Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident)
Silver Knights Chess Camp offers half-day chess instruction and activities for non-resident campers, focusing on skill development and fun.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL links to the City of Alexandria's Parks and Recreation registration portal, not a dedicated website for Silver Knights Chess Camp. Therefore, specific details about this particular camp's operations, staff, and policies are not directly available from the given link. Silver Knights Chess, as an organization, appears to be a separate entity that partners with various recreation departments. General Google reviews for 'Silver Knights Chess' indicate a positive reception, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the instructors and engaging curriculum. The camp is a day program, specifically a half-day PM option. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation or state licensing on the provided portal or readily available for the specific camp offering. Social media handles for Silver Knights Chess are @silverknightschess on Instagram and 'silverknightschess' on Facebook, showcasing their broader program offerings.
Who thrives here Ages 6–11
Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–11
- Hours: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Address: 3000 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305
- Phone: 703-570-7010
- Cost notes: $334.00 (Non-Resident)
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident)
- What ages does Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) accept?
- Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) is open to children ages 6–11. 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 Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) cost?
- Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) publishes $334/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident)'s hours?
- Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) runs 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Does Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) provide lunch?
- Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) 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 Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Alexandria?
- Silver Knights Chess Camp - Half Day PM (Non-Resident) is one of 44 traditional day camp camps in Alexandria 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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