Camp · Specialty · Ages 11–12 · $1,750/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 11–12

Charlotte Elite Camp

Charlotte, NC · $1,750/week

Charlotte Elite Camp offers intensive chess training for advanced players, focusing on master-level instruction and competitive play.

▌ Editor's read The Charlotte Elite Camp is a specialized day camp for advanced chess players, hosted by the Charlotte Chess Center. The website, charlottechesscenter.org/camps/elitecamp, loads successfully and provides detailed information about the program. The camp is designed for players with a USCF rating of 1200 or higher and features instruction from Grandmasters and International Masters. The Charlotte Chess Center, which operates the camp, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. While the camp itself does not appear to be ACA accredited, the Charlotte Chess Center has a strong online presence, including a Facebook page (CharlotteChessCenter) and an Instagram handle (@cltchess). Google reviews for the Charlotte Chess Center are very positive, averaging 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, with many praising the quality of instruction and the supportive environment. The camp's focus on high-level chess training with experienced masters is a significant strength for its target audience.
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Who thrives here Ages 11–12

Charlotte Elite Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 11–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: Hilton Charlotte University Place, 8629 JM Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262, USA
  • Cost notes: $1750 until April 1, $1950 after April 1

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Charlotte Elite Camp

What ages does Charlotte Elite Camp accept?
Charlotte Elite Camp is open to children ages 11–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Charlotte Elite Camp cost?
Charlotte Elite Camp publishes $1,750/week for the standard session. $1750 until April 1, $1950 after April 1 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Charlotte Elite Camp's hours?
Charlotte Elite Camp runs 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Charlotte Elite Camp?
Charlotte Elite Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Charlotte Elite Camp provide lunch?
Charlotte Elite Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Charlotte Elite Camp compare to other specialty camps in Charlotte?
Charlotte Elite Camp is one of 14 specialty camps in Charlotte that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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