

  • Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Price: $299

Camp Dates by Location

Tempe

  • May 30
  • June 6
  • June 20
  • June 27

Shea / Scottsdale

  • May 31
  • June 7
  • June 21
  • June 28

Topics Covered

  • Candidate Move Discipline – learning how to slow down, consider the right options, and make stronger practical decisions
  • Canonical Pawn Structures – understanding the most important pawn formations and the plans that come from them
  • Practical Endgames – key endgame ideas students can apply immediately in tournament play
  • The Einstellung Effect – recognizing when an obvious idea blinds us to a stronger move
  • Tournament Simulation – practicing real-game focus, discipline, and decision-making in a competitive setting

Why Join?

This camp is designed for students who want more than casual play. It gives players the opportunity to build stronger habits, improve tournament readiness, and work through advanced concepts in a focused, supportive environment.

For questions or registration help, please contact us directly at 602-482-4867.



70th and Shea

Event Date Time Location
Advanced Camp (70th and Shea) Sundays
May 31st - June 28th		 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 70th and Shea


Elliot and McClintock

Event Date Time Location
Advanced Camp (Elliot and McClintock) Saturdays
May 30th - June 27th		 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Elliot and McClintock