About This Activity
Description
This camp is intended for students in grades two through eight. It caters to all levels of ability, from beginners to those with ratings up to 1200. Students should arrive in class knowing how to move the pieces. For those who need instruction on piece movement, a free account at www.chesskid.com is highly recommended. The first six lessons on this site are interactive and teach students how to move each piece effectively.During the camp, there will be a well-rounded balance of instruction, drills, free play, and a chess tournament. The tournament aims to engage students and foster a competitive spirit. The top three students will receive a trophy, and all other participants will get a medal.
Instruction in the camp will focus on mastery of board vision, openings, the five basic mates and the most used chess tactics. If you have any questions about the camp, please call 262-573-5624 or email bob@wisconsinscholasticchess.org.
This class is ideal for those new to chess who want to improve their chess skills. Class is also open to those who are more experienced. Students will focus on chess fundamentals including opening game strategy, the 5 basic checkmates, and tactics such as Forks, Pins and Discovered Check. Students will experience a balance of chess play and instruction.
To register for this activity, you must first click to open the participation waiver and then place your initials in the left box to confirm that you read and agree.
Please also read the Parent/Athlete concussion agreement in the text and check the box underneath to confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to the new concussion information. Parent/Guardian must initial for anyone under 18 years old. Permission is granted for my son/daughter to participate in the above activity as conducted by agreement with the South Milwaukee Recreation Department.
I understand that neither the South Milwaukee School Board nor the South Milwaukee Recreation Department assumes liability for payment of medical-hospital expenses, which may be incurred by myself or the person on this form while participating in any activity. Still, I would assume liability for the duration of the activity. If a health condition exists which would limit participation in this activity, I will notify the South Milwaukee Recreation Department.
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Activity Other Category
Youth
Location
Oak Creek, Parkway Life Center, 10940 S Nicholson Rd.
Instructor
To Be Announced
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